| Author | Post |
|---|
harcumcollege
Member
| Joined: | Thu May 28th, 2009 |
| Location: | |
| Posts: | 3 |
| Status: |
Offline
|
|
Posted: Thu May 28th, 2009 05:11 pm |
|
[size=Harcum College Supports Milford, DE Alumna in Relay for Life]
BRYN MAWR, PA (June 2009) For the fourth year in a row, Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA will be supporting alumna and breast cancer survivor, Cynthia Canevari of Milford, DE, in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, to be held June 19-20 in Milford.
Cynthia Canevari graduated from Harcum’s Physical Therapy Assisting program in 1990, and several years ago was diagnosed with breast cancer. After gracefully surviving the pain, fear and emotional trauma caused by radiology and chemotherapy, Cindy emerged both empowered and proactive.
Cindy vigorously participates in the Relay for Life annual event in Milford to support cancer research. “What sets [Milford’s] Relay apart from others is that we don’t stop our fundraising efforts the night of the event,” Canevari explains. “We really create a sense of togetherness, and continue to raise money for a cause we all believe in.”
During the night’s events, Cindy makes it her mission to orchestrate creative fundraising activities in an effort to bring more guests. This year, Cindy will be hosting “Mystery Bingo,” a bingo game in which prizes remain a “mystery” until won.
“This is my fourth year participating in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life,” Canaveri says, “my participation has allowed me to give back to my community on a much larger scale.”
In addition to her efforts with Relay for Life, Cindy is also the Founder of The Ribbon Cap Club (http://www.ribboncapclub.com), an organization dedicated to helping those with cancer by raising funds for research, education and patient assistance.
In past years, Cindy’s alma mater has offered support for the Ribbon Cap Club as well as for her efforts in the annual Relay for Life. This year, Harcum will continue to support Cindy in the Relay for Life. Amy Shumoski of Harcum’s Alumni Relations Office will be walking as part of the “Ribbons and Rainbows” team to support Cindy’s fundraising efforts.
Harcum will also provide a tent for Cindy’s team to help create a sense of community—a staple in the Milford event’s mission. “I am so grateful that Harcum has continued with unwavering support for my endeavors in the fight against cancer,” Canevari says.
Cindy’s support of and dedication to the American Cancer society is steadfast; she has whole-heartedly dedicated her time and energy to a cause that she believes has done so much for herself and others; “because of the tremendous research done over the past 10 years, I am alive and able to be part of this great celebration of life.”
To join Harcum College and offer your support for Cindy, visit Harcum’s alumni website (http://www.myharcum.com) and click on the Relay for Life link. Here, you can view information about the “Ribbons and Rainbows” team and find out how you can join Cindy in supporting a worthy cause.
About Harcum College
Harcum, the College of Possibilities, Philadelphia region's oldest independent, two-year college, was founded in Bryn Mawr, PA in 1915. It was the first college in Pennsylvania authorized to grant associate degrees. The co-educational College's fields of study include programs in General Studies, Chiropractic Assisting, Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Nursing, Physical Therapist Assisting, Pre-Nursing, Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting EFDA, Health Care Practice Management, Human Services, Radiologic Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Neurodiagnostic Technology, Occupational Therapy, Veterinary Technology, Business Administration, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Residential Design, Histotechnician, Sports Management, and Early Childhood Education. For more information on Harcum degrees, call (610) 525-4100 or go to http://www.harcum.edu
Contact:
Suzanne Cotter
Marketing Communications Coordinator
Harcum College
scotter@harcum.edu
610-526-6143
|
Current time is 01:17 pm | |
|
|
|