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Congratulations to the winners of the 4th Annual Shorty Awards!
Check out our blog for the full list of winners here.
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Help Most recent nominations for PSU Dance Marathon
Nesha Christian-H.
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because they do so much for so many! And because WE ARE PENN STATE!
Katie Davis
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because you are never as tall as when you kneel to help a child #FTK
Heidi Eltschlager
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because it shows you're never as tall as when you kneel to help a child
Demi Orphanos
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because theres nothing better than raising a staggering $10.6 mill FTK!
Zane Douglass
I endorse @thon in the Shorty category #charity because the students of PSU raised $10.6 million for kids with cancer
Mike McHugh
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because one day they will dance in celebration. #FTK #ForTheirFuture
deven barbine
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because we just raised $10.6 million for pediatric cancer.
Bradley Hershon
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because...it allows kids to be kids, and adults to be kids too.
Dan Fratoni
I endorse @Thon in the Shorty category #charity because it gives children the chance to grow, dream, & simply be kids.
Tess Quinlan
I endorse @thon in the Shorty category #charity because they make a difference, even when faced with adversity. #FTK
PSU Dance Marathon
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because students come together to fight cancer! FTK For Their Future!
Lucas Gill
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because no child deserves to dance alone! #FTK #THON
Michele Jakoboski
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because it is a 365 day effort-helping kids and fighting cancer!
Valerie Falkow
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because...we raised $10.68 million FTK!!
Alyssa Jacunski
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because it has helped my family through so much <3
Marinés Pocasangre
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because..little by little WE ARE making a difference! #PSU proud!
Jackie W-Piatt
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity...it is a totally student run event which helps children with cancer!
Ken Pogrob
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because it's the most amazing event ever.
Ronald Hobbs
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because... THON is sawesome and does amazing thing for the kids!!!
Ryan Howley
I endorse @THON in the Shorty category #charity because...it is the most sincere, loving charity there is.
with PSU Dance Marathon
How do you use Twitter in your professional life?
To spread awareness about THON events and pediatric cancer.
Share on TwitterWhat's your favorite Twitter app?
Tweetdeck
Twitter or Facebook?
What are some words or phrases you refuse to shorten for brevity?
Thanks. Everyone deserves a full "Thank you!" and not something shorter.
Is there someone you want to follow you who doesn't already? If so, who?
Anyone tweeting about the fight to end pediatric cancer!
Why should we vote for you?
Because we're the largest student-run philanthropy in the world! We're working year round to aid The Four Diamonds fund and eradicate cancer.
Terms you wish would start trending on Twitter right now?
What's the most interesting connection you've made through Twitter?
Too many to name.
Hashtag you created that you wish everyone used?
#ForTheKids, or #FTK.
How do you make your tweets unique?
We try and stay positive, use creative hashtags, and share the stories that inspire us.
What inspires you to tweet?
The children, families, researchers, and staff of The Four Diamonds Fund. They serve as our inspiration every single day for all that we do.
Ever get called out for tweeting too much?
140 characters of advice for a new user?
Tweet what matters to you, and tweet for yourself. Pretty soon, you'll find a whole world of new twitter friends.
What question are we not asking here that we should?
What does your charity do? Our raises money to combat pediatric cancer and help The Four Diamonds Fund at the Hershey Medical Center.
Who do you admire most for his or her use of Twitter?
@abolishcancer. Darah's idea of using twitter-thon's to raise money to fight cancer is truly unique and admirable.
Why should people follow you?
Because we are fighting the battle against pediatric cancer, and we want you to join the fight!
Can you name some one-of-a-kind Twitter accounts that you follow?
@abolishcancer, @friendslikeus, @BePostiveFdn
How do you decide what to tweet?
Whatever we feel best perpetuates the mission of THON, and whatever will brighten our followers day.
Why'd you start tweeting?
To help get the word out about THON, spread awareness about the fight against pediatric cancer, and help out The Four Diamonds Fund.
Has Twitter changed your life? If yes, how?
No, but we're hoping our use can have a positive affect on the lives of others.
What will the world be like 10 years from now?
Hopefully free of pediatric cancer, and all other types for that matter!
