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Why We Dance: The Story of THON

Why We Dance: The Story of THON

An inspiring story of lives changed by student-led philanthropy. Why We Dance: The Story of THON chronicles the efforts of Penn State students to conquer childhood cancer with a fundraising drive that culminates each year in a weekend-long dance marathon.

Why We Dance: The Story of THON is a local public television program presented by WPSU

Why We Dance: The Story of THON

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An inspiring story of lives changed by philanthropy led by Penn State students. (56m 33s)

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