2008 Woodie Awards
Fourth annual Relay for Life planning underway, scheduled for April 18 and 19
Inga Locke
Issue date: 11/30/07 Section: News
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Relay for Life kicked off their fourth annual season at Southwest Baptist University Tuesday, Nov. 13 in Goodson Student Union. Relay for Life will be held April 18 and 19, 2008 from 7 p.m. until 7 a.m. in the Meyer Wellness and Sports Center. The kick-off was to inform the student body about the upcoming relay.
Professor of Psychology Dr. Richard Brewer was at the event as a guest speaker. He gave a testimony of his personal experiences battling with cancer.
At the kick-off there was information available about how to get more involved with Relay for Life. This information included how to form a team, become a team leader as well as other services the American Cancer Association offers.
Relay for Life was started by Dr. Gordy Klatt, a Tacoma colorectal surgeon, who wanted to find a way to raise more money for his local American Cancer Society. The first event was held in May of 1985.
"One in three people will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime," stated History of Relay; relayforlife.org. "The funds raised at Relay save lives by funding cutting-edge cancer research, early detection and prevention education, advocacy efforts, and life-affirming patient services. It is because of your involvement that we are able to save lives, help those battling cancer, and empower all to fight back against the disease."
Throughout the rest of the 2007-2008 school year more events will be held to raise awareness of the final event in April. These events will include cancer awareness and prevention demonstrations as well as individual team fundraisers.
Anyone who would like to be involved with Relay for Life can contact Laura O'Conner or Baylee Anderson for more information on how to become a team leader or join another team. Every team member is required to pay a $10 commitment fee and all teams must have a representative running or walking the track at all times through out the night. All students are encouraged to attend the night of the event whether or not they are on a team.
Professor of Psychology Dr. Richard Brewer was at the event as a guest speaker. He gave a testimony of his personal experiences battling with cancer.
At the kick-off there was information available about how to get more involved with Relay for Life. This information included how to form a team, become a team leader as well as other services the American Cancer Association offers.
Relay for Life was started by Dr. Gordy Klatt, a Tacoma colorectal surgeon, who wanted to find a way to raise more money for his local American Cancer Society. The first event was held in May of 1985.
"One in three people will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime," stated History of Relay; relayforlife.org. "The funds raised at Relay save lives by funding cutting-edge cancer research, early detection and prevention education, advocacy efforts, and life-affirming patient services. It is because of your involvement that we are able to save lives, help those battling cancer, and empower all to fight back against the disease."
Throughout the rest of the 2007-2008 school year more events will be held to raise awareness of the final event in April. These events will include cancer awareness and prevention demonstrations as well as individual team fundraisers.
Anyone who would like to be involved with Relay for Life can contact Laura O'Conner or Baylee Anderson for more information on how to become a team leader or join another team. Every team member is required to pay a $10 commitment fee and all teams must have a representative running or walking the track at all times through out the night. All students are encouraged to attend the night of the event whether or not they are on a team.
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