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What was Penn States original colors?

Pink and black

100

What Penn State football player left in 2017 to play for the Giants?

Saquon Barkley

100

What Corporate sponsor supports the THON 5K?

PNC

100

What is the largest organ for a human body?

Skin

100

How many hours is Thon?

46 hrs

200

When was Penn States first THON held?

1973

200

Penn State alumni who had their own Comedy Central show? (Hint: Jay Quellin; do you mean Jacquelin)

Keegan-Michael Key

200

How does a THON volunteer solicit a donation through mail?

THONvelopes

200

How many NFL teams are there?

32

200

Where was the first Thon held?

HUB ballroom

300

How many campuses does Penn State have in total?

20

300
What Pretty Little Liar Character's actors father donated the money for the Bellisario Communication Building?

Spencer

300

What effort allows alumni, family, & friends to fundraise on behalf of THON?

THON Nation

300

What female athlete holds the title for most grand Slams in tennis?

Serena Williams

300

What year did THON break the $1 million mark?

1992

400

What is the largest classroom on campus?

100 Thomas
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Approximately how many living Penn State Alumni are there?

700,000

400

Which Corporate Sponsor provides matching funds on Giving Tuesday?

Johnson & Johnson 

400

What is Pennsylvania's state bird?

Ruffed Grouse

400

What does the four diamonds in THON stand for?

Courage, wisdom, honesty and strength

500

In terms of largest football stadiums in the US, what is Beaver Stadium ranked?

2nd largest

500

What Penn State alumni is the father of Jennifer Aniston? 

John Aniston

500

Pre-COVID what fundraising event raised the most amount of money for Everyday?

White Out Game Day Bake Sale

500

What is the Capital of Illinois 

Springfield

500

Who is THON 2021 Theme?

Rise and Unify