Stories Behind Why We THON
With THON only a few short days away, it’s important to be reminded why we THON and the true meaning behind the 46-hour dance marathon….
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Dear Dancer, Advice For THON Weekend
Hey, dancer! Congratulations on being selected to dance in THON 2018. You should be so proud of all of your accomplishments and your contributions to…
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Why We THON
Once a year, every year, after months of hard work and with a record-breaking amount of dedication, Penn State comes together for 46 non-stop hours,…
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What DRCM’s Need For Their Dancer
Dancing without sleep or rest for 46 hours is physically, emotionally and mentally taxing for anyone who tries, but it is done with such great…
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Axis Allies
With THON just around the corner, a hundred organizations around campus are finally setting down their cans, reeling in their THONvelopes and getting ready for…
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Taking Care of Yourself THON Weekend
With THON weekend quickly approaching, State College and it’s students are gearing up for a weekend For The Kids™. Eating unhealthy food from the Bryce…
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Last Minute THON Fundraisers and Events
The Penn State community has been working hard to prepare for THON weekend and with one week left to go, it’s time for that final…
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Kids’ Talent Show! | THON 2017
This year, the Kids’ Talent Show featured many amazing performances by the kids that THON is all about. Who knows-maybe someday one of them will be headlining their own concert at the BJC!
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Talking the Talk, Dancing the Dance: A Few Thoughts from THON Dancers
So, what does it feel like when you realize you’re dancing in THON? Valley spoke to two THON dancers to find out.
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THON Spotlight: The Possibilities are Infinite
Infinity, small but mighty, works alongside larger organizations year-round to raise millions to stop childhood cancer in its tracks.
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THON 2016: Fashion Show
Each child brought joy to the stage and reminded us all why we dance FTK.
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No Hair, But She Really Doesn’t Care
For only $10 in exchange for a shaved head, participants can stand in solidarity with the kids who lose their hair as a result of cancer treatment.
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How Not To Annoy R&R THON Weekend
If you’ve been to THON before, you’ve definitely seen Rules & Regulations committee members in red shirts trying to keep everyone in line. You might see them as the bad guys, but they’re really just trying to keep everyone safe. To help them out, here’s a list of things that you should avoid doing THON weekend.
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No Hair Don’t Care: An Act of Solidarity
Solidarity is second nature to a true Penn Stater. We stand together, without hesitation, through the good times and the bad. Here in Happy Valley, unusual yet bold acts of kindness and support are the norm.
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Small Things, Great Love FTK
Small Things, Great Love is a fashion and accessories organization dedicated to combining style and charity into one cohesive unit. With THON serving as her first charity, founder Erin Gillespie is tapping into her alumni roots to give back to a cause that has directly influenced her.
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What’s new with THON 2015?
Each year, the THON Executive Committee makes important decisions and implements changes in an effort to improve THON. Although many of us have heard about this year’s changes, most people remain unclear on the reasons as to why they are being made. We talked to THON 2015 PR Media Relations Captain Graceanne Domino to learn more about the changes being made for THON 2015.
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