FAMU is hosting the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life on Pete Griffin Track from 3 p.m. today until 9 a.m on Saturday. This year’s theme is “Hope is Eternal.”
More than 1,000 participants will celebrate, remember, fight back and walk for 18 hours in support of cancer research. As the largest nonprofit fundraising activity in the world, Relay for Life allows participants to honor cancer survivors, remember those who have lost the battle, educate the community on early detection and prevention of cancer and celebrate the funds raised by the community.
Survivors are honored with a reception prior to the relay and are cheered on in the opening ceremony through a Survivor Lap around the track. The Luminaria Ceremony is scheduled for 9 p.m. on March 27 in the center of the track to honor the community’s cancer survivors and remember those lost to the disease. Survivors will circle the track rimmed with glowing luminaries.
Participants will walk relay-style around the track and take part in fun activities off the track. Music and refreshments will be provided.
The event is free and open to the public. It will take place rain or shine.
I'm glad the students are still doing this event. During tough economic times, charities often see their donations drop. Every little bit helps.
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ReplyDeleteHey those are my AKPSI brothers and this picture is like 3 years old!!! But I am glad that it found its way on Rattler Nation!!!!
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