Berks THON
The Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, affectionately referred to as THON, is excited to have you join us in our fight to conquer childhood cancer. In 1973, a small group of dedicated Penn State students held our first Dance Marathon. That year, 39 dancer couples participated and raised $2,000. Since then, THON's presence in the Penn State community has grown exponentially. THON now has 15,000 student volunteers, 700 dancers, and has raised more than $80 million, benefiting The Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital.
THON is now a year-long effort that raises funds and awareness for the fight against pediatric cancer. With the support of students from all across the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and THON Alumni all around the world, we continue to make great strides towards finding a cure for all childhood cancers!
Thank you for your interest in learning more about THON. Together, we'll make a difference in the life of a child.
"When they say, 'We Are Penn State', this is what they are talking about." - Joe Paterno
THON Kids!
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Natalie In August of 2007, Natalie became sick while she was down at the shore with her family. She was taken to her pediatrician that referred her to Penn State Hershey Medical Center. There, they took several tests and blood samples. On September 12, 2007, Natalie was diagnosed with what is called Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia also known as A.L.L. Although they caught this very early, she was still considered high risk because of her abnormal blood count. She had several complications throughout her illness including a MediPort infection, pneumonia, and extreme weight loss. However, she stayed strong throughout her chemotherapy until May of 2008 where she then entered "Maintenance" treatment (light duty chemo) at the age of 2. While in this stage, she did well but did have to stay in the hospital due to a strep infection.. Natalie is currently in remission since December 19, 2009 when she finished her chemotherapy! Natalie is now 6 years old and attending 1st grade at Conrad Weiser East Elementary. Natalie is 2 and 1/2 years cancer free and has been progressing very well with her check ups at Hershey Medical Center. Natalie loves playing with her THON friends, playing with her Princess Dolls, and wants to take up cheerleading next year! Natalie had a taste of cheerleading joining the Penn State squad on stage for the 2012 Pep Rally at THON earlier this year. This is our 5th season getting involved with THON. |
Jason In June of 2003, Jason was diagnosed with liver cancer at the age of 2. He was then admitted to Penn State Hershey Medical Center where he stayed the duration of his treatment. There had been several complications and at one point they did not think that Jason was going to survive. Fortunately, Jason was an extremely strong fighter and survived through his treatments. As of February 2004, Jason was considered in remission and went for monthly-check-ups at the Hershey Medical Center. Five years later on February of 2009, days before THON Weekend, Jason was termed cancer FREE! Jason is currently doing wonderfully and doing everything he loves to do such as playing football and baseball, and wrestling with his brother! We are fortunate to say that he is an incredibly healthy 11-year-old boy. |
EVENTS
October 15th
Sneaker Sale benefitting THON
Buy 1, Get 1 half off!
9am-5pm
Location: Lion's Den
October 17th
Cuts 4 Kids
11-4pm
Location: Perkin's Lobby
$5 Buzz, $10 Trim, $15 Cut and Style, $6 Extension
October 20th
Vera Bradley Bingo
3pm
Location: Perkin's MPR
Pre-registration- $20 per card, $25 day of
