Student dancer injured, Thon confirms
Reports emerged on social media early Saturday morning that a chain fell from the ceiling of the Bryce Jordan Center, hitting a student dancer during Penn State’s 46-hour dance marathon.
Thon spokesperson Haley Staub later confirmed the reports.
A #THON2018 dancer was injured after being struck by a chain | Here’s what we know so far https://t.co/uBSaSJ3YaW
— The Daily Collegian (@DailyCollegian) February 17, 2018
“A student dancer was injured,” she said. “Thon is working closely with the Bryce Jordan Center staff professionals to evaluate the situation and ensure the highest level of safety for all attendees. This will continue to remain a priority for the duration of the weekend.”
Thon, the world’s largest student-run philanthropy, raises money for the Four Diamond Fund in effort to defeat childhood cancer.
The dance marathon began at 6p.m. Friday and wraps up at 4 p.m. Sunday.
This story was originally published February 17, 2018 at 1:22 AM with the headline "Student dancer injured, Thon confirms."