Relay campaign wants to ‘kiss cancer goodbye’

Alyssa Stencavage, Staff Writer

February 20, 2012

It’s that time of year again for the Relay for Life!

The kickoff was held on Tues., Feb. 14 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Student Union Building, with a theme of “Kiss Cancer Goodbye.”

The main goal at the kickoff was registering teams and participants, and providing people with information regarding fundraising and about what will be going on.

In support of fundraising efforts, a fundraising social took place on Feb. 29 at Red Robin, and there will be others in the next few months at different restaurants.

“This year we have more focused on keeping our events balanced between team development, fundraising, survivorship, and advocacy, which is something that we hope will be visible at the kickoff,” Relay for Life Coordinator Bethany Sharpless said.

There is not much being done differently in preparation for this year’s Relay for Life event, aside from the fact that the relay committee is larger which will hopefully be helpful in trying to work on fundraising efforts. Overall, everything is being led in similar manner.

Relay for Life 2012 will be held from April 28-29 from noon until 6 a.m. Those who are interested are encouraged to sign up.

Click here for more information about Relay for Life at Wilkes.

About the Contributor

Alyssa Stencavage, L&A&E Editor

Alyssa Stencavage is a junior communications studies major at Wilkes University with concentrations in broadcast media and public relations, as well as a minor in marketing. She began her time at The Beacon as a freshman in 2011, when she worked as a staff writer and became the assistant life editor at the start of her sophomore year. She currently is campus life editor. During her sophomore year, she participated in an independent study with the Times Leader, and was also involved with an account team on the Zebra Communication Board during her junior year. She also works with the Wilkes television station, Wilkes Now. Before coming to Wilkes, she wrote for her high school newspaper, while also playing volleyball and running track. Outside of school, Alyssa works as a cashier at a local grocery store and is the oldest of three children. She enjoys listening to music, taking walks and spending time with family and friends. Alyssa believes her experience with The Beacon has improved her as a writer and will help her achieve success beyond her years at Wilkes. In the future, she would like to be an anchor at a local television station.