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The Jingle Bell Run is returning again in Sioux Falls to raise money for the South Dakota Arthritis Foundation, but it'll look at little different than the last few years.
University of South Dakota students took up a significant presence in the South Dakota State Capitol this past legislative session, holding 12 out of 22 internship positions with the state legislature. Among them was Taylor Van Emmerik, a freshman double majoring in Economics and Political Science at the University of South Dakota. “I think this is a real testament to the aptitude, diligence and aspirations of our students,” said Eric Jepsen, Ph.D., coordinator of undergraduate studies and assoc
On Saturday, Taylor Van Emmerik became Claus for a cause.
The 16-year-old, who was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis seven years ago, donned an inflatable Santa Claus outfit for a 5K (3.1 mile) run through Yankton. He triumphantly finished by crossing the upper deck of the Meridian Bridge, raising about $3,000 for the Arthritis Foundation.
âThis is part of the annual Jingle Bell Run fundraiser. Because of COVID, they werenât having the large groups running together,â he said. âI decided to have a virtual run by myself, putting it on Facebook and YouTube for people to follow.â
And the Santa outfit? Van Emmerik wore it in the spirit of the season and to raise more funds.