Dance Marathon
MHA/MPH students participating in Dance Marathon 2011 The University of Iowa Dance Marathon (DM) is a student organization that provides year-round support to pediatric cancer victims and their families. Each student signed up for Dance Marathon is required to raise at least $400 to attend the 24-hour Big Event that celebrate the lives of those who lost their lives to cancer, those who are currently are fighting their battle, and those who have beaten their battle against cancer. It is a culmination of hope, joy, remembrance, and celebration to all the kids who have fought and continue fight cancer every day. This year, several MHA/MPH students have formed a team and will be participating in the event on February 3 & 4. DM's mission statement states "University of Iowa Dance Marathon creates and sustains special projects to provide emotional and financial support for pediatric oncology and bone marrow transplant patients and their families treated at University of Io...