Discovering Tomorrow’s “Hidden Wonders”
With a month to go before we dance for a cure for 46 hours, the THON events are well under way. The THON Showcase, “Hidden…
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The 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.
Let The Countdown Begin…
Penn State, we stand in 100!
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THON 5K 2017 Recap
VALLEY sat down with Daniel Cooley and Jillian House, the passionate and motivated THON 5K Development Captains, to hear what they had to say about the successful event.
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THON 5K: Strides to Celebrate Our Stars
The 17th Annual THON 5K is just around the corner and it’s going to be the best it has ever been.
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An Open Letter to the Last Canning Weekend
Canning weekends, a week has passed and we still miss you
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THON Committees 101
As the very best weekend of the year approaches, the Penn State Dance Marathon (THON) 2018 preparations are being taken to the next level. THON Committee applications are live on the THON website and the applications are due Friday, Sept. 15.
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10 Post-THON Feelings as Depicted by FRIENDS
THON is one of Penn State’s biggest weekends. With the help of our friends on “Friends,” here are feelings every Penn Stater has after THON weekend.
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Why 46 Hours? | THON 2017
Though the weekend is over, Valley still had some questions. One question in particular is why THON is 46 hours.
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Wrapping Up the Weekend | THON 2017
The THON 2017 total of $10,045,478.44 was revealed, the dancers have gone to bed and OPP has begun the post-THON breakdown. In other words, THON 2017 is pretty much wrapped up.
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Penn State Outside Linebacker Stands for 46 | THON 2017
“Just imagine standing for 46 hours at 6’7” and a sexy 305 pounds.”
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Best Shoes of THON | THON 2017
THON demands a lot of the feet, but the fun and fierce pairs spotted on the floor are certainly up for the challenge!
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Highlights from the Pep Rally | THON 2017
If you missed THON’s annual pep rally, have no fear! Valley was front and center to give you the details.
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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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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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