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Revised collection development policy

Donations

Guidelines for Acceptance of Materials

  • The library accepts only materials that support the academic mission of the College.
  • The library reserves the right to refuse any donation.

The Library does not accept:

  • Textbooks, unless they are currently used in courses offered at Carroll Community College
  • Damaged books (including books with evident of water damage, mold, torn pages, odor, etc.)
  • Computer, technical, or software-related materials older than five years.
  • VHS tapes
  • Audio cassettes
  • Vinyl recordings
  • Journals, magazines, or newspapers
  • Hardcover fiction

See Section IX of the Collection Development Policy above to view our complete gift policy.

Alternative resources for donations: