MCO 1700.33 — Marine Corps General Library Program (library Program)

MCO 1700.33 governs Marine Corps General Library Program policies, standards, services, collections, and programming.

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  • Publication number: MCO 1700.33
  • Title: MARINE CORPS GENERAL LIBRARY PROGRAM (LIBRARY PROGRAM)
  • Date: 18 Sep 2015
  • Proponent: 01000 Military Personnel
  • Status: New

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It covers internet access, material selection, military history, controversial materials, and library programming. It requires no-charge internet and email services, unbiased collections, and programs for the USMC installation community.

Topics covered

  • Internet access
  • Material selection
  • Military history collections
  • Controversial materials
  • Collection inventory
  • Library programming

Questions and answers

Are internet and email services free at Marine Corps libraries?

Internet and email services shall be provided to all eligible patrons at no charge. (paragraph 3)

What information must patrons provide for each computer session?

Every patron is required to sign-in, with name only, for each internet/email/computer session either by hardcopy or automated software. (paragraph 3)

What software can be installed on library computers?

Only DoD-approved software shall be installed on any library computer workstations, laptops or other mobile devices. (paragraph 3)

Can patrons restrict other people’s access to controversial library materials?

A person may reject certain items for himself/herself or for his/her family, but he/she does not have the right to restrict access to these materials by others.

How often must the annual Summer Reading Program be offered?

An annual Summer Reading Program, a minimum of six weeks in length, shall be offered for children.

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