Category Archives: YACS

YACS U: Spreading Awareness on Maryland College Campuses

Posted on June 1, 2012 by

Some of the most inspirational moments are the ones that seem the most “normal” at the time: After our Young Adult Cancer Support (YACS) Towson student group completed a long, tough day of yard work and spring cleaning for a … Continue reading →

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Introducing Pedal Pals

Posted on March 6, 2012 by

I hope you are doing well and having a great week!  I would like to introduce you to a brand new initiative called Pedal Pals, which is taking place this summer with the 4K for Cancer.  In brief, the 4K … Continue reading →

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Why I FIGHT – by Sarah Leming

Posted on August 25, 2011 by

During my third round of chemotherapy, there was literally a fire at the hospital.  We had to evacuate.  There I was, pushing my chemotherapy IV bag out the front door into the heavy heat of that North Carolina summer day. … Continue reading →

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YACS DC

Posted on June 10, 2011 by

Our goal at the UCF is to connect young adults who have been affected by a cancer diagnosis. Young Adult Cancer Support (YACS) creates local communities of young adults committed to making a difference in the young adult cancer fight. … Continue reading →

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YACS is coming to Towson!

Posted on May 6, 2011 by

During my first few weeks at UCF, I spend a majority my time on Towson’s campus. I hit the ground running on several events. Towson Tackles Cancer was one and another was the school’s health fair. While at the health … Continue reading →

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