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Next Saturday, April 9th, is the long-awaited Hoosier Half Marathon and FTK 5K! Both races begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday morning, followed by a finish line party with food, drinks, and fun times. Here are 30 reasons why you should register to run (or walk) it:
FTK, RW, ALC, Jess Karl
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Hope. Love. Miracles. Future. Chance. Family. These are just a few words plastered all over the five bright red letters spelling out “RILEY” sitting proudly on display in the Indiana University Dance Marathon office, all reflecting thoughts people have when they hear the words “Riley Hospital for Children.” Thus far I have been very fortunate in my life. I have not suffered from illness, disease, or severe trauma, or really ever needed medical attention for any extended period of time. I still believe, though, that Riley Hospital for Children saved my life. More than anything, it has given me something to live and work for throughout the last four years of my time here at IU. It has given me drive and purpose for the rest of my life outside of my college years. Riley Hospital for Children has inspired thousands of students to date to put themselves second in their college careers, putting first the needs of thousands of sick children. It is often described as being more than a hospital, more of a home away from home for those kids. It is easy to see that it is an incredible place, but sometimes it is hard to verbalize the why. Something I noticed throughout my first few years on a committee as a large gap in the mission of IUDM was the lack of education and awareness regarding the purpose of the money raised by these thousands of college students. The most common question any committee leadership team received was “where does my money go?”The incorporation of the Hospital Relations committee this year is a huge step in filling this gap, and ensuring that every single committee member, dancer, and donor is on the same page. HR is thrilled to have the opportunity to be a resource not only now at the fundraising kick-off, but throughout the year for anyone who may have questions regarding the funding IUDM contributes to Riley, or the history of the funding of our organization. Moving forward in our year, Hospital Relations will continue to work to build our relationship with Riley Hospital for Children and its staff, and to make more personal connections between committee members, dancers, and the hospital itself. Our hope is that every single individual will enter the doors of the Tennis Center come November 4th feeling connected to and inspired by the efforts of such an incredible place. Riley Week was just start of this endeavor, and I want to extend a huge thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who participated in any of our activities last week. Without each and every one of you buying shirts, grabbing pins from a table, and playing Star Wars with Owen during the Riley family meet and greet, this week would not have been anywhere near a success. I hope you enjoy this video put together by the incredible Marketing committee and learn a little bit more about why some of your fellow committee members love Riley Hospital for Children. FTK, RW, ALC, Maddy Vonderohe Director of Hospital Relations Riley Week is finally upon us! Riley Week began yesterday, Monday, March 29th. Throughout the week, Indiana University will be celebrating Riley Hospital for Children. Every day of the week there will be something new going on all around campus! The theme and slogan of this year’s Riley Week is “From the Bench to the Bedside and Beyond." Monday was the “Bench” portion of the week, and was dedicated to informing IU students of the six different areas of research at the Wells Pediatric Centers are funded by IUDM! There was tabling across campus and the spring apparel sale where IU students bought some awesome FTK apparel, including a new Riley Week tee shirt and discounted apparel from last year's marathon. Today, Tuesday, is the “Bedside” part of Riley Week. This day is dedicated to educating IU students about the five areas of clinical programming at Riley Hospital that are funded by IUDM! Again there will be tabling across campus so make sure you stop by learn more about the Riley Hospital for Children. Wednesday is the “Beyond” day of Riley Week! All day on campus there will be tabling where you can find information about the Ronald McDonald House and how it’s one way Riley promotes sharing he family- sibling experience! Thursday is all about the kids! FTK!!!! Thursday there will be a Riley Family Meet & Greet at 4 p.m at the Lit Desk in the Union! Stop by and learn why the kids love the Riley Hospital and hear their stories about what they have done for them. It’s going to be an amazing day. Friday will be the final day of Riley Week. On Friday, we will be celebrating why WE love Riley and the kids that we are helping there. This is a day not only for IUDM members to celebrate Riley Hospital for Children, but for Indiana University as a whole to learn more about and celebrate the kids, families, doctors, nurses, and everyone involved with Riley. There will be a display at the IMU lit desk all day. Riley Hospital for Children is an amazing hospital that does so much great work for the kids and for the medical community. Come out to Riley Week events and learn more about Riley and celebrate such a worthwhile cause! FTK, RW, ALC Grace Stryker and Ivy Kabbani |
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