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UMGC Alumni Association Virtual Book Club

Looking for a new way to engage with your UMGC community?

Your UMGC Alumni Association is excited to introduce the Virtual Book Club! Join today and start connecting with fellow alumni and current students through a love of reading, lifelong learning, novels, and other books. Continue below for more information.

Current Selection

Join us for the October–December book selection, A Pair of Wings by author Carole Hopson.

Inspired by the life of pioneer aviatrix Bessie Coleman, a Black woman who learned to fly at the dawn of aviation. Dealing with racism, an almost fatal plane crash, and coming to grips with difficult truths, Coleman will have to harness incredible moxie in order to lift herself out of poverty and become “Queen Bess” in this riveting novel.

Grab your copy now!

 

Reading Schedule

  • On October 10th, visit Before the Book in our forum and begin reading A Pair of Wings
  • Section 1: by October 24th, finish reading through Chapter 9
  • Section 2: by October 31st, finish reading through Chapter 18
  • Section 3: by November 6th, finish reading through Chapter 27
  • Section 4: by November 21st, finish reading through Chapter 34
  • By November 28th, finish reading the book and join our After the Book forum discussion

Live Q&A Author Talks

Click below to register today to join a virtual live Q & A discussion with authors to learn about the thoughts behind their books and more.

     

    Join the UMGC Virtual Book Club

    Join our community to connect with your fellow UMGC community and enjoy reading, lifelong learning, personal growth, novels and other books. Participation is free for the UMGC community!

    Have Questions?

    Have questions about what books you'll read, how discussions will run, or the time commitment? Find those answers and more in the FAQs.

     

    Virtual Book Club FAQs