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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 August–September book selection, Parable of the Sower by author Octavia E. Butler.

In this modern classic about a young girl fighting for survival in a post-apocalyptic world, 15-year-old Lauren Olamina must make her voice heard to protect her loved ones from the disasters staring down her small community. 

Grab your copy now!

 

Reading Schedule

  • On August 1st, visit Before the Book in our forum and begin reading Parable of the Sower
  • Section 1: by August 15th, finish reading through Chapter 4
  • Section 2: by August 22nd, finish reading through Chapter 9
  • Section 3: by August 29th, finish reading through Chapter 14
  • Section 4: by September 19th, finish reading through Chapter 19
  • By September 19th, 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