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"How to Read a Book" by Monica Wood
March 13-May 15
The second book for the 2026 Virtual Alumni Book Club is "How to Read a Book" by Monica Wood.
A charming, deeply moving novel about second chances, unlikely friendships, and the life-changing power of sharing stories.
Violet Powell, a twenty-two-year-old from rural Abbott Falls, Maine, is being released from prison after serving twenty-two months for a drunk-driving crash that killed a local kindergarten teacher. Harriet Larson, a retired English teacher who runs the prison book club, is facing the unsettling prospect of an empty nest. Frank Daigle, a retired machinist, hasn’t yet come to grips with the complications of his marriage to the woman Violet killed.
When the three encounter each other one morning in a bookstore in Portland—Violet to buy the novel she was reading in the prison book club before her release, Harriet to choose the next title for the women who remain, and Frank to dispatch his duties as the store handyman—their lives begin to intersect in transformative ways.
The reading period is March 13-May 15. Click here to read a summary and reviews for it. Join the Virtual Alumni Book Club by signing up at www.pbc.guru/winthrop.
Program kicked off Monday, Sept. 29, 2025 and will run through Friday, March 27, 2026
Winthrop Connect (Virtual)
The I'm Ready program connects Winthrop alumni with current students for one-on-one mentoring focused on career readiness, networking, and personal growth. Through four structured micro-sessions across the academic year, mentors and mentees engage in meaningful conversations designed to build confidence and professional experiences.
If are interested in learning more about the I'm Ready program, serving as an alumni mentor, or a student mentee contact Leah Simmonds '23, alumni career programs and Flight Ready QEP director, at simmondsl@winthrop.edu.
Saturday, March 14│11:30 a.m.
Springdale Hall
The annual Kershaw County Alumni Luncheon will be hosted on Saturday, March 14, at Springdale Hall. All Kershaw County alumni are invited for an afternoon of networking and delicious food. The luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. with networking, which includes beer, wine, tea and coffee, followed by a buffet lunch at 12:30 p.m. Dr. Amanda James, vice president for enrollment management and marketing, will serve as the guest speaker and provide updates from campus. The cost is $35 per person to attend. Business attire. Parking is available onsite. Please note that there is a 100-person capacity at Springdale Hall, so registration is limited. Registration closed on Friday, March 6.
Saturday, March 14│3:14:15 p.m.
Winthrop Lake
Make plans to participate in the Math department's 3rd annual πK Fun Run on Saturday, March 14 at the Winthrop Lake at 3:14:15pm! The fun run is pi km, which is approximately 1.96 miles, and the perfect distance for the whole family! Registration is $30 for adults and $15 for students or anyone under 18. There is a virtual option and a runner with no shirt option. All proceeds raised go towards math outreach to the Rock Hill community. Register here! For questions, e-mail Dr. Jessie A. Hamm, professor of Mathematics, at hammj@winthrop.edu.
Wednesday, March 18│6:30 p.m.
Zoom
March is National Women's History Month, so let's celebrate with Women's History Trivia! The Alumni Association and the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections will host Women's History Trivia on Wednesday, March 18 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom to test your knowledge about Winthrop's rich history of groundbreaking women and historical facts. Need a refresher on these famous females and their storied achievements? Read the 2025 edition of the Garnet and Gold Book! Reserve your spot here by Tuesday, March 17!
Wednesday, March 25-Friday, March 27, 2026
The 50th Anniversary Winthrop University Model United Nations (WUMUN) Conference and Celebration will be held on Winthrop's campus, March 25-27, 2026. A special 50th anniversary reception will be held on Thursday, March 26 from 7-10 p.m. in the Evans Room, located on the third floor of the DiGiorgio Campus Center. Prior to the reception, afternoon tours of your favorite Model UN Committees will take place during the Third Committee Session from 4:30-6 p.m. Tours will depart every 30 minutes from the Model UN registration table, located in the lobby of Richardson Ballroom on the first floor of the DiGiorgio Campus Center.
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Model UN, our goal is to endow a scholarship fund in honor of Dr. Chris Van Aller, our 24-year Model UN Program Director. Please consider a gift to support our efforts even if you cannot attend the 50th anniversary celebration. You can make your gift safely and securely online in honor of Dr. Van Aller here.
Please register to attend the anniversary reception and tours by Friday, March 13. For questions, contact Dr. Jennifer Disney via e-mail at disneyj@winthrop.edu.
