Paying tribute to survivors and caregivers
Sheer strength and resilience are at the core principals of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We pay tribute to the numerous survivors in our midst who inspire others, as well as to the caregivers who offer selfless care, encouragement, and support throughout the journey and most importantly, their time. The tales they share serve as a constant reminder of the strength of community and the significance of always having a strong support in these situations. Along with this, taking care of yourself and your health is also a priority.
Why Early Detection Matters?
Research into breast cancer keeps demonstrating that early detection is the key to saving lives just as for any other types of cancers. Regular check-ups, self-examinations, and symptom monitoring can have a life-altering impact as it can not only help in an early detection but also, keep it under control or eliminate it. WPI promotes the learning of prevention strategies, consultation with medical experts, and dissemination of this information to aid in informed health choices within our community.
WPI's Dedication to Advocacy
WPI, as a university focuses on knowledge and innovation and recognizes the potential of advocacy in addressing health inequities. We aim to provide environments where awareness, equity, and action converge in the fight against breast cancer through programming, student life, and campus events. Many fraternities and sororities at WPI work with cancer care charities and they also offer multiple campaigns time to time on campus.
Methods to Demonstrate Your Support
During October, wear something pink, attend campus events, or contribute to fundraising efforts. Every action that you do, whether you provide information, contribute to research, or support a friend, it will contribute to a culture of care, concern, and awareness. Through these actions, we can amplify hope and resilience.
ODIME will be tabling for Pink Ribbon Day on Wednesday, 10/22 in the Rubin Campus Center from 12-3pm to give out information and pink ribbons. All are welcome and encouraged to stop by!
The American Cancer Society on Campus at WPI
WPI's American Cancer Society on Campus is a fully student-run group dedicated to awareness-raising, fundraising, and advocacy for cancer research and support services. Over the course of the year, the group coordinates events like Relay for Life where the members of Greek houses walk into a relay for overnight and spread awareness along with raising money, awareness campaigns, and volunteer opportunities to unite the campus community in the battle against cancer.
Events Happening!
- Rascals Goes Pink — 5th Annual Fundraiser (Worcester, MA)
- Brews, Boobs & Big Top (Shrewsbury, MA)
- Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk (Melrose, MA)
- Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (ACS — Massachusetts)
Read, Watch, Listen, and Learn
- Explore How to Conduct a Breast Exam on Yourself
- Learn about treatment for different breast cancer diagnoses
- 5 Breast Cancer Highlights to Know About From ASCO 2025
- Episode 350: Breast Cancer Treatment Considerations for Nurses — nursing podcast covering new perspectives in care.
- Read What to Say to a Cancer Patient eBook
- Read Know the Symptoms Guide
- Read The End of Breast Cancer: A Virus and the Hope for a Vaccine by Kathleen T. Ruddy
- Read From Pink to Green: Disease Prevention and the Environmental Breast Cancer Movement by Barbara Ley
- Watch Experiments that point to a new understanding of cancer
- Watch Fighting cancer with dance
- Watch Five
- Listen to the Investigating Breast Cancer Podcast
- Listen to the Breast Cancer Update Podcast
Take Action
- Join WPI's American Cancer Society On Campus
- Take the Mammogram Pledge and share with others
- Become an Advocate in Science
- Support the Susan G. Komen Organization
- Register to Vote -OR- Check Your Voter Registration
- Request your absentee ballot. Vote.org
- Become a Poll Worker
The Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Multicultural Education (ODIME) promotes and oversees student-facing learning experiences, programs, services, trainings, and initiatives for WPI.
