Dash-ing Into a New Era of THON
As Penn State students, we all know about THON. We know that it’s 46 hours long, we know that there are dancers and committees and…
Read MoreThe Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) is a year-long fundraising and awareness campaign that culminates in a 46-hour no-sitting, no-sleeping dance marathon every February. More than 15,000 student volunteers dedicate their time and effort to THON, making it the largest student-run philanthropy in the world.
As Penn State students, we all know about THON. We know that it’s 46 hours long, we know that there are dancers and committees and…
Read MorePractically the whole school is busy preparing for one of the most major events of the year, and the members of VALLEY are no exception…
Read MoreSo you’re a committee member for THON 2018? First of all, know you’re about to have one of the most amazing weekends of your life….
Read MoreAround 7:30 p.m. in the BJC, THON participants started to get antsy. There was nothing officially scheduled for the night, but many students had been…
Read MoreHere at VALLEY we know that THON weekend can be one of the most amazing, unforgettable, but tiring experiences for any Penn State student. We’ve…
Read MoreAs every Penn Stater knows, THON is an amazing celebration that brings all sorts of people together for an awesome cause. Every year, without fail,…
Read MoreWith 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….
Read MoreThis weekend you’ll no doubt be at Penn State’s annual Dance Marathon, but do you know what has gone into its production? THON committees have…
Read MoreEvery Penn Stater’s favorite time of the year has finally approached—THON! For those who haven’t had the chance to experience the excitement and magic of…
Read MoreAll of the Nittany Lions can agree that the atmosphere during THON weekend is something that is hard to put into words. This small, remote…
Read MoreTHON is only one day away and many organizations are preparing for the 46-hour-long weekend, including Penn State Greek life chapters. For those who may…
Read MoreHey, dancer! Congratulations on being selected to dance in THON 2018. You should be so proud of all of your accomplishments and your contributions to…
Read MoreWith THON coming up in less than one week, the hype here on campus is unreal. Whether students have been raising money through their THON…
Read MoreOhana means family, and family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten. Such is the motto and namesake of the THON special interest organization, Ohana….
Read MoreHow does one prepare for a 46-hour dance marathon with no sleep or sitting? It can be pretty difficult. THON is an experience like no…
Read MoreOnce 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,…
Read MoreEven though THON is less than a week away (!!!), most of us are probably still scrambling to get the final touches that will round…
Read MoreDancing without sleep or rest for 46 hours is physically, emotionally and mentally taxing for anyone who tries, but it is done with such great…
Read MoreEvery hour of THON weekend, the Dancer Relations captains lead the crowd and dancers in the famous line dance. Each year the line dance reflects…
Read MoreThe 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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