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An award-winning magazine, the New York Researcher features regular articles on collections, helpful research tips, and other updates. Members can access the latest issue online and past issues in the eLibrary.
The Record, vol. 148, no.1, January 2017
The Record, vol. 148, no.2, April 2017
New York Researcher, vol. 28, no. 2, Summer 2017