Freethinkers of UTA

Freethinkers of UTA is a group where atheists, agnostics, skeptics, humanists, freethinkers, and anyone who promotes science and reason can come together.

We are a new student organization on the campus of the University of Texas at Arlington.  We hold meetings every other Tuesday during the semester.  Meetings usually have a discussion topic that is decided on before the meeting.  We encourage open dialogue on issues such as: Evolution vs. Intelligent Design, the Secular Roots of the American Founding, Church/State Separation, Secular vs. Religious Ethics, the effect of Religion on Society, and much more.

Our purpose is:

- To establish a positive social environment for UTA students who consider themselves atheists, agnostics, skeptics, rationalists, humanists, and/or freethinkers.

 

- To enrich the UTA campus life by sponsoring educational events and fostering student dialogue on matters of faith, science, and reason.

 

- To engage UTA students in issues of national and international importance surrounding freedom of conscience and secular education.

 

Past events have included: a Superstition Bash, a trip to a local Hell House, a viewing of "A God Who Wasn't There", a sponsored talk about Secular Ethics by DJ Grothe of the Center for Inquiry, a field trip to the Creation Evidence Museum and the Dinosaur Valley State Park, a Darwin Day Celebration and talk by Dr. Zach Moore of the "Evolution 101" podcast, and much more.

We look to expand as we become more solidified and our numbers grow.  Ideas for future events are being tossed around and include: debates, bringing in more speakers,  and some of our members are in the process of starting up a podcast.  If you are interested in becoming a member of Freethinkers of UTA, please contact utafreethinkers@gmail.com or check out our "News" and "Events" pages for updates.

Freethought is not free. While we are a campus group and can use some of the University's resources, we still accrue costs. We have decided to not charge dues, as we don't want to have to distinguish between dues-paying and non-dues-paying members. It is with this view that we feel we can reach out to more like-minded individuals and build a community. If you have attended a meeting or event sponsored by the Freethinkers of UTA or agree with our principles and ideals, show it through your financial support so that we can continue to bring Freethought to the Bible Belt!

If you are using Internet Explorer, please use this link: http://www.freewebs.com/utafreethinkers/donate.htm

Tuesday, January 22, 2008
When: 5:00pm
Where: Neches/Pedernales, upstairs U.C.

 

Tuesday, February 5, 2008
When: 5:00pm
Where: 213 Trimble Hall
http://www.uta.edu/maps/map?id=TH

 

Tuesday, February 19, 2008
When: 5:00pm
Where: Neches/Pedernales, upstairs U.C.

 

Tuesday, March 4, 2008
When: 5:00pm
Where: Neches/Pedernales, upstairs U.C. - CANCELED
***Our March 4th meeting has been canceled so that our members can attend the Texas primary and caucus if they so choose***


Tuesday, March 11, 2008
When: 5:00pm
Where: Guadalupe room,  upstairs U.C.

 

Tuesday, March 25, 2008
When: 5:00pm
Where: Neches/Pedernales, upstairs U.C.

 

Tuesday, April 8, 2008
When: 5:00pm
Where: 213 Trimble Hall
http://www.uta.edu/maps/map?id=TH

 

Tuesday, April 22, 2008
When: 5:00pm
Where: Neches/Pedernales, upstairs U.C.

 

Tuesday, May 6, 2008
When: 5:00pm
Where: Neches/Pedernales, upstairs U.C.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

              Questions, Comments, Suggestions? 

             Contact utafreethinkers@gmail.com