Sigma Phi Epsilon’s MARCH FOR EMILY on March 14

The brothers of the North Carolina Mu chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity are dedicated to raising money for worthy causes, among those being YouthAIDS, American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, and the Big Brothers Program. Currently, we are pushing to support an organization of one of our brothers: Emily’s Encouragers. It is an organization that he and his mother created in August 2006 to support Emily, a 6 year-old member of their family suffering from a rare and critical form of brain cancer.

The organization’s main purpose is to raise money to help cover the costs of medical treatments, family expenses, and travel expenses to and from Duke Children’s Hospital. Since it’s creation, the Emily’s Encouragers team has managed to raise over $140,000 dollars, and Sigma Phi Epsilon wishes to contribute more to their fund.

Each and every one of our brothers is encouraged to participate in any and all events held within their communities both at home and at school, especially when those events hold a significant philanthropic basis. In this spirit, and in the support of one of our chapter’s brothers, we are arranging MARCH FOR EMILY, a 3K event at Elon University. Our goal is to raise at least $1000 dollars to contribute to the Emily’s Encouragers fund. We encourage the students, faculty, and staff of Elon University to participate in this event to help support this worthy cause.

Participants may run or walk the route as they decide, so do not be discouraged from registering. If you wish to contribute but cannot participate in the event, donations are very greatly appreciated.

Event Details:
     –  Friday, March 14, 2008
     –  3K Run/Walk Commencement:
            –  Participants must arrive by 3:30 pm

            –  3K begins at 4:00 pm
     –  Check-in: Harden Clubhouse
     –  Proceeds benefit Emily’s Encouragers of Pender County
     –  Entry Cost:
            –  $10 for Elon Students
            –  $15 for non-Elon students
            –  All preregistered participants receive a free t-shirt!

Prizes will also be given to both the male and female first place winners, as well as the individual to receive the most sponsorship. Participants are invited to attend a reception at the finish line, which will include a check presentation ceremony detailing the funds raised and thanking the businesses who contributed to the event. For parties interested in making donations, please make donations payable to Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and place in the campus box of Addison Ottaway, CB 8394.

Participants may sign up at the Moseley Center from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm from Monday, March 10th to Thursday, March 13th at the registration table in front of the Campus Shop display, just past the Moseley Front Desk. The registration fee is due upon the time of registration, or may be turned in on the day of the event. Registration may also be handled through Addison Ottaway at (910) 470-3606 or by email at aottaway@elon.edu. The deadline for registration is March 13, 2008.

Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you there!

 
Addison Ottaway
Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity
North Carolina Mu Chapter
Elon University
Campus Box 8394
(c) 910-470-3606
aottaway@elon.edu