Libraries

MCCS Libraries Are Currently Closed

If you do not currently have an MCCS Library account and would like to access DoD Library digital content while our libraries are closed, these two sites will authenticate military and USMC civilian eligibility to the DoD Libraries’ digital content.

Navy Digital Library: https://www.navymwrdigitallibrary.org/
Use CAC access or Create a Navy Digital Library account through DS Logon.

OR

Military One Source: https://www.militaryonesource.mil
Search for “The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Digital Library” and create a Military One Source account to access the content.

Please call (760) 725-4256 or email MCCSPendletonLibrary@usmc-mccs.org (for all three locations).

Library Overview & Services

There are three libraries aboard Camp Pendleton that offer a variety of resources & materials to enhance professional and personal learning for all ages. Books may be checked out for up to 21 days. Computers and free internet available at all branches.

Discover Camp Pendleton Libraries

LIBRARY SERVICES AND PROGRAMS

Commandant’s Professional Reading List
CAC-enabled computers and WiFi
Books, Movies and Videogames
Photocopiers /Fax /Scanning services
Makerspace Program with 3D printing
Story Times
Programs for children, teens and adults

Digital Library, available 24/7:

eBooks/eAudiobooks
Digital magazines
Language learning
Continuing Education course for personal and professional development
Test Prep: SAT, ACT, GRE, CLEP, and more
Research databases

The Commandants Reading List

ALMAR 005/19

The 2019 Commandant’s Professional Reading List (CPRL) represents an updated version of those books most pertinent for professional development and critical thinking at each level.

The CPRL is arranged into two sections: “Commandants Choice” and “Grade Levels.” Each Marine shall read a minimum of five books from the “Commandants Choice” or “Grade Level” sections each year. The Grade Level titles are separated into five levels for both enlisted Marines and officers. These levels coincide with specific ranks and Marines should attempt to read all titles within their level prior to proceeding to a higher level.

In addition to the reading list, Marines are highly encouraged to incorporate periodicals into their reading regimens. Scholarly and professionally oriented articles published by independent magazines and journals foster innovation, PME development, critical study of the profession of arms, and serious discussion regarding topics of interest to the Marine Corps. Professional publications inform debate on current, topical issues of relevance to the Marine Corps and promote intellectual growth of the individual Marine.

OFFICER & ENLISTED 2019 MARINE CORPS COMMANDANT’S PROFESSIONAL READING LIST