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Tony Mobley, dean emeritus of the School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, has received the 2006 Pugsley Award from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration in association with the National Park Foundation. Read more about this prestigious award that recognizes outstanding contributions to the promotion and development of public parks in the United States: http://newsinfo.iu.edu/web/page/normal/4405.html
Indiana University's Dance Marathon was recently recognized for its annual fundraiser. The Indiana Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals recognized IU Dance Marathon with a 2006 Philanthropy Award -- "Outstanding Civic Organization." IU Dance Marathon was nominated for the award by Riley Children's Foundation. The awards were given at this year's dinner, "Recognizing Giving Hearts." The AFP is the professional association of individuals responsible for generating philanthropic support for a wide variety of nonprofit, charitable organizations. Founded in 1960, the AFP advances philanthropy through its more than 27,000 members in 180 chapters throughout the world. This year, IU Dance Marathon raised a record breaking $920,386.20 for Riley Hospital for Children. The money funds the Ryan White Infections Disease Center. More information about IU Dance Marathon can be found at: http://www.iudm.org/
