Banned Book Club
Banned Book Club
SLCE’s Banned Book Club offers an open space for students to explore books that have been banned or challenged across the country. Each session features a different text and invites conversation about themes like justice, identity, power, censorship, and social responsibility. Students are encouraged to share their perspectives, learn from one another, and connect these stories to real issues impacting our communities. All UIC students are welcome to join us.
Students, faculty, staff, organizations or departments interested in co-hosting or collaborating are invited to email SLCE to connect.
Any questions can be directed to Student Leadership and Civic Engagement at slce@uic.edu.
About Banned Book Club
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Receiving Your Book
Students must register for Banned Book Club through UIC Connection. Once registered, SLCE will reach out to confirm your participation and will reserve a copy of the book for you. You don’t need to read in advance; we read the book together during the session and discuss it as a group. All you need to bring is yourself and your curiosity.
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How Banned Book Club Works
Banned Book Club meets at least once per semester for a relaxed, discussion-based session centered on a selected banned or challenged book. Our office will provide snacks, discussion questions, and copies of the books that participants will get to take home.
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Event Details
Every Banned Book Club session is hosted by SLCE and facilitated by our partners, staff and/or student leaders.
Dates, times, and locations vary each semester and will always be listed on UIC Connection and promoted through SLCE’s weekly newsletter and social media.
Past Reads
Past Reads
