I would like to inform the Iowa State community of a new campus organization: The ISU Atheist & Agnostic Society.

Perhaps some of you have seen fliers promoting the first meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 8 at 5:30 p.m. in 412 Ross. Strangely, some of the fliers have been torn down, so you may have missed them.

In any case, if you’re an atheist or an agnostic — or even if you’re just interested in learning about atheism and agnosticism — you are welcome at the society.

Now some might ask, “What are a bunch of atheists and agnostics going to do for an hour every week?”

Instead of offering a punch line, let me say this: The ISU Atheist and Agnostic Society aims to provide a respectful atmosphere suited for productive intellectual discourse.

We will have speakers present material; we will have discussions; and we will ultimately learn.

Let me assert: This group is not an excuse to bash theists.

We will not promote disrespect. We will not take advantage of Quick Es.

We will not in any way attempt to hinder other groups’ ability to operate. And having said this, I hope that we will be treated similarly.

In conclusion, I hope that many of you will take advantage of the ISU Atheist and Agnostic Society and what it has to offer.

I believe it will be a positive and productive experience for all involved. See you there!

Douglas Ficek

Junior

Philosophy

President

ISU Atheist and Agnostic Society