New club on campus open to free thoughts
Pollyanna Puckett
Issue date: 10/1/09 Section: News
The Free Thought Alliance is a new club on campus drawing attention because of its uniqueness.
The Free Thought Alliance is a place for atheists and agnostics to meet up with other people who feel the same. This new club had a stand at the annual club fair and it was quick to gain a number of followers.
Handouts at the table included information on the club's purpose. One was a list of myths about atheists with explanations to counteract those myths such as: Atheists hate God, Atheists hate people with a god, Atheism is a religion, etc. Other handouts contained information expelling the notion that morality and religion go hand-in-hand.
Many of the participants in this club wanted to remain anonymous to prevent any negative feedback they may receive from other students who do not share their views. However, they all shared their happiness about having a place to feel like they belong instead of always feeling like an outsider.
The club meets every other Wednesday in Room 3 in the Parsons Union Building at 6 p.m. The first meeting was on September 16 and had more than a dozen attendees with more expected in the future.
The Free Thought Alliance has been considered inactive for a number of years, but has come alive once again with at least 20 students already following the group and attending meetings.
However, this new club is one of more than 70 clubs on campus that are available for student involvement.
"Becoming involved on campus is a great way to network. It is also a great way to hone your leadership skills," said Matt Wise, assistant director of student activities. "Extra-curricular activities are sponsored by all of our organizations, as well as conferences and field trips. It's an out-of-the-classroom experience that provides the opportunity for involvement and personal growth as well."
Although the Free Thought Alliance isn't for everyone, there are plenty of ways to find clubs that are.
Wise said that anyone interested in getting involved and finding a club should stop by the Student Activities Office in the PUB or check out their webpage.
The club fair was a huge success in informing students of what the university has to offer.
"I've spoken with many of the student leaders directly involved with the club fair and they have had nothing but positive feedback about the prospective members that stopped by their table," said Wise. "I've also spoken with many students that found the club fair to be a great resource for getting involved on campus."
Anyone wishing to start a new club should contact Matt Wise or the Student Activities Office and they will help with the process.
The Free Thought Alliance is a place for atheists and agnostics to meet up with other people who feel the same. This new club had a stand at the annual club fair and it was quick to gain a number of followers.
Handouts at the table included information on the club's purpose. One was a list of myths about atheists with explanations to counteract those myths such as: Atheists hate God, Atheists hate people with a god, Atheism is a religion, etc. Other handouts contained information expelling the notion that morality and religion go hand-in-hand.
Many of the participants in this club wanted to remain anonymous to prevent any negative feedback they may receive from other students who do not share their views. However, they all shared their happiness about having a place to feel like they belong instead of always feeling like an outsider.
The club meets every other Wednesday in Room 3 in the Parsons Union Building at 6 p.m. The first meeting was on September 16 and had more than a dozen attendees with more expected in the future.
The Free Thought Alliance has been considered inactive for a number of years, but has come alive once again with at least 20 students already following the group and attending meetings.
However, this new club is one of more than 70 clubs on campus that are available for student involvement.
"Becoming involved on campus is a great way to network. It is also a great way to hone your leadership skills," said Matt Wise, assistant director of student activities. "Extra-curricular activities are sponsored by all of our organizations, as well as conferences and field trips. It's an out-of-the-classroom experience that provides the opportunity for involvement and personal growth as well."
Although the Free Thought Alliance isn't for everyone, there are plenty of ways to find clubs that are.
Wise said that anyone interested in getting involved and finding a club should stop by the Student Activities Office in the PUB or check out their webpage.
The club fair was a huge success in informing students of what the university has to offer.
"I've spoken with many of the student leaders directly involved with the club fair and they have had nothing but positive feedback about the prospective members that stopped by their table," said Wise. "I've also spoken with many students that found the club fair to be a great resource for getting involved on campus."
Anyone wishing to start a new club should contact Matt Wise or the Student Activities Office and they will help with the process.
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