Debate-style political booths are structured to be as unbalanced as possible and put you at as much of a disadvantage as they can. There is only one way to “win” in these debates: to not pick up the mic at all.
Tag: Dexter Lawn
Dexter Lawn transforms into a circus with juggling and acro yoga clubs
The Cal Poly Juggling and Acro Yoga clubs offer students a variety of activities to learn, from juggling clubs and rings to balancing in gravity-defying poses, while sharing the same goal of making something intimidating from afar feel approachable up close.
Why Cal Poly students started a club dedicated to soy sauce
The Soy Sauce Club at Cal Poly recently hosted its first event on Dexter Lawn, inviting students to participate in games, interact with club members and take home free soy sauce packets.
Armenian Student Association holds vigil for 111th anniversary of the Armenian genocide
Members of the Armenian Student Association (ASA) gathered on Dexter lawn to commemorate the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, with Cal Poly’s City Councilmember Mike Boswell and ASA members sharing what the association means to them.
Cal Poly students assigned freedom of expression training
Cal Poly has assigned all students a Cal Poly Freedom of Expression training to be completed by June 7. It is intended to help students better understand First Amendment rights, learn how to exchange views in an atmosphere of respect and civility and become aware of campus policies.
Students disrupt conservative, debate-style Reawaken USA booth on Dexter Lawn
Reawaken USA, a faith-based conservative movement, visited Cal Poly as part of a tour to promote their values, drawing mixed reactions from students, some of whom protested the event and the messages it promoted.
Health Center expands flu shot accessibility with free clinics on campus
Cal Poly’s Campus Health and Wellbeing is offering free flu shots to students during October, with three remaining sessions taking place at central campus locations to promote convenient and affordable access.
Students protest against immigration policies, bring music and dance to Dexter Lawn
This is a cross-published piece with KCPR, more information can be found here. Students took over Dexter Lawn in protest of recent deportation mandates from the federal government on Feb. 7. The protest, “Sit in Solidarity,” was organized by Amirah Gutierrez, a journalism sophomore and co-director of external affairs for Latinx Business Student Association. An arrangement […]
Sponsored: Why is there a play house on Dexter Lawn?
Curious about the mini playhouse on Dexter Lawn? This playful setup is a sneak peek at the annual Off-Campus Housing and Resource Fair brought to you by Mustang Media Group and Cal Poly’s Off-Campus Housing Program! This year’s theme, “Housing 101,” is designed to help students navigate the often challenging process of finding off-campus accommodations. […]
Oct. 7 memorial demonstration held on Dexter Lawn
Jewish clubs created a memorial demonstration on Dexter Lawn on Monday in memory of those killed in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack.
Studio art seniors showcase Bachelors of Fine Arts show
Throughout her time as a studio art major, senior April Marshall said she had a bad habit of leaving highly toxic paint thinners open overnight.

