Sigma Nu Fraternity Bikes for a Cure

Philadelphia University’s Sigma Nu fraternity brothers raised more than $1,200 for breast cancer research during their Bike for a Cure fundraising event, April 11 and 12 on campus.

Twenty-one members of the Mu Pi Chapter took turns riding a stationary bike for 36 hours straight to raise funds to help fight breast cancer. Members of the campus community, local residents and others stopped by the event to cheer the fraternity on and make donations. All proceeds from the bike-a-thon benefited the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation of Philadelphia.

“The total is a testament to the Chapter’s dedication to the cause,” said Sigma Nu Mu Pi Chapter President Vince Lattanzio. “We also set a new record for mileage this year -- a total of 720 miles,” he added.

The bike-a-thon, which took place outdoors on the campus’s Stone Stage near the Paul J. Gutman Library, also featured free food donated by Dining Services and breast cancer awareness activities organized by Health Services. Held annually, Bike for a Cure has been sponsored by the fraternity for at least six years.

Above: (left to right) Cory Hauptman, brother, Sigma Nu Mu Pi Chapter; Samatha Mele; Ryan Connor, brother, Sigma Nu Mu Pi Chapter; Jordan Arsht, brother, Sigma Nu Mu Pi Chapter; Jason Agostine, brother, Sigma Nu Mu Pi Chapter; Richie Ardito, brother, Sigma Nu Mu Pi Chapter; Lauren Badessa; Damien Franze and Cathy LiVoti.