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Colgate Women’s Rowing Team Hosts Annual ERG Challenge Event to Fight Childhood Brain Cancer

The Colgate women’s rowing team is participating in the annual ERG challenge to raise funds and awareness for childhood brain cancer. The challenge takes place this week, with the team hosting their event on Thursday. Funds raised support the Robert Connor Dawes Foundation, dedicated to battling pediatric brain cancer through research and care projects.

The Big Picture

The ERG challenge is a significant fundraising event that involves rowing teams from various universities competing to support the fight against childhood brain cancer, with a focus on honoring the memory of Robert Connor Dawes.

By the Numbers

  • The ERG challenge is a 100-kilometer rowing competition.
  • The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation was founded in 2013 in memory of Robert ‘Connor’ Dawes, who lost his battle with brain cancer at 18 years old.

State of Play

  • The Colgate women’s rowing team is preparing to host their ERG challenge event from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
  • This year’s ERG challenge is supported by major sponsors, the Northwestern Mutual Foundation and Jacobus Energy.

Bottom Line

The annual ERG challenge presents an opportunity for the Colgate women’s rowing team to contribute to the fight against childhood brain cancer, showcasing their dedication to raising funds and awareness for this cause.