The Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, affectionately known as THON, raises funds and awareness for the fight against pediatric cancer. Since 1977, THON has raised more than $78 million for The Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital.
THON 2012 took place last weekend in Penn State’s Bryce Jordan Center, and the event raised a record $10,686,924.83.
A number of Penn State football players participated in the event — some showed their moves in a dance contest, while others spent time with some of the families helped by the fund.
Mike Wallace offers a glimpse into the craziness and caring that envelops Penn State during THON weekend …
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