Gallery by Cailey Muraca

Terp Thon is an annual event held at the University of Maryland. Participants stand on their feet for 12 hours while simultaneously raising money for Children’s National in Washington D.C. This year, Terp Thon raised $702,645.37!

Terp Thon takes place in the Reckord Armory.

Participants read the track list of the Morale Dance.

Journalism professor, Bethany Swain, helps her student, Daniel Berger, adjust his camera settings.

Senior, Kyle Hurley, chugs water after participating in the breadstick eating contest.

Terp Thon dancers teach Zumba to the participants.

The crowd follows along to Zumba.

Morale Dancer, Sophie Luik, shows off her outfit for the camera.

“Boosterthon” is a company that helps schools out with their fundraising in a fun way.

Kids play in the dunk tank, which is filled with foam instead of water.

Morale Dancers perform their routine for the crowd.

Morale dancers practice their routine for months in order to get it down perfectly.

Morale dancers line the stage as they finish up their routine.

Miracle Kid, Ryan, tells the audience about his battle with Cystic Fibrosis.

Ryan’s dad proudly watches him from the audience.

Ryan celebrates while people ring the gong after raising money.