Over the course of their time in college, many Penn State students spend countless hours volunteering with Penn State THON™, a student-run philanthropy committed to …
The Journey to Cancer Survivorship Begins Five years—a significant and important milestone for someone who has beaten cancer. Although cancer survivorship begins the first day …
Developing Strength During Cancer Four Diamonds young adult Monica was diagnosed with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma at the age of two. A soft-tissue tumor was growing in …
Embarking on the Volunteer Journey Pam Turner is the current chair of the Four Diamonds Advisory Board and a cancer survivor. Four Diamonds is incredibly …
Wisdom: Learning About a Childhood Cancer Diagnosis Six-year-old Richie has always marched to the beat of his own drum and his parents describe him as …
Courage: Facing the Fears of a Childhood Cancer Diagnosis Merriam-Webster defines ‘courage’ as mental or moral strength to venture, persevere and withstand danger, fear or …
The THON Effect Penn State THON™ makes an impact on so many lives. Each year, 16,500 student volunteers dedicate their time and energy to raise funds …
Origin Story: A Boy, His Dog, and a Cancer Diagnosis Branson’s cancer journey began like most superhero origin stories, explaining how they gained their powers, …
Penn State Football recently had the opportunity to reconnect with the patients and families of Penn State Health Children’s Hospital in Hershey. The Lions had …
