Monday, April 23, 2012

MM #3


Hotty Toddy Run for the Roses

The inaugural Hotty Toddy Run for the Roses event took place this past Saturday on the Ole Miss campus. The event included a 5k run and walk, as well as a one-mile run for children.

The event was hosted by the active members of the Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority and their alumnae association. The run was open to the public.

The proceeds from the race benefit a scholarship in memory of Dr. Candy Carlisle Derivaux, of Vicksburg. The Alpha Omicron Pi’s departed sister was extremely active in the Oxford community. Her family was present during the race.

Kelly Litzelfelner, a freshman participant, expresses her excitement about the race. She says, “I was really looking forward to the race on Saturday. I felt so lucky to be able to contribute to such a great cause.” Gretchen Meuller, of St. Louis, says, “the race definitely helped me train for a marathon I’m running in June and, it helped support my sisters.”

The race began at approximately 7am on Saturday, April 21st. Registration began at 6am. T-shirts were provided during registration.

Donations to the scholarship fund are still accepted from the public and all participants. Any size donation is accepted.



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