While it was chance that crossed my path with that of John Carrano's, John is by no means unheard of within the THON community, nor is his famous jacket that he sports each THON Weekend. For the unfamiliar, John's jacket exudes that authentic retro vibe (not hipster retro), sporting a block-lettered Penn State logo, an embroidered Nittany Lion patch, and the years (last two numbers) and themes of every THON year from 1995 to 2012's "Brighten Every Journey."
For those familiar with THON, you know that every year there are new kids who come to join in the fun of THON every year, a new batch of dancers every year and new THON organizations popping up to raise money and support families every year. But some things will never change. This is why we present to you the five people you will always see at THON.
In the final installment of the THON Overall Series, Family Relations Overall Kaylee Tully explains the support system her committee provides for the Four Diamonds Families, and the importance pediatric cancer awareness holds within the THON community. As my interview series comes to a conclusion, for all of those who have stuck with me through the months, I challenge all to seriously consider the many lessons learned from this year's leaders. Let their passion be your passion, and if you have the opportunity to step inside the BJC this weekend, show every child, parent, student, and unfamiliar face the love that fills the spirits from these fourteen individuals of whom I am proud to call my friends.
THON Weekend is full of rockin' bands, enthralling dance troupes, and many other acts. Without the Entertainment Committee's efforts to secure and schedule these performances, dancers would find the 46 a far more difficult task. Find out what ENT Overall Kinjal Mathur and his Committee have been up to all year, and watch his Committee of the Week video.
Have you ever counted to about ten million? I didn't think so, but for THON Finance Overall Vicki Marone, this is a daily task. After the jump, find out how Marone, and her committee in forest green, make sure that every last penny is accounted for, resulting in one of the most exciting moments of THON Weekend: the total reveal. Dolla, dolla bill y'all!
FOr those who have seen it, the Bryce Jordan Center is a magical place on THON Weekend. Where many students have stood, cheering on the basketball teams, and chowin' down on dollar dog nights, is suddenly a technicolor landscape, bustling with silly hats, nostalgic decorations, and a stage that hosts some of State College's finest acts. However, this transformation is no simple process. OPPerations Overall Will Martin explains the hard work that his committee conducts in order for not only THON Weekend to happen, but many of the THON events leading up to it. He also expresses his undying love for one of the most American bands out there who has a special place in all of our hearts. Find your dreams actualized after the jump.