The Ferris State University Archives has created research guides for selected subjects.
- Big Rapids, Michigan bibliography [local history]
- Ferris State University theses
- Ferris State history bibliography
- Genealogy bibliography
- Guide to Named Campus Buildings
Big Rapids Pioneer Obituaries
There is an internal database which covers many years of the Pioneer for obituaries.
With a name, the staff is sometimes able to determine a date/citation for the obituary
within the Pioneer. Covers years 1933-2002. Contact staff for assistance.