Each librarian at General Reference has a broad spectrum of knowledge about the library and it's holdings. Using your topic, use a Keyword search for Titles and Journal Titles . These searches will give you an idea of where to find general materials on your topic. Now, use the database Periodical Abstracts . Periodical Abstracts is an excellent general database with some full text articles.
Students can print, download to disk, or email to themselves the articles or article citations.
Be aware that you need a copy card for printing in the library. You will need your own disk for downloading. By far the easiest option is perhaps emailing. Once you email the articles to yourself, you can go into the computer lab and print the emails for free. Ask a librarian for help with any of these options.