“Bears Backing Haiti: 50 in 50” was conducted for 50 hours to aid Springfield-based Convoy of Hope in its disaster relief of Haiti following the devastating earthquake on Jan. 12.

“Students really geared up for this; it definitely supports our public affairs mission as well as reflects the caring and concern of our University community,” said Dr. Earle Doman, vice president for student affairs. “Having this effort student-initiated and led is a real plus for many reasons.”