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Delta jumps to benefit impaired
By Brandon Siem
Published:
Thursday, October 2, 2003
Media Credit: Kim Bucholz
Members of the Delta Zeta sorority stayed strong as the 72-hour trampoline jump-a-thon fundraiser pressed on. Their jumping continued through the night.
The Delta Zeta International Sorority and the Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity members are conducting a nonstop 72-hour trampoline session to benefit the speech and hearing impaired.
Pledges raised by the three-day event will go to Community Solutions of St. Cloud.
The nonprofit marathoners are looking to outdo last year's total of $1,200 with at least $1,500 this year. They have been jumping through the entire night. The volunteers enjoy any company they can get.
"I stay warm by sipping hot apple cider and playing music to pass the time," said Erin Jane Pitsor, president of DZI.
The temperature dropped into the 30s at night, but the warm spirit of the volunteers keeps everyone encouraged.
Early morning monotony and leg cramps from endless jumping are their only struggles.
Beginning at 7 p.m. Sunday these students began to take turns on a trampoline set up on the front lawn of the Delta Zeta sorority house. "We go 15 minutes at a time and share an hour," said Kyle Usgaard, a TKE member. Taking turns on the trampoline gives the students time to mingle with visitors.
The Delta Zeta sorority house has lawn chairs and a stereo set up for any visitors. The event has drawn many interesting visitors. The police even stopped by and questioned why they were jumping in the early hours of morning. After the jumpers explained, the police left with a thumbs-up.
The person in charge of organizing the nonprofit event is Danielle Juskiewicz. She hopes to beat last year's money totals. Donations are received warmly and are going toward a good cause. "Everyone is welcomed to come hang out and have some fun," Juskiewicz said.
The trampoline is located behind Holes Hall at 397 3rd Ave. South. The community is invited until 7:00 p.m., Thursday night. Dress warm and feel free to donate.
