The Relay for Life event at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) will occur on March 22, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Health, Wellness and Recreation Center. This event, in partnership with the American Cancer Society, is an important community gathering, says Lara Bodary, an MTSU staff member and cancer survivor.
Relay for Life is a nonprofit organization that funds cancer research and provides support for caregivers and patients. The event brings together survivors, supporters, and caregivers to raise money for cancer research. Attendees can participate in student-led activities and a relay.
The event is open to everyone, regardless of personal cancer experience. Bodary, honored at last year's event, appreciates the sense of community. She enjoys interacting with attendees.
The MTSU Relay for Life event offers various ways to honor survivors, such as decorating and walking around luminaria bags. Bodary believes this act can symbolize a journey from cancer diagnosis to remission.
Dianna Rust, a cancer survivor and faculty advisor, encourages the campus and community to attend the event. It features family-friendly activities and games to support those affected by cancer. Bodary reminds those affected by cancer that they are more than their disease and encourages others to contribute to the cause.
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