Penny War Raises Money for Cancer Research

October 22, 2007, 9:25 p.m.

PITTSBURGH, Pa., October 22, 2007 - Pitt is raising money for cancer research by competing against West Virginia University in a Backyard Brawl Penny War contest from 21 October to 16 November. Collection bins will be in Alumni Hall, Benedum Hall, Amos hall, Bruce Hall and additional locations as they are announced.

Sponsored by Greek Week and SGB traditions, the Penny War will help benefit the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute. Everyone on campus is invited to show his or her school spirit and participate. The winning school between the will be announced at the Backyard Brawl football game against WVU on 1 December at WVU. The winner will receive a traveling trophy to be used for future contest years.

In a penny war, bins are set out for the participants to accumulate as many pennies as possible. Other denominations of coins or bills will cause a negative score for the team, so it is vital to use only pennies in the competition.

ABOUT STUDENT GOVERNMENT BOARD - The Student Government Board exists to provide undergraduate, non-CGS students with representation as a student voice to University administration. The SGB represents the needs, interests, and concerns of all Pitt students. Another important aspect of the SGB is allocation of the student activities fee, which provides money to over 350 student organizations at the University of Pittsburgh.

The board is comprised of one President and eight Board Members, all elected by the student body. The SGB also has ten standing committees who address various aspects of campus life, including diversity, freshman involvement, and governmental relations.

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