Tuesday, March 31 | 6:30-8 p.m.
Burgers and Barley
Management and Marketing alumni are invited to the 4th Annual Management and Marketing Student and Alumni Networking Event! Join us on Tuesday, March 31, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Burgers and Barley for networking with current students, alumni and business supporters. Food and beverage will be provided. If you are able to join us, register here by Friday, March 27. For questions, e-mail Malayka Klimchak, professor of management, at klimchakm@winthrop.edu.
Wednesday, April 1 | 6-8 p.m.
Seasons 52 - Perimeter
The Atlanta Alumni Chapter presents Flight Paths with the Provost! Join us at Seasons 52 for an evening of connecting with fellow alumni and learning about exciting updates from Winthrop! At 7 p.m., Provost Sebastian van Delden will share information about new academic programs, including aviation, financial technology, artificial intelligence, supply chain and logistics, game design, software engineering, our first doctoral degree program and more! Drinks and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served. Business casual attire is suggested. Please register here by Wednesday, March 25.
Wednesday, April 8│6-7:30 p.m.
Richardson Ballroom, located in the DiGiorgio Campus Center
The Alumni Association and Student Alumni Council present the Official Ring Ceremony. Rings will be presented to students who purchased their Official Winthrop Ring in the spring semester. Recipients are encouraged to invite family and friends to help celebrate this milestone. Purchase your official Winthrop ring as a lifelong reminder of your Winthrop experience by shopping the Jostens website, calling 800/854-7464, or attending Ring Days on campus. If you have purchased a ring and would like to attend the ring ceremony, please register using the following link.
Friday, April 10-Saturday, April 11
Winthrop University
Softball alumnae are invited home to Winthrop for a Softball Alumnae Weekend, April 10-11! The weekend will be full of Eagle pride and alumni connections along with the 25th anniversary of the Terry Softball Complex. Reunion weekend events include a game against conference rival, USC Upstate; social at Slow Play Brewing; 25th Anniversary Breakfast; and doubleheader and on-field recognition of the Vernon and Ann Terry. Register to attend the 25th Anniversary Celebration and Alumni Weekend here by Friday, April 3! For questions, e-mail Kendall Fuller, head softball coach, at fullerkl@winthrop.edu.
Friday, April 17│3 p.m.
Winthrop Amphitheatre
On Friday, April 17, Winthrop Counseling Services will host its annual Out of Darkness Campus Walk in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to promote suicide prevention and mental health awareness. At 2:15 p.m., a Resource Fair will be held on the Campus Green with community agencies and partners to help enhance student awareness of support systems available to them. The walk will start at 3 p.m. from the Campus Green. Participants can create a team walk, or join an existing team to collaborate to reach their fundraising goal. Register to participate here. For questions, e-mail Chloe Wind, staff counselor with the Winthrop University Center for Student Wellness, at windc@winthrop.edu.
April 17-18
Calling all Greek alumni! We are celebrating 50 years of Greek Life at Winthrop! Get ready to show off your letters during a weekend full of chapter gatherings, events for alumni and students and more. The on-campus celebration will be April 17-18. Register here by Wednesday, April 8.
50th Anniversary of Greek Life T-Shirts are available for purchase through Monday, March 30. T-shirts are $25 and will be shipped directly to you after orders close on Monday, March 30 to the address noted on your order. Purchase your T-shirt here!
Visit the 50th Anniversary of Greek Life website for full details. We look forward to welcoming alumni home to celebrate with our current Greek students!
Tuesday, April 28 │6 p.m.
Zoom
Monica Wood, author of the current Virtual Alumni Book Club read, "How to Read a Book" will host a live Author Talk on Tuesday, April 28 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. This is a special opportunity to hear directly from Wood about the inspiration behind the novel, her characters, and the role books (and book clubs) play in creating connection and hope.
Register here for the Author Talk!
Tuesday, June 2│11 a.m-2 p.m.
Greenville Convention Center | Greenville, SC
Alumni are invited to attend HireSouthCarolina Multi-University Alumni Career Fair on Tuesday, June 2. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet hiring managers and recruiters from area leading employers who are actively hiring for full-time positions across experience levels. Leading employers from: finance & investment banking, technology & innovation, healthcare & life sciences, marketing & media, consulting & professional services, education & non-profits, engineering & manufacturing, and government & public sector. Register now and prepare to connect with companies eager to meet you!