Penn State Berks benefitting THON 5K - register here
October 21st
Registration 8:30-9:45am Run/Walk starts- 10am
Location: BCC Lot
Cost: $25 run/$15 Walk
October 21st
Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser
11-4pm
Location: Texas Roadhouse Wyomissing
October 24th
The Works Fundraiser
5-8pm
Location: The Works at Wyomissing
October 25th
Aerobic Dance Night
7:30-8:30pm
Location: BCC Dance Studio
October 30th
Halloween Dance benefitting THON
9:30-11:30pm
Location: MPR
Cost: $2 pre-purchase, $3 at the door
November 6th
Flag Football Tournament
Time: 8-10pm
Location: Luerssen Field
November 7th
100 Days til THON Pie in the Face
Time: 11-7pm
Location: Tully's
Cost: $5 to smash, $3 to throw
November 8th
Isaac's Fundraiser
Time: 5-9pm
Location: Isaac's Deli in Wyomissing
November 9th
Late Night Ice Skate
Time: 10:30pm-12:30am
Location: Body Zone
Cost: $5 without skates $7 with skates
November 12th
Stand up for the Kids - Comedy Night
Time: 9:30-11:30pm
Location: MPR
Cost: $2 ahead, $3 at the door
November 14th
Moe's Fundraiser
Time: 4-9pm
Location: Moe's Southwest Grill - Wyomissing
November 27th
Mr. and Mrs. Berks benefitting THON
Time: 9:30-11:30pm
Location: MPR
Cost: $2 ahead, $3 at the door
November 30th - December 1st
Lock-In benefitting THON
Time: 9pm-7am
Location: Perkins Student Center
Cost: $5 per person
December 4th
THON Blood Drive
Time: 11:30-5pm
Location: Lion's Den - Perkin's Student Center
December 5th
Berks Idol
Time: 9:30pm
Location: Auditorium
December 12th
Car Smash
Time: 1-4pm
Location: TBD
Cost: TBD
December 12th
Moe's Fundraiser
Time: 4-9pm
Location: Moe's Southwest Grill - Wyomissing
December 13th
Cuts 4 Kids
Time: 11-4pm
Location: Perkin's Lobby
Cost: $5 Buzz, $10 Trim, $15 Cut and Style, $6 Extension
December 15th
Breakfast with Santa and the Nittany Lion
Time: 8-10am
Location: Applebee's of Wyomissing
Cost: Adults- $10, Children- $5, Students- $5 ahead/$7 door
January 5th
PSU Night at the Reading Royals
Time: 7pm
Location: Sovereign Center
Cost: TBD
January 8th
Fashion Show
Time: 9:30-11:30pm
Location: Auditorium
Cost: $2 ahead, $3 at the door
January 9th
Moe's Fundraiser
Time: 4-9pm
Location: Moe's Southwest Grill - Wyomissing
January 15th
Women of Berks Appreciation
Time: 4:30-6:30pm
Location: MPR
January 25th
Late Night Ice Skate
Time: 10:30pm-12:30am
Location: Body Zone
Cost: $5 without skates $7 with skates
January 29th
THON Blood Drive
Time: 11:30-5pm
Location: Lion's Den
Cost: TBD
THON Spirit/Awareness Week
February 4th-8th
February 5th
Step up to Cancer - Dance Show
Time: 9:15-11pm
Location: Auditorium
Cost: $2 ahead, $3 at the door
February 6th
10 Days til THON Pie in the Face
Time: 11-7pm
Location: Tully's
Cost: $3 to throw, $5 to smash
February 7th
Cuts 4 Kids
Time: 11-4pm
Location: Perkin's Lobby
Cost: $5 Buzz, $10 Trim, $15 Cut and Style, $6 Extension
February 12th
Valentine's Dance
Time: 9:30-11:30pm
Location: MPR
Cost: $2 ahead, $3 at the door
February 13th
Moe's Fundraiser
Time: 4-9pm
Location: Moe's Southwest Grill - Wyomissing
February 14th
Dancer Sendoff
Time: 11-1pm
Location: MPR
February 15th-17th
THON Weekend!!!
Time: Friday at 6pm- Sunday at 4pm
Location: Bryce Jordan Center - State College
Exec Board Members
2012-2013 Exec Board Members
OVERALL FUNDS: Alana Augello
OVERALL RELATIONS: Melissa Sauer
FAMILY RELATIONS: Taylor Mahoney
FUNDRAISING: Alex Miller
PUBLIC RELATIONS: Becky Winters
DONOR ALUMNI RELATIONS: Jeanine Snow
MERCHANDISING: Kate Harley
SGA: Danielle Cummings
TREASURER: Briana Lackman
TECH CHAIR AND WEBSITE ADMIN: Katie Suarez
ADVISOR: Andrea Kolb
ADVISOR: Alexa Wojciechowski
Contact Information
Need to get ahold of us. Here is our contact information.
Melissa Sauer: mrs5498@psu.edu
Alana Augello: ama5397@psu.edu