About FSG

FSG was started with the ideals of creating a community and building awareness around free software, this isn't limited to free as in speech software, but also software which is free as in beer that doesn't meet the free speech requirement. We are growing out of the WVU Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering because it is the logical hub of all things software related, however our advocacy doesn't end there. For example, as a part of the College of Engineering and Mineral resources we can extend our outreach efforts by providing Octave to engineers working on MATLAB projects who don't have the money required for student licenses.

And that's just a start! As a long term goal we're pushing for the inclusion of a free Office Suite installed in all campus Computing Facilities. To work in parallel with that goal we will be distribution copies of Open Office around the campus to anyone who wants a copy to try.

Go to our Code tab and see the FSG branch by tbielawa, it contains our Constitution.

Our stated goal is to: Raise Awareness, distribute, and encourage the adoption and installation of free software to the Student Body, Morgantown Community, and in Campus Computing Facilities.