General
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The Auburn University Dance Marathon is a year-long campus wide fundraising effort that benefits Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. The fundraising effort culminates in a 12-hour Dance Marathon celebrating the monies rasied for this incredible charity. Dance Marathon first arrived to Auburn's campus in the Spring of 2009 as a platform of the then current Miss Auburn, Sara Beth Brown. After benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Lee County it's first 3 years, the 2011 Dance Marathon will be afficilating nationally with the Children's Miracle Network to become an offical Dance Marathon.
If you are interested in getting involved, you may register to begin fundrasing or donate here.
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About AUDM
Dance Marathon is a nationwide movement, involving college and high school students at over 150 schools across the country who raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network hospital in their community. All entirely student run, all donating 100% of the funds they raise directly to their local children's hospital, Dance Marathons have become a tradition on campus and in the community. These students spend a year learning invaluable leadership and social skills while raising funds in a variety of ways and interacting with children’s hospital patients and families. The year culminates with a 12 hour long event where the students stay on their feet through dancing, games, and entertainment in order to celebrate the total amount raised that year. Why stay on your feet for that long? To quote the first Children’s Miracle Network Dance Marathon’s mission statement: “We dance for those who can’t.” It is this solidarity to and connection with the cause that makes Dance Marathon an event unlike any other.
Auburn University Dance Marathon started in 2009 as a project of Miss Auburn. She hoped to use the concept of a dance marathon to support the efforts of the local Habitat for Humanity. Because of its successful first year launch, raising over $12,000, the Student Government Association adopted the program and continued to sponsor the event for the next two years. This year we are excited to announce we are continuing the event that the entire campus has grown to love but partnering with a new cause – The Children’s Miracle Network. The tradition of Dance Marathon has functioned as a fundraiser for a local hospital of the Children’s Miracle Network. Auburn, home to a university known for their rich history and beloved traditions, has decided as a student body to switch this and support the Columbus Medical Center of Columbus Georgia. We are excited to have the leadership and support of Children’s Miracle Network and except to see the most growth and success at this year’s event!
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Children's Miracle Network- Columbus Regional Health Center
Children’s Health at Columbus Regional
As the region’s leading provider of healthcare, Columbus Regional Healthcare System has touched the lives of most of the children and adults in this region through its comprehensive network of services.
Columbus Regional has grown to become the region’s healthcare leader offering compassionate care and an unwavering commitment to the residents of the region through its various facilities, programs and services, including:
General Pediatrics and PICU
The Columbus Regional Women and Children’s Center offers the region’s only dedicated pediatrics program. The program includes a full-service Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
A variety of innovations and superb medical care addresses the special needs of children and their families and features a unique décor designed to put children at ease, private and semi-private rooms, specialized rooms for oncology patients, and amenities for family members.
Mother/Baby Postpartum Care
The Medical Center serves as one of only six regional perinatal centers in Georgia. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), or High Risk Nursery, consists of 4,035 square feet and 28 bassinets. It features state-of-the-art equipment, expanded space around each incubator and special lighting control capabilities. All of these features provide infants and families with the best possible care in a comfortable, supportive environment.
The nursery is staffed by caring professionals dedicated to helping critically ill infants gain the strength to begin their lives outside the hospital. As one of only six regional perinatal centers in Georgia, infants from 21 counties in southwest Georgia and Lee and Russell counties in Alabama are transported to the High Risk Nursery by a neonatal transport team using advanced technology and the latest in medical transport equipment.
Donate Now
Thank you for your contribution to the Auburn University Dance Marathon benefiting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and Columbus Regional Health Center. Your donations will directly benefit children in our area needing medical assistance.
To make a donation click here or mail checks to:
Student Government Association
Attn: Dance Marathon
255 Heisman Drive - 3130 AU Student Center
Auburn University, AL 36849-5134\
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Get Involved
There are many ways to get involved with the Auburn University Dance Marathon and we would love for you to get involved as much or as little as you would like. Please take a look at the following ways to get involved and contact us so that we can help you participate in the Dance Marathon.
-Dancers and Team Captains: Through Donor Drive you are able to register yourself or a team to begin fundrasing for Dance Marathon. It is never too early to sign up to be a fundrasier or dance! In addition to the registration fee, we encourage all of our dancers to raise $75 or as much as possible. Donor Drive makes raising this money very simple!
-Performer: The Auburn University Dance Marathon staff would like to encourage you to help us entertain our guests and dancers throughout the night. Please contact our Assistant Overall Director (Internal), Ben Burkett, if you are interested!
-Volunteer: If you would like to help the Dance Marathon staff with the event please email sgavolu@auburn.edu with your interests!
