Take some time to learn more about Book Club!
Club Name: Book Club Mission: The purpose of Book Club shall be to create a welcoming community where students engage in discussions about books to further appreciate and understand them, all while sharing common book-related interests and engaging in book-related activities. Club Meeting Time: Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 in either the Fallon or Foster Room Contact information/social media: bookclub@worcester.edu, @worcesterstate_bookclub
Why should students get involved with your organization? Students should get involved with our organization if they enjoy reading or would like to start reading. The books we read are chosen by the book club as a whole so everyone gets a chance to read something they’re interested in. There is no pressure to talk during the book discussions, as we want our members to be as comfortable as possible. We also hold activity meetings where we make something book-related. Some examples of activities we have done so far are book club key chains, make your own bookmarks, and making miniature books of what we have read as a club. Overall, this is a club that has something for everyone, and we would love to see new faces!
What types of events and/or programs do you do throughout the year? As we are a new club, we have not held many events so far. In the beginning of the semester (spring 2025), we held a fundraiser raffling off a book bundle, with proceeds going towards the betterment of the club. Coming up, we have an author talk, where a local author will make an appearance at Worcester State to talk about her latest book and her upcoming book, along with what it’s like to be an author. We are hoping to hold more events as our club grows and progresses.
What has been one of the biggest successes of this organization? The biggest success of this organization has been the outcomes of our meetings. As a new club, we have had a great outcome in the number of members that show up, especially during the meetings where we pick a book and discuss it. When starting a new club, we had no idea how many people would be interested or be able to make an appearance. Through this process, we’ve found that many students love to read, but they love sharing their thoughts on what they’ve read even more. We are so appreciative of each and every member who has shown their support.
What do you think your organization brings to the students at Worcester State? Our organization brings joy, community, and friendship to the students of WSU. As a new, small club, we have built a strong community that allows each individual to be themselves. Each member can suggest a book they would like to read without fear of judgment, and they can have their own opinion on the book we read without fear of judgment as well. Our book club is a place where members are welcomed to express their own opinions, and share their own interests. Everyone coming together to share an interest and passion in books is something that has been incredible to witness. We also have meetings where we make book-related crafts and activities, which is a time where we can learn more about each other and become closer as a club.
How can interested students join your organization? Students can join our organization by emailing us or following us on Instagram to find out the time, date, and location of the upcoming meetings we have planned. We would love to meet new members interested in joining Book Club!
How can the campus community learn more about your programs and events? Any student interested in learning more about our organization can email us or DM us on instagram to get more information, and we will gladly respond to any questions or comments a student may have.
Members of Book Club at the spring 2025 Club Kickoff.
