5 Ways Lauren Hill Taught Us We Shouldn’t Fight Cancer Alone

Mount St. Joseph University freshman Lauren Hill passed away on Friday after a long bout with terminal brain cancer. Although Lauren’s life here has ended, this is not where her story comes to a close. Here are five ways Hill changed the game and banded together an army against cancer.

5 Ways Lauren Hill Taught Us We Shouldn’t Fight Cancer Alone

Mount St. Joseph University freshman Lauren Hill passed away on Friday after a long bout with terminal brain cancer. Although Lauren’s life here has ended, this is not where her story comes to a close. Here are five ways Hill changed the game and banded together an army against cancer.

5. Hill Has Raised Over $1 Million Toward Pediatric Cancer Research

Most of this money was raised through just one telethon. See what happens when we come together? This isn’t just awareness, this is research funding. Cancer is a team sport and few have ever rallied the troops quite like Hill.

5. Hill Has Raised Over $1 Million Toward Pediatric Cancer Research

Most of this money was raised through just one telethon. See what happens when we come together? This isn’t just awareness, this is research funding. Cancer is a team sport and few have ever rallied the troops quite like Hill.

4. Hill Played In Four Games After Diagnosis, Refused To Back Down

The NCAA helped Hill out by moving up Mount St. Joseph’s season, and Hill took it from there. Not only did the freshman Lion get some playing time, Hill scored 10 points as well.

4. Hill Played In Four Games After Diagnosis, Refused To Back Down

The NCAA helped Hill out by moving up Mount St. Joseph’s season, and Hill took it from there. Not only did the freshman Lion get some playing time, Hill scored 10 points as well.

3. Wheaties Cereal Honored Hill With Cover Picture

Hill is a hero to us all, and not only did General Mills recognize this by placing Hill on a Wheaties box, they also delivered crucial recognition to a broad audience of consumers.

3. Wheaties Cereal Honored Hill With Cover Picture

Hill is a hero to us all, and not only did General Mills recognize this by placing Hill on a Wheaties box, they also delivered crucial recognition to a broad audience of consumers.

2. Hill Received An Honorary Doctorate From Mount St. Joseph University

It’s not just a piece of paper put on a plaque; it’s a high-honor to a well-deserved recipient. Every award Hill received kept reminding us of the battle and showed us how hard she was fighting, every day, from whistle to whistle and beyond.

2. Hill Received An Honorary Doctorate From Mount St. Joseph University

It’s not just a piece of paper put on a plaque; it’s a high-honor to a well-deserved recipient. Every award Hill received kept reminding us of the battle and showed us how hard she was fighting, every day, from whistle to whistle and beyond.

1. Hill Earned The Pat Summitt Courage Award

To be mentioned in the same sentence as Pat Summitt is the pinnacle of heroism. Hill fought cancer hard and this recognition is something we should never forget. It’s a tangible reminder to keep donating, continue to raise awareness and support the cause in any way we can — as a team.

1. Hill Earned The Pat Summitt Courage Award

To be mentioned in the same sentence as Pat Summitt is the pinnacle of heroism. Hill fought cancer hard and this recognition is something we should never forget. It’s a tangible reminder to keep donating, continue to raise awareness and support the cause in any way we can — as a team.