{"id":2400,"date":"2025-08-21T19:58:24","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T02:58:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/?p=2400"},"modified":"2025-08-21T21:37:54","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T04:37:54","slug":"dawgs-hosts-build-a-dawg-event","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/21\/dawgs-hosts-build-a-dawg-event\/","title":{"rendered":"DAWGS Hosts Build-A-DAWG Event"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>On April 4, 2025, the Redlands Campus Activities Organization (DAWGS) hosted a Build-A-DAWG event to kick-off Finals Week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:calc(2560 \/ 1707)\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2411\" data-id=\"2411\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2560 \/ 1707\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2699-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2699-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2699-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2699-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2699-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2699-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2699-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Assistant Dean of Leadership and Engagement Heaven Rivera offers felt hearts for students to put in their plushies at the Build a DAWG event on April 4. The hearts were a new addition to this annual event, which had only featured dog, bear, and lamb plushies along with stuffing last year.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2456\" height=\"2560\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2410\" data-id=\"2410\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2456 \/ 2560\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2702-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2702-scaled.jpg 2456w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2702-288x300.jpg 288w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2702-983x1024.jpg 983w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2702-768x800.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2702-1474x1536.jpg 1474w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2702-1965x2048.jpg 1965w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2702-1024x1067.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2456px) 100vw, 2456px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Libby Oxciano \u201828 selects which stuffed animal to take home. This year\u2019s event featured more animal options than in previous years, giving students a wider variety to choose from. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2403\" data-id=\"2403\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2560 \/ 1707\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2739-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2739-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2739-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2739-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2739-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2739-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2739-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Assistant Dean of Leadership and Engagement Heaven Rivera joins former DAWGS co-presidents Adelaide Hubble \u201927 and Angelina Ybanez \u201927 in hosting the event. This is one of many student-centered programs the trio has helped DAWGS plan and organize over the year. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2408\" data-id=\"2408\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2560 \/ 1707\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2706-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2706-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2706-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2706-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2706-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2706-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2706-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Students are stuffing their new friends at Hunsaker Plaza. The Build-A-DAWG event had a high turnout, offering a creative and comforting break from the stress of Finals Week. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2407\" data-id=\"2407\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2560 \/ 1707\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2709-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2709-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2709-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2709-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2709-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2709-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2709-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Students Teresa Cardenas-Wallenfelt \u201828, Alana Moyer \u201828, and McKenzie Rose \u201828 smile with their stuffed animals. For the three of them, the most popular animal choice was the highland cow.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2406\" data-id=\"2406\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2560 \/ 1707\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2710-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2710-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2710-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2710-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2710-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2710-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2710-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Community members of all ages take part in building their stuffed animals. The event welcomed participants beyond just students, creating a fun and inclusive atmosphere on campus. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2405\" data-id=\"2405\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2560 \/ 1707\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2711-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2711-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2711-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2711-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2711-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2711-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2711-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Leilani Lipez \u201826 shows off her newly-stuffed sloth. She was one of the first students in line at the Build-A-DAWG event, taking the opportunity to relax and recharge. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2404\" data-id=\"2404\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2560 \/ 1707\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2714-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2714-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2714-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2714-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2714-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2714-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2714-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Jazzalyn Trejo \u201827 gets ready to stuff her axolotl. The bright pink axolotl was one of the most popular choices at this year\u2019s Build-A-DAWG event, beloved for its cute and cheerful appearance.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2402\" data-id=\"2402\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2560 \/ 1707\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2717-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2717-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2717-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2717-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2717-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2717-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2717-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Harvest Table employees select their stuffed animals during the Build-A-DAWG event. Just like the students, they had the chance to make and take home a furry friend, adding to the inclusive spirit of the day. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-2401\" data-id=\"2401\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2560 \/ 1707\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2721-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2721-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2721-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2721-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2721-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2721-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_2721-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Harvest Table employees take a lunch break to build their stuffed animals. The event attracted participants from across campus, including staff members eager to join the Finals Week festivities. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On April 4, 2025, the Redlands Campus Activities Organization (DAWGS) hosted a Build-A-DAWG event to kick-off Finals Week.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":50,"featured_media":2409,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"advanced_seo_description":"","jetpack_seo_html_title":"","jetpack_seo_noindex":false,"_FSMCFIC_featured_image_caption":"A poster lists the five stuffed animal options: a highland cow, an axolotl, a bulldog, a raccoon, and a sloth. 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