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[Video] Slides of Strength

THON itself is a huge Penn State tradition. But, within THON, there are subtraditions as well, and one of everyone’s favorite is the Slides of Strength. Watch as dancers slide on a mat full of baby powder met by a quick ten second massage provided by other THON-goers.

 

 

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Sam Panko

Sam is a freshman from Morristown, New Jersey looking to pursue a major in Marketing. He is a videographer for Onward State. Sam enjoys film, music, art, and animation. You can contact Sam at sam@onwardstate.com

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