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University of Richmond to host American Cancer Society Relay For Life Nov. 1

October 29, 2008

University of Richmond will host its first on-campus Relay For Life, a fundraiser benefitting the American Cancer Society, Nov. 1.

Relay For Lifeencourages members of the local community to raise money to support the fight against cancer by participating in a walk.

The event has three components: honoring survivors through lap in their honor around the university's Westhampton Lake; remembering lost loved ones through a luminaria ceremony; and fighting cancer by raising awareness and funds for research.

The opening ceremony takes place in the law school atrium at 11 a.m., followed by a procession to the lake, where the walk will take place.

As participants walk around the lake, the organizers will provide awareness activities, contests and entertainment.

At 8:30 p.m. a Luminaria of Hope ceremony will be held. To honor loved ones lost to cancer, the path around the lake will be lined with lights.

For more information or to register as a participant, contact Meredith Miller at (804) 662-3811.