In preparation for the Penn State Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, many dancers have gone weeks without visiting the local bars which may lead to a big celebration come Monday night. To show its gratitude to the dedicated dancers, the Phyrst will offer cover-free admittance for all participating dancers the week after THON. In order to…
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Participants share the highlights of THON
Although THON is designed to help children fight pediatric cancer, many participants find additional reasons to devote their time to the Penn State Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Council Dance Marathon. In a sea of neon tank tops and bright knee high socks, Trilogy THON child Janae Holmes is easy to find. “I’ve been attending THON since I…
THON advice for powering through the final hours
As Penn State Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Council Dance Marathon heads into its final hours, participants, both old and new, share a few words of advice. Matt Homewood learned early on at his first dance marathon the importance of bringing a water bottle. “Bring the biggest water bottle you can find,” Homewood (freshmen-electrical engineering) said as he…
THON participants weigh in on fashion choices
Every year, Penn State students show their dedication to the Penn State Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic Dance Marathon by standing for 46 hours inside the Bryce Jordan Center dressed in eye-catching outfits. From the bright hair bows and handmade hotloops to the occasional animal costume, THON has it all. James Kyle said he wanted to be comfortable…
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