Elizabeth, a second grader, is our B+ Hero of the day!  Elizabeth was diagnosed with high-risk Nueroblastoma in Dec. of 2006 after a routine scan of her abdomen.  At the time, this cancer survivor was only two years old.  Despite being in the high-risk group for Nueroblastoma, Elizabeth successfully completed her treatment.  Now seven years old, Elizabeth had her fourth year scans to check for a resurgence in November.  The scans found no evidence of the disease!

Elizabeth is Gamma Phi Beta’s B+ Hero and she loves to wear her sorority letters.  While she enjoys watching and listening to the songs of the show “Glee,” her favorite singer  is Taylor Swift.  Even when she’s not hanging out with her Gamma Phi Beta Sisters, Elizabeth is never far from campus.  Both of her parents are UD professors!

Tuesday: UDance Fundraiser at Grotto’s (4p.m. – 9p.m.):

• Enjoy Mardi Gras with your friends and help fight childhood cancer!
• Bring the coupon below with you and 20% of your bill will go towards UDance
• This offer is only valid if you eat in the dining area!

• Go out to dinner for a great evening at Iron Hill
• Just bring the ticket below with you and 20% will go to UDance

Miranda, Sigma Kappa’s B+ Hero, is our B+ Hero of the day.  In 2008, Miranda was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, an aggressive bone cancer, in her upper left tibia.  After more than a year of treatment, Miranda’s pathology report confirmed she was disease free in 2009.  Unfortunately, only three days after her sixteenth birthday, Miranda found out that her cancer had returned on Dec. 6, 2011.  This time, doctors found a significant tumor in her right lung.  She has intermittently been in the hospital over the past two months receiving surgery and chemotherapy treatments.

At school, Miranda is a member of student council and works hard in her honors classes.  Along with being an incredible singer, she had the opportunity travel to Hollywood in January of 2011 to play a role in the Barbie Movie, Barbie: Princess Charm School!

Miranda’s continuing battle with cancer reminds us of the incredible challenges our B+ Heroes must overcome.  Every day, these heroes need encouragement to give them the strength to fight this awful disease.  To write on Miranda’s caring bridge website, visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/mirandaramnolte/journal/6.

Hayden, an eight-year-old from right here in Newark, Del. is our B+ Hero of the Day! Hayden was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia on January 15, 2008. Despite only being five years old, Hayden remained strong through many surgeries and chemotherapy treatments. On April 16^th, 2011, Hayden finished his chemotherapy treatment!

Hayden loves Disney and is a talented singer! In 2009 he took his first plane ride to Florida, where he was met Mickey Mouse! Hayden was also a huge hit at our UDance Holiday Party.  He is quite the entertainer and has a great voice.  Hayden had an amazing time last year at UDance with his Lambda Chi Apha brothers. He can’t wait for this year to be bigger and better!

Since its founding, UDance has created a difference in many lives.  The funds that University of Delaware students and community members donate go a long way for many kids with cancer and their families.  Below are words that have encouraged us to work everyday to fight childhood cancer.

“Thank you so very much for the money that you sent to Ben and our family!  We cannot tell you how much this means to us!  It not only allowed Ben’s dad to be with Ben during his last days, but it also made Ben feel loved and cared for, which we are eternally grateful for.”-Cara N., Mother of a Childhood Cancer Angel

“The B+ Foundation and the donors that contribute to it changed our lives, showing us that there are still folks out there who care.  Your read and see so much going on in the world that is wrong, and then there you are to help!  From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.  You and your donors are in our thoughts forever.” – Lisa A., Mother of a Childhood Cancer Survivor

“Sadly, our son passed away May 15, 2010.  But because you so graciously gave, it allowed us to spend the most important time of our lives together as a family.  If you only knew what a blessing your are.” -Cynthia W., Mother of a Childhood Cancer Angel

Molly, a strong and resilient twelve-year old, was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, a bone cancer, in her right femur on June 19, 2008.  After two rounds of chemotherapy and surgery to remove the tumor, Molly completed her treatment and is now cancer-free!

Since finishing her treatment, Molly has been active and strong despite other leg surgeries.   In December, she had surgery on both legs to help her legs grow at a proper rate.  Molly is currently recovering and doing physical therapy.  She is extremely brave and is fighting through the pain.

Prior to surgery, Molly had an active fall playing volleyball.  With a consistent serve, she helped her team reach the semi-finals!  We wish Molly all the best with her physical therapy and look forward to seeing her in March!

This past fall was a busy time for Aryn.  Along with celebrating her fifth birthday and starting preschool, she also played on her town soccer team.  She is loving school and enjoys spending time with her teacher and classmates.

Aryn’s family is preparing to move into a new home over the next couple weeks.  She has embraced this period of transition and is excited for the move.  In the mean time, Aryn looks forward to attending Thon at Penn State University as well as UDance Marathon to play with her Kappa Alpha Theta sisters.

I’m participating as a member of NAME OF YOUR ORGANIZATION in the University of Delaware’s UDance on March 11th. UDance is the largest student-run philanthropy at the University of Delaware. My organization is trying to raise YOUR TEAM’S FUNDRAISING GOAL this year! The money raised will go toward finding a cure for childhood cancer in partnership with The Andrew McDonough B+ (Be Positive) Foundation.

Please help me by making a contribution online.

1. Click here INSERT LINK TO YOUR TEAM’S DONATION PAGE on udanacedelaware.info

2. Find my name and click on it

3. Complete the online form and safely use your credit card to make a donation

4. You’ll receive an online receipt for tax purposes

Thank you for helping us fight to give the kids a tomorrow. Please forward this to others so we can reach our goal!

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The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation (www.BePositive.org) was born out of tragedy after athlete and ‘A’ student Andrew McDonough passed away from complications of leukemia on July 14th 2007, at age 14. Andrew’s blood type and the family’s motto was, and continues to be, “B+”… “Be Positive.” The overall goal of The B+ Foundation is to  “Do Good.”  With your help, they will continue to achieve their primary objectives:

As a sixteen-year-old, Mr. AB+ recently received his drivers license along with his first fishing license.  Throughout the past spring and summer, Alex spent his time fishing and working as a camp counselor.  He is looking forward to spending time with his Alpha Epsilon Pi brothers in March during UDance 2012.