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Penn State THON™ 

THON™ is a student-run philanthropy committed to enhancing the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer. THON's mission is to provide emotional and financial support, spread awareness, and ensure funding for critical research—all in pursuit of a cure. The yearlong fundraising efforts culminate in a 46 hour no-sitting no-sleeping dance marathon. 

2024 Dancer Relations Captains
THON 2024 Line Dance

THON 2024

Dancer Relations Captain - THON Weekend Development

THON 2024 raised $16.9 million in the fight against childhood cancer

  • Utilize social media for awareness and fundraising efforts 

  • Assist in the coordination of all aspects of the dancer experience 

  • Serve as a primary student liaison to provide emotional and physical support to the 700+ dancers chosen to dance in THON Weekend

  • Lead a committee of 28 members to ensure the health, safety, and happiness of dancers by teaching skills in situational awareness, medical issue recognition, and injury therapy through weekly meetings

  • Coordinate stimulating alternative events throughout THON Weekend such as THON Salon, Recharge Hours, Candlelight Vigil, and Playground to assist dancers throughout the 46 hours. 

THON 2024 Total Reveal $16.9 million

THON 2023

Dancer Relations Committee Member  - Weekend Warrior

THON 2023 raised $15 million in the fight against childhood cancer

  • Utilize social media for awareness and fundraising efforts  

  • Serve as a student liaison to provide emotional and physical support to the 700+ dancers chosen to dance in THON Weekend

  • Second-in-command to Dancer Relations Captain, assist in weekly meetings and facilitating team bonding

  • Ensure the health, safety, and happiness of dancers by learning skills in situational awareness, medical issue recognition, and injury therapy through weekly powerpoints and presentations

  • Serve as a point of communication to fellow committee members throughout THON Weekend

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THON 2022

Dancer Relations Committee Member  

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THON 2022 raised $13.7 million in the fight against childhood cancer

  • Utilize social media for awareness and fundraising efforts  

  • Serve as a student liaison to provide emotional and physical support to the 700+ dancers chosen to dance in THON Weekend

  • Ensure the health, safety, and happiness of dancers by learning skills in situational awareness, medical issue recognition, and injury therapy through weekly powerpoints and presentations

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