April 11th and 12th
Friday and Saturday
6:00pm - 6:00am
UNI-Dome

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Total Raised in Five Years: $300,081
Goal for the 2008 Relay: $100,000

Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society’s trademark fundraising event where teams of 8 to 15 people form to raise money and take turns walking around a track during the 12 hour event. Teams form from businesses, clubs, families, friends, hospitals, churches, schools, and service organizations with a common purpose to support the American Cancer Society in its fight to find a cure for this disease.

Relay For Life is symbolic of the cancer patient’s battle with cancer. As the sun sets with the first couple of hours, it symbolizes the end of what was thought to be a healthy life. The overcoming darkness throughout the night represents how scary the disease can seem and those that choose to stay show that this is not a battle that is fought alone. Then, with the sunrise comes a new day with hope and energy to work towards a cure and begin a new day.

Special events are the highlight of the Relay event. These include a luminary ceremony to honor those battling cancer and to remember our loved ones we've lost. Following the luminary service is an inspirational survivor "victory" lap, celebrating all those who have won their fight. Since the first Relay, which took place in 1985, more than 1 billion dollars has been raised for the American Cancer Society.

The University of Northern Iowa Relay For Life is one of the premier college Relays. Students from UNI head all Relay committees, and we are one of the fastest growing college Relays in participants and money raised. The amazing thing is that we are just getting started!!!

Why should you join the University of Northern Iowa Relay For Life? It will be an emotional and inspiring experience you will take pride in being a part of. It is a night of fun and celebration. It is also a night of HOPE to find a cure for cancer.