University of the Cumberlands Sponsors Relay for Life

Hutton School of Business

7000 College Station Drive

Williamsburg, KY 40769

Contact: Kelly Allen

kallen6756@ucumberlands.edu

606-627-9199

             Williamsburg, Ky.—The Hutton Business Club is sponsoring Relay for Life on the University of the Cumberlands campus on March 25 and 26 in the O. Wayne Rollins Center. Teams will begin walking at 6 p.m. on Friday and will end at 6 a.m. on Saturday.

            The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is a foundation that works to raise funds for cancer research. By involving communities around the world they hope to help people fight back against cancer. Teams commit to have someone on the track at all times during the allotted time.

This is the first Relay for Life that has been held on the University’s campus. Janie Carter, head of the club, said “The faculty, staff and students of the Hutton School of Business are interested in supporting cancer research.  Many of us have family members and friends who have fought this disease long and hard.  We recognize the value of every dollar raised to help find more effective treatments and ultimately a cure.  Our motto is, ‘We Are in the Business of Beating Cancer!’  We believe the American Cancer Society is the best partner we could have in this endeavor.”

            Many members of the University’s community are involved including campus clubs, academic teams, professors, athletic teams and dorms. Courtney Fout, a junior at Cumberlands said, “Just by walking and doing a little bit here and there, it can definitely make a difference in the long run because you never know when your life is going to be affected by cancer.”

There are also many community members involved in the program. According to Agnes Brown, a representative for the club, “As of right now there are 25 teams with over 300 participants.”  

For more information contact Kelly Allen at 606-627-9199 or by e-mail at kallen6756@ucumberlands.edu

The Hutton Business Club focuses students on the personal and social skills needed for a career in business, as well as the civic responsibilities expected of business leaders. The Business Club allows students to enhance communication skills, gain leadership, and become exposed to diverse people with different ideas from around the world. Students involved with the organization will learn tools of the business trade that will last them a lifetime.