Local university students host 12-hour marathon for Children's Hospital
On Saturday, March 29, from noon to midnight, the students will dance in the Student Union's Apollo Room.
The 12-hour Raiderthon is an annual event organized by the Wright State Miracle Makers. Several hundred students are expected to enjoy the dance. There are many different things to do throughout the day, including lip-sync battles, jousting, a rave hour, a silent disco and games.
Dayton Children's, Wright State partnership broadens
Wright State Miracle Makers is a student-run organization that raises money for Children's. This year's funds will go to support the Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness at the hospital.
Families and patients who have been impacted by the Miracle Makers' efforts will speak at the dance.
The Raiderthon started 12 years ago in 2013. Since then, its raised over $500,000 in critically needed funds for the hospital.
This year's dance was organized by a team of over students, faculty and staff volunteers.
For more information on the dance, click here.
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