The Line Dance: Party and Purpose | THON 2017
“I like the final Four Diamonds verse because it brings it all in and reminds us why we do what we do, I get chills every time I do it on the floor.”
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THON’s Most Epic Socks | THON 2017
Keep knocking our socks off, dancers! You are truly incredible!
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The Truth About Your First THON | THON 2017
“Hopefully one day people won’t need to hear that their kids have cancer, and it’s amazing to know that THON had a big part in that.”
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Under The Sea Fashion Show | THON 2017
Valley thinks everyone can agree that the Under The Sea fashion show made a big splash at the BJ-Sea!
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Who Should Make the Next Guest Appearance? | THON 2017
One dancer gave Valley the answer that we think everyone would agree with.
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Signs in the Stands | THON 2017
As soon as you step into the Bryce Jordan Center during THON you immediately see the huge, handmade signs that light up the stands. It’s a lot to take in at first but it’s also pretty magical to see so much devotion by student organizations.
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Meet the Valley Girls Dancing This Weekend | THON 2017
This year, two of Valley’s own are down on the floor, dancing the full 46 hours for the kids. Valley caught up with Carolyn and Katie 16 hours into the dance marathon to get an inside look of how the experience has unfolded.
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What’s In Your Fanny Pack? | THON 2017
Every year, THON brings out the best colorful tutus, socks, hairstyles and most importantly—fanny packs. Valley decided to get the inside scoop on whats in some of the dancers’ fanny packs this year.
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What TV Character Would You Want as Your DRCM? | THON 2017
Valley decided to ask a few dancers a question that would take temporarily take their minds off of the impending weekend exhaustion: What TV character would you want as your DRCM and why?
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To What Are You Most Looking Forward? | THON 2017
Within just the first few hours of Penn State’s THON, so many exciting and amazing events have already occurred. Valley took to the floor of the Bryce Jordan Center to ask what people are most looking forward to in the many remaining hours of THON.
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Best Dancer Outfits | THON 2017
Make sure to be on the lookout for these amazing outfits and dancers and for many other awesome and festive getups!
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What Ultimate Throwback Jam Would You Blast in the BJC? | THON 2017
Here’s hoping that some of these dancers will be lucky enough to hear their jam selections before the THON’s 46 hours are up!
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Pumped Up to Stand Up | THON 2017
THON 2017 is off to a great start with some amazing performers warming up the crowd on stage. Several student groups including singers, dancers and musicians performed before the official THON dancers first stood up.
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First Questions From the Floor | THON 2017
Valley wanted to find out early in the weekend why our fellow Penn Staters were eager to grab a spot on the dance floor this year. What does THON mean to them? What do they dream for? How does it feel being 1 of only 708 students selected to dance?
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DNCE Takes the THON Stage | THON 2017
DNCE took THON by storm with their surprise performance, filling the room with energy and boosting the morale of spectators and dancers alike.
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Fanny Pack Essentials for THON Weekend
Make sure to pack your fanny pack full of these essentials THON weekend so that you can stay refreshed and energized enough to be there For The Kids!
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How to Stay Healthy for THON Weekend
Staying healthy enough to be able to cheer on the dancers and be there for every second of greatness THON has to offer is essential for Penn State students, so here are some tips to stay healthy for THON weekend.
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Urban Outfitters Community Cares Celebrates THON
With THON 2017 right around the corner, Urban Outfitters jumped on board to help raise some awareness and some last minute funds and get excited for the big weekend.
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5 Ways to Prepare for THON 2017
Whether this is your first THON, or your fourth, put on your dancing shoes and get excited, because you are going to have the time of your life!
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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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