FYS Honors Project

The government is the largest publisher in the U.S.

Federal, state and local governments gather data, provide consumer information and share research that impacts communities

Append “site:.gov” to a google search to limit your search results to government websites. 

Example: urban recreation site:.gov

Example: community and biodiversity site:.gov 

The USDA Plants Database is a rich source for information on biodiversity in specific regions:

Search for plants -- use the scientific name for best results -- and find: 

• images -- many are free to use in your presentations -- check each image for details
• maps -- county level information on documented occurrence
• wildlife -- what is the plant's relation with wildlife?
• additional sources
• and more