Dancers
Registering for the Auburn University Dance Marathon is really easy and takes no time at all! Simply click here to create your acocunt on Donor Drive. This website will allow you to register yourself of your team to dance and also assist you in your fundraising efforts.
Dancing and fundraising are the best ways you can give to the Children's Mircale Network. We have planned a night full of great entertainment and fun that allows you to dance all night while giving back to the community. When else can you turn the volume all the way up to your favorite jams on campus? Come out and join the party February 4th as we "Party for a Purpose!"
Make sure you pack all the necessities to stay energized throughout the event! Here is a quick check list that we have come up with to help you pack:
-An extra pair of shoes (sandals, slippers, tennis shoes, etc.)
-Several changes of socks
-A camera (or video camera)
-Toiletry items such as toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.
-Comfortable clothing such as shorts, t-shirts and sweats!
-Water bottle to refill during the night
-Noise makers and costumes
-Sleeping bag or pillow and blanket (just in case the caffeine doesn't last!)
Some helpful advice:
-Keep moving and stretch from time to time
-Drink lots of water and gatorade (Don't just drink caffeine!)
-Meet new people
-Tell your friends to come visit you throughout the night with supplies
Be prepared to have a night full of live entertainment such as DJ's, bands, activities, team competitions and special guests such as Aubie!
Dancer Representatives
Every team that registers for Dance Marathon will need to have a Dancer Representative. These representatives will serve as your teams official means of communication with the Dance Marathon Overall Commitee. They will be able to assit you with ultilizing Donor Drive to increase your fundraising efforts as well as answer any questions you may have about the event.Sponsors
In order for Dance Marathon to be a success, we strongly rely on monetary and product donations from companies like yours. In order to make the event a success, we need your help to cut down on production cost. If you would like to make a monetary or product donation, please contact our Assistant Overall Director (External), Samantha Link.
If you would like to become a sponsor of the 2012 Auburn University Dance Marathon please take a look at the "Corporate Sponsorship Packet" located in the "Document Center". Also feel free to contact this year's Overall Director, Casey Stein, with any questions about becoming a sponsor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should we participate in AUDM?
Outside of the obvious, which is helping to raise money to build a house for a family in need, you can become Auburn University Dance Marathon Winner 2012 and get an awesome trophy for your organization. This is the start of a huge annual event and you will help with the start of a great Auburn Tradition. Also, this is a great opportunity to earn SGA Spirit Points for your organization.
What type of team am I?
We have three types of teams; Individual Organizations, Greek Organizations, and Small Groups. There is no minimum number of dancers required, but the most you can have is 20 dancers. For larger organizations you should consider having multiple teams (ie: pledge classes for greek organizations or classes for other organizations). You should a different team captain for each team.
Do all the dancers have to come the AUDM?
YES! The whole purpose of the event is to "Stand for Kids who Can't!"
What do we wear to AUDM?
Your AUDM T-shirt and comfortable shoes! Your team needs to decide on a team color, crazy costumes, name tags, or anything that will set you apart from the other teams. GET CREATIVE, the more creative you are the more points your team will get! Each dancer will have a tag to wear with their team number on it to represent which team they are dancing for.
How is the Auburn University Dance Marathon Winner 2012 selected?
The winner is determined by the team with the most points at the end of the event. 60% is determined by points earned before and during the event 40% is determined by extra donations.
What are points and how does my team earn them?
Points are earned before and during the event. Points can be earned through registration on April 8th and 9th on the Haley Concourse from 11-4, team attire, money raised, dance offs, and other games. See the Team Pledge form about points for raising money! Also, your team can be awarded points for your team captains attending meetings prior to AUDM2012!
What will we be doing for twelve hours?
Each hour of the night has a theme ranging from 60’s to hip hop. The theme will change at the top of every hour and there will be a dance off at every half hour mark. Each dance off will have a dance winner and a costume winner that will get points for their team. Your team's Dancer "Rep" will be given all of the information closer to the event.
Is my team required to raise additional money?
No, BUT it is strongly encouraged! PLUS, there are some great incentives to raising money: every dollar raised by your team, you will get 1 point. A point per dollar! That’s so easy! Donor Drive also makes raising funds easier. The systems allows you to send e-mails to friends and family giving them a safe and secure way to donate to this great cause!
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Contact
You can email auburndancemarathon@gmail.com or contact any of the Auburn University Dance Marathon staff with any questions, concerns or ideas! If you would like to join our email list for AUDM updates please enter your name and email information below.
Casey Stein
cls0038@auburn.edu
Overall Director of Dance Marathon
Samantha Link
sel0013@auburn.edu
Assistant Overall Director of Dance Marathon (External)
Ben Burkett
bmb0018@auburn.edu
Assistant Overall Director of Dance Marathon (Internal)