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, 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: a Darwin Day Celebration, a trip to the Creation Evidence Museum, 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.
Our website is:
www.freethinkersofuta.org