Simultaneously search hundreds of news sources worldwide. Covers news wires current within minutes through a substantial archives. Searches are pre-constructed by professionals at Lexis-Nexis and are continually updated.
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Long standing newspaper specializing in political/legislative news in the Washington area. Excellent coverage for live video/transcripts of press conferences and news statements.
Excellent overview of the events of September 11th and its aftermath. Includes a timeline, profiles of victims and heroes, cleanup efforts, and how 911 changed the nation.
Archive of web pages from various organizations. Good way to search past news coverage. Unique festures include
analysis
of how 9-11 affected the online environment and a way to
Search and Browse
archived sites.
In-depth look at the history, society, family, gender roles, religion, and education associated with Afghanistan. Excellent guide to understanding the historic and religious motivations of the country.
Annotated Bibliography of Government Documents Related to the Threat of Terrorism and the Attacks of September 11, 2001 (Oklahoma Department of Libraries)
http://www.odl.state.ok.us/usinfo/terrorism/911.htm
Scholarly bibliography of 911-related materials from the federal government. Many publications include urls. Others can be found through the ACU library catalog.
FEMA provides assitance in all areas of national declared disasters. See news updates, photos, and helpful volunteer information on relief efforts in this and other disasters.
Sponsored by the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, this patriotic site stresses the contribution throughout history of those who served America in the military.
New federal agency responsible for "coordinating national strategy to strengthen protections against terrorist threats or attacks in the United States."
An article followed by an extensive list of web resources for teachers, parents, and children. Geared for elementary education, links include lesson plans and tools for helping children cope.
See what ACU is doing in response to these events. Share your stories in Perspectives . Read President Money's message to families of international students.
Centralized resources for supporting various relief organizations. Includes ways to give financially online, how kids can help, and a great list of ways to give of yourself.
