<p>Here is a good example of school spirit that does not revolve around traditional D1 sports: </p>
<p>Half a million screaming spectators (especially at Wellesley college!)
World-wide TV coverage
Temperatures in the upper 80’s
25,000 participants from around the world (4,000 decided to drop out due to the heat)
Over 2,000 participants treated for dehydration
A team of Tufts students/alums manning a wall of water cups in an attempt to keep the runners hydrated.
96 team members from Tufts, running just to try to finish<br>
Countless alums, students and spectators lining the route, urging them on
$535,000 raised for a cause</p>
<p>Feels a little different than a football game, but at least as good…</p>