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Cosmetology raises money for breast cancer

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Pink hair tinsel is being added by a cosmetology student and another pair is painting nails.During the month of October, students in Central Piedmont’s cosmetology program have held events to paint pink nail polish and add pink hair for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. They set a goal to collect at least $500 in donations to support the Susan G. Komen foundation, and they have surpassed their goal!

It’s not too late to visit the City View Center and get your nails done! The donation event continues through Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. each day.

Thanks to everyone who has already donated or participated, and thank you for helping to raise money and awareness for breast cancer.

50 Shades of Pink for Breast Cancer

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Cosmetology students put on nail polish.

Come get pink nail polish or pink hair tinsel for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Central Piedmont’s cosmetology and natural hair students are participating in the “50 Shades of Pink” campaign to help raise money for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation. Their goal is raise $500 through the month of October.

You can donate (cash, Venmo or Zelle) to the good cause and get your polish or hair tinsel at these locations and times:

  • City View Center, Tuesdays-Fridays, through Oct. 31, 8:30 a.m. – 1p.m.
  • Harris Campus (Harris I Lobby), Monday Oct. 16, 11 a.m. – 1p.m.

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Breast Cancer Walk at Levine, Oct. 4

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Breast Cancer AwarenessJoin the Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run: Stride for a Cause, in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 4
  • 12 – 1:30 p.m.
  • Levine Campus, outside at the Pond

Lace up your sneakers and join us for a meaningful and invigorating event as we stride for a cause at the Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run. Let’s unite in the fight against breast cancer and promote physical activity.

  • Walk or Run: Choose your pace and complete the route around the pond at the back of campus.
  • Wear Pink: Show your support by wearing pink attire or accessories.
  • Freebies: Receive a breast cancer awareness headband and wristband.