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MembersSecular Student Alliance Members & AffiliatesSubmitted by Lyz on Thu, 2009-10-29 03:51.
The Secular Student Alliance sees a lot of confusion when it comes to ways that people can become a part of the organization. What does it mean to join? How do you become a member? How are groups involved as opposed to individuals? Student Voice Follow-Up: University of Michigan SSASubmitted by Lyz on Sun, 2008-08-31 01:06.
This month, Leslie Zukor had the opportunity to interview Patrick Julius, the founder and President of the University of Michigan chapter of the Secular Student Alliance. He is 20 years old, a Dean's Scholar, and a third-year honors student studying Cognitive Science at Michigan. He is also active in Bilateral, a student group for bisexuals, and the Progressive Alliance, a coalition of liberal campus organizations. His hobbies include writing and photography. Atheism at DartmouthSubmitted by Lyz on Wed, 2008-08-20 10:13.
 This is the first of a three-part series by Alex DiBranco.
“Now that I know atheists can be moral—” I burst into laughter, interrupting Catherine, a Dartmouth junior and Catholic friend of mine. She frowned. “I’m serious,” she said, continuing with her statement—now that she knew, she could possibly date an atheist. Close Up with the Secular Student Alliance Board of DirectorsSubmitted by Lyz on Tue, 2008-08-12 17:30.
When most of us hear a term like “Board of Directors,” we get an image of stuffy old men in suits and ties sitting around a glassy table in some high-rise conference room. But if you think that’s what the Secular Student Alliance’s board is like, then we have some news for you! At this year’s in-person board meeting, Ashley Paramore put together a video showing both the diversity and the activity of our Board of Directors. Check it out and get to know our leaders a bit better! Maybe you’re saying something like, “Hey, I could do that,” or, “I’d like to be a little more involved in this organization!” If that’s the case, maybe you should consider running for election as a member of our Board of Directors. We hold elections in February, and any member of the SSA is eligible to run. (Not a member? Join today – it’s only $10-$35 depending on your academic status!) Welcome New Affiliates!Submitted by Lyz on Tue, 2008-04-15 06:11.
The SSA is growing faster than ever! Since the beginning of March, we've gained thirteen new affiliate groups. Let's welcome our new members!
TCNJ Secular Student Alliance Call for Submissions: Secular Short StoriesSubmitted by Lyz on Sat, 2008-01-19 16:49.
Authors whose pieces are selected to appear in the book will not be compensated, but all proceeds from the sale of the book will go to the Secular Student Alliance. Please submit pieces (both as an attachment and pasted into the text of the e-mail) to Lisa Swinehart (lisams3@yahoo.com) no later than April 7, 2008. For examples of short stories on this topic please see SSA eNews issues 9 (here) & 10 (here). American Atheists 2008 Scholarship CompetitionSubmitted by Lyz on Tue, 2008-01-15 02:43.
 Attention current and prospective college students! The American Atheists Scholarship Competition is now underway. Awards based on atheistic activism are available to both current and prospective students, so get your application in today.What is it? There are two scholarships available. The Founders' Scholarship grants a first place award of $2,500 and a runner-up prize of $1,000 to Atheist students going to college every year. The Chinn Scholarship is a $1,000 grant to an outstanding gay/lesbian Atheist. Openings for the SSA Board of DirectorsSubmitted by Lyz on Sun, 2007-12-16 22:31.
 The Secular Student Alliance is looking for dedicated leaders who would like to run for positions on the SSA's Board of Directors! The SSA is a democratic organization and all SSA members are eligible to run for a position on the Board of Directors. There will be five open seats in the election taking place this February. Board terms are two years long. Board members are responsible for setting goals and policy for the organization, fundraising, reviewing progress, and promoting SSA. All Board members are expected to participate in fundraising. We are happy to train you to do this, but you must be willing. Student's Fight Against Preaching Teacher: Part 2Submitted by Lyz on Wed, 2007-12-12 17:27.
Student Article: Christian Recruiting: Amusing for Many, Harmful for SomeSubmitted by Lyz on Sat, 2007-10-20 05:04.
“Religion poisons everything,” asserts Christopher Hitchens in the title of his new book, God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything  . It is easy to dismiss such sweeping statements, but after less than a month studying in America, specifically in George Mason Virginia, I strongly object to the techniques some Christian organizations use to recruit soldiers for Christ.As my ever-growing pile of Christian documents testifies, I don’t mind receiving leaflets. I consider it harmless and often amusing. Amongst my most prized possessions is a Jehovah’s Witnesses booklet which censures Darwin via quotes from acclaimed scientist Saint Paul. I also prize an anti-evolution leaflet from Christians on Campus with quotes from “zoologist Thomas Emmel” and “Princeton University Math Professor John Erik Forness,” both of whom believe in God.  |
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Our Struggles with Disbelief will be a compilation of short stories from current and upcoming leaders in the atheist/agnostic/freethinker/humanist movement. The short stories should be non-fiction and discuss challenges that the author has faced as a nonbeliever. Submissions should be no longer than 4,000 words (about 10 pages double-spaced, Times New Roman 12). 
Matthew LaClair is a senior at Kearny High School in Kearny, NJ. His work to keep religion out of his school was covered in the 