I have not been able to find others sources to continue the edit of this article. I could really use some help finding an article that I can actually work with
Yes! That's why we recommend looking for sources before starting substantive edits. Some topics will not be suitable for Wikipedia because of a lack of reliable sources, or cannot be expanded because everything about the subject is already included in the article.
Absolutely! I would definitely check with your instructor, but most are fine with students changing the topic. With finding articles, your Wikipedia Expert is an invaluable resource. The following link can be helpful as well: