Penn State Army ROTC provided images from the inspiring "Ruck for a Cure" event where cadets rucked over 550 miles over 24 hours. Kaizen is still tallying the donations and will continue to take contributions throughout THON. To donate, visit giveto.psu.edu/THON-Kaizen.
Cadets and Supporters gather to raise money for THON at Ruck for a Cure event Nov. 4
Kaizen, a THON group comprised primarily of Penn State Army ROTC cadets and supporters, worked to raise funds for the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon during its inaugural "Ruck for a Cure" on Saturday, Nov. 4, through Sunday, Nov. 5.
Participants near Beaver Stadium continue their laps
During “Ruck for a Cure”, cadets carried weighted rucksacks around Beaver Stadium for 24 hours. Over 100 cadets, paired in teams of two, participated.
Participants raise their diamonds to the sky for 'Ruck for a Cure'
All donations will contribute to Kaizen’s total amount of money raised for THON 2018 in support of Four Diamonds at Penn State Children’s Hospital.
Participants trek through the rain with their rucksacks
Participants continue to “Ruck for a Cure” even as rain fell on Saturday.
Participants smile as night falls on Happy Valley
As night fell on University Park, this trio was all smiles while lapping Beaver Stadium.
Cadets stay safe with reflectors on their rucksacks
Reflectors and glow sticks helped participants stay safe during the dark overnight hours of the “Ruck for a Cure” event that continued into Sunday morning.
