This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Chapel Hill chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.
Hundreds of students danced the night- and the next day- away in the 13th annual UNC Dance Marathon that was held February 18-19 at Fetzer Gym. With the help of energizing songs, special musical performances and various games and activities, dancers managed to stay moving for a full 24 hours while raising $436,709.61 for patients at N.C. Children’s Hospital.
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Decorations in the hallway leading to the gym correspond with the 2011 marathon theme, World Tour.
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Inspirational posters cover the walls of the gym.
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Visitors could donate to the marathon by depositing coins in containers.
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Dancers are taught how to “Dougie” in a Zumba session led by Monica Doyle, Miss UNC 2010.