Pizza and politics
DM Discussion Events are always popular - no matter what you call them!
“Pizza and Politics” “Donuts and Democracy” “Snacks and Facts”
“Candy and Conversations” “What’s On YOUR Mind?”
Tips for Success
Organize monthly or bi-weekly discussions to be held at the same time and location.
Choose a comfortable, informal room.
Make it interactive - focused on facilitating audience participation.
Choose hot-button current issues that students care about.
Duration of no more than 45 minutes.
DM or faculty member presents an overview and facilitates the discussion.
Plan discussions for noon and have students bring a Brown Bag lunch.
Get co-sponsorship for one or more discussions from other clubs and/or academic departments.
Get funding from other clubs or academic departments and offer lunch.
Have students sign in to the event and receive a DM information sheet.
Publicize widely with posters, social media, class raps, flyers when tabling etc.