Testimonials from current and former members of the League of Geeks…….

Why is the league important?

why does it matter to you?

“bc it's really cool and it has cool people on it” - Anonymous

“There was a twelve year old there with his mom this weekend. They came to the LARP 101 panel and they both seemed to really enjoy that we had REcon going on because he’s been feeling really down about his geeky interests lately. So his awesome parents drove here so he could come hang out at the event and see that being a geek is awesome! It was honestly my best REcon experience in the three years the event has been running to know that the event we put on was able to remind him that it was cool to be a geek and that he should be proud of his interests.” - Rebecca Helton about RECON 2018

“The league is important because it established and maintains a community, support, and structure for like-minded individuals (geeks). That sort of structure and empowering support is important for any group of people in society. As the League we can do much more than we could do on our own.” - Anonymous

“The league was the first place I found at Miami where I fit in. Had it not been for it I probably would have dropped out.” - Anonymous

“It lets you know that you can be a part of something bigger and there are others out there to help you expand your passions and learn new things.” - Anonymous

“The league enhances opportunities for geeky folks to be leaders and find their place at Miami. It also helps cultivate an atmosphere that allows all students space to engage with and explore things that they may have been told were uncool but give them joy.” - Anonymous

“LoG is a super inclusive group that strives to help people be better in a safe environment where it's safe to be themselves in the context of geek culture. It also helps others learn new things and have fun.” - Anonymous

“The League of Geeks was a critical part of finding my identity and community while at Miami. It provides a safe place for you to express who you are and what you believe, and grants you the opportunity to discover or rediscover passions and interests. Furthermore, it can be a welcome alternative to what is traditionally seen as recreational activities on campus, and provide an outlet for those who may not identify with the stereotypical party scene.” - Anonymous

“The League is important because it allows it's organizations to grow as a family. When one org struggles, other orgs have an opportunity to aid. When there are disagreements, the orgs have the platform they need to come to an understanding. When there is a cool new idea, the orgs have the power to evolve it into something even greater.” - Anonymous

“The League of Geeks is important because it affords students a home to explore their weirdness without judgement. Having been brought into the League of Geeks through Miami Wrestling Fans it allowed me to share my interests with others who were capable of looking beyond stigma and stereotypes. As a bonus the League of Geeks became a way of learning new things that I enjoy with more people than I could have ever imagined possible.” - Anonymous

“The League of Geeks is important because it unifies those who defy norms through fun and education. Every person who is a part of it learns something new everyday.” - Anonymous

“The League meant everything to me as an undergrad. It allowed me a space to help Geeks come together as a united group on campus and made friends that have lasted me a lifetime.” - Anonymous

“The League is important because it offers a warm and welcoming community to individuals and their interests, that may not feel welcomed elsewhere. Not only that, but the League strives to make Miami's campus more inclusive for everyone and to build connections with other groups on campus.” - Anonymous