Penn State University - La Vie Yearbook (University Park, PA)

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7?. Santa joined the charity run. Phi Psi

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Lots of trophies and lots of prizes. Catch That Second Mile Spirit! On April 26, 1981, more than 650 runners relayed the spirit of the day, as they participated in the first Se- cond Mile Sunday. The site of the ac- tion was the HUB lawn, where ac- tivities began and continued throughout the day. The main attraction was the Se- cond Mile sprint, a 10,000-meter race, which drew over 550 par- ticipants. Winners were on hand as three trophies were presented in each of the six age divisions. Lee Foster of St. Marys, the runner with the best over-all time, boasted a 31:34 clock finish. In addition, a two-mile fun run drew a sizeable crowd and gave those involved a chance to win over 50 prizes, donated by State College mer- chants. Runners in both races con- tributed a $5 entry fee to this cause. The Second Mile Sunday was sponsored by the Penn State Marketing Club, in cooperation with the Pepsi-Cola Company of Altoona and the Centre Daily Times. Members of the marketing club gain- ed a valuable learning experience, as they promoted both an event and a new corporation. However, Mark Foster, coordinator of the event, said the real purpose was ut0 increase the awareness and the positive image of the Second Mile? Accordingly, Ron Coder, executive director of the Second Mile Home, explained the homes purpose saying, ttlt provides a home environment for kids who are neglected or who donTt have a stable home situation? Second Mile Sunday was filled with fun and success too, as $2500 were raised toward the home's establishment. The enjoyment con- tinued throughout the day with per- formances by the Phi Mu Alpha Dix- ieland Band, the Penn State Unicycle Club and the Penn State Juggling Club. A Touch of Blue added sparkle with a twirling exhibition. The first Second Mile Sunday marked the start of an enjoyable event. .. Marilyn Barnard Second Mile 27 M

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Phi Psi Runs Again The 13th annual Phi Psi 500, held by the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity on April 25, was one of the biggest events of the spring. 1800 runners in eight divisions, ran through the streets of State College, stopping at five local bars. Although the Phi Psi has been a tradition since 1969, the anything goes division began only six years ago. Teams in this division are limited to 20 members and judged on the basis of originality, creativity and . 1 ; .7, , . ,, ,. crowd appeal. This years winner was 8; you, Mar-k, 02:810.. ' 0' ., i the Hari Krishna marching band. Se- r ,, i .,; ,-' ' e ' n ,4 0V ' cond place went to students dressed as an outhouse, complete with swar- ming flies and a fly swatter. The Phi Psi, the largest philan- thropy 0f the year, raised $32,000 for the Second Mile, 3 charity started by assistant Penn State football coach Jerry Sandusky, to build a home for disadvantaged youths. Every year a new charity is chosen. uWe go through a lot of effort to pick a charity? co-chairman Doug Laderer said. It has to be a local charity because the community helps us with the race and we help them? uWe had tremendous cooperation from the downtown merchants and the police force,,' Martin said. 0Police estimated that 25,000 people were lining the streets? Penn State holds the largest Phi Psi 500, although other Phi Kappa Psi chapters have been sponsoring the race since it began in 1960 at the University of Oklahoma. The Phi Psi is run differently at each Phi Kappa Psi chapter, from tricycle races at Arizona to an obstacle course race at Oklahoma. However, the purpose of the race is always the same - to raise money for a worthy local organization. - Becky Olson Hi' America: Show us your itunderalls. PhiPsi 29 E