The Sacramento State Philosophy Club has meetings that cover many controversial topics while allowing for friendly debate among its members.

The meetings are not serious discussions but contain laughter, sarcasm and real-world topics that invite everyone to participate. The club has an interesting personality that incorporates intelligence with humor.

The Philosophy Club meetings are open for anyone to drop in, and they are held every Monday at 3 p.m. in the Capital Room of the University Union.

Club President Joe Gurrola, English and philosophy double major, enjoys his time with the club and thinks it has expanded his knowledge of topics in philosophy.

“I’m knowledgeable enough now so I can participate,” said Gurrola.

Participation was not an issue during a club meeting on March 9. There is not a formal hand-raising process, the club members are welcome to speak their minds whenever they are inclined.

“We enjoy self-deprecation,” said Gurrola jokingly. “We lack empathy.”

Club members have the ability to have discussions that do not agree with their initial viewpoint, and it allows for all of the members to present opposing ideas without repercussion.

Andrew Blandford attends the meetings regularly because he finds them fun and interesting.

“I like my friends and the discussions are good,” said Blandford.

Eddie Medina, philosophy major, also thinks the club is a good way for students to learn more about philosophy.

“We do have to be careful we’re not generalizing while solving problems,” said Medina. “The Bronies are a bunch of dudes.”

The Bronies are described as adult men who are fans of the brand “My Little Pony.” They are a growing fan base that has established an annual BronyCon convention. The Bronies, along with sexism and post-feminism, were only a few of the topics the members discussed during their meeting. They also covered controversial issues like slut-shaming, fat and skinny-shaming, and the objectivity of women.

Club Treasurer Kia Seehafer said the Philosophy Club is supported by the Philosophy department, and they invite professors and guest speakers to join their meetings.

“We have a really good relationship with our department,” said Seehafer.

The club members also have a strong, teamwork-oriented relationship with each other. Medina, former treasurer, and Seehafer, current treasurer, agreed the officer roles are not restricting and that anyone can contribute ideas to the club.

Seehafer believes the current members have given the club a new identity.

“We’ve inherited this club from previous generations and we made it awesome,” said Seehafer.