UMass Boston Makes Strides Against Breast Cancer
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Boston Makes Strides Against Breast Cancer
For the seventh consecutive year, UMass Boston will join over 325,000 walkers nationwide for the American Cancer Society’s “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” event. The 5-mile Boston walk will take place along the Charles River on Sunday October 14. The fundraiser supports research, early detection, treatment, genetic tests, risk reduction, and access to care for breast cancer programs with the American Cancer Society. Clare Poirier, director of personnel administration in the Human Resources office, is hopeful that the UMass Boston team can surpass last year’s total of approximately $3,500. She points out, “ Bringing a team to the walk is a good way to give back to the community.”
Registration forms will be available in the Human Resources Office and in the Beacon Fitness Center. The UMass Boston team meets in front of the Hatch Shell at 9:00 a.m. on the day of the walk, but with a rolling registration between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m., late sleepers can participate as well.
-Kim Burke