This document discusses several key reasons why students should cite sources in their academic work. It notes that while avoiding plagiarism is important, there are additional benefits such as giving credit to other authors, demonstrating how one's own work connects to and builds upon previous research, helping others find the sources used, establishing credibility on a topic, and showing an understanding of what work has already been done in the field. Proper citation allows writers to situate their work within the broader context of scholarly discussions and debates.

1. WHY CITE?

2. sources

3. “Why should I
bother to cite my
sources?”

5. What
do
you
think?

6. Avoid plagiarism

7. Yes ,
but there are more
reasons to cite

8. Give credit to the
work of others

9. Show that you are
building on and
connecting to the
work of others

10. Help others find
your sources

11. Demonstrate that
you understand
what has come
before

12. Build your
credibility to
write about the
topic

13. That is
WHY you
CITE

14. Links
WWU Library Guide to Citation Styles