The 46-hour dance marathon was held virtually this year due to the pandemic.
Among those taking part was Makenzie Tobin. She s a senior at Penn State.
This year, THON raised $10,638,078.62.
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This weekend, we had the honor of hearing incredible stories about
why dancers dance. Dancers shared their passions and inspirations behind their involvement with THON, and we wanted to continue the conversation.
Here’s a few more thoughts from some of THON 2021’s 592 dancers.
Will Remey, Alpha Phi Delta
Why are you dancing in THON?
I am dancing because my father passed away from cancer over a year ago and believed in THON when he was a Penn Stater. After getting to meet the children of THON and hearing their inspiring stories, I’m dancing not only for them but for him, too.