Spring Break
Lock-picking club feels responsibility is key
Founder understands security concerns, plans to take educational approach
Roman Starsky
Issue date: 10/17/05 Section: News
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"When I came to UTD, I toyed with the idea again and started talking to my roommates about it. They agreed that it was a good idea, we started collaborating, and things took off from there," Farre said.
Within the first two weeks of the semester, Farre's club received official approval and sponsorship from Brian Berry, dean of social sciences.
"I had convinced myself there was no way the university would let me have the club. I was prepared to fight for it, but when the time came and they told me it was approved, I was very excited," Farre said.
Farre created an outline of club activities and set new member dues, which cover a personal lock-picking kit, at $20.
"The name says it all. We will be picking locks. We hope to have competitions, guest speakers and learn a lot about bypassing locks," Farre said.
Farre said many students expressed an interest in his organization, and the club currently boasts 30 lock pickers and 30 more potential members who have expressed interest in the club.
"Lots of different people decided to join. Members have a love for technology and are not the type of people that are going to give up an opportunity to learn something as intriguing as lock picking. We also have many girl members," Farre said.
Farre envisions the Lock Picking Club as doing more than just teaching members to pick locks.
"I think that having the Lock Picking Club on campus will get people involved who aren't normally involved in other activities. It also gives people a chance to learn an extremely important skill and educates people so they aren't ignorant about their surroundings," Farre said.
Despite Farre's enthusiasm, several Waterview Park residents have complained about the potential privacy risks associated with having an organized lock-picking group.
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