Sigma Delta Tau will host their second annual XY Factor to raise money for Jewish Women International on Nov. 6 in the Don Taft University Center Pit from 7-9 p.m.
Jewish Women International is one of Sigma Delta Tau’s national philanthropies. According to their website, the philanthropy’s goal is to work to end domestic violence and empower women and young girls.
The XY Factor is designed to be similar to the game “Minute to Win it,” in which men and women will compete against each other in challenges. Contestants will consist of Greeks, athletes and students from different organizations across campus.
Jenna Klingsick, sophomore marine biology major and philanthropy chair of Sigma Delta Tau, said the sorority wants to get as many people to come to the event as possible to help surpass their fundraising goal.
Last year, the sorority raised approximately $3,000, and they hope to raise more this year.
Klingsick the events allow students and guests to have fun while raising money for a good cause.
Klingsick said, “We really want a lot of people to come support us and the contestants. By coming to the event, they can learn more about Jewish Women International and they can donate for the cause.”
In addition to the event, the sorority will host a pre-battle flag football game on Thursday Nov. 5 at 5 p.m. on the intramural fields. Klingsick hopes this will get students to come out and get excited for the XY Factor competition the next day.
Katlyn Magnotta, sophomore biology major and Sigma Delta Tau’s director of new member education, said, “[The flag football game is] mainly to get excited for the event, but in addition to that, this is about JWI, which stands for empowering women and fighting against domestic violence. It’s a way for women to stand up against men and show they are equal. They can play and beat the guys at football.”
Sigma Delta Tau hopes to expand their event throughout the week. They are encouraging contestants and their friends to have a cookout before or after the football game for students to hang out and mingle.
Magnotta said they’re promoting social activity to encourage Panhellenic (PC) and Interfraternity Council (IFC) unity and a friendlier campus.
Students may come to the event for free or purchase a $10 VIP ticket ahead of time. The VIP ticket includes food and a front row seat for the competition.
Besides purchasing VIP tickets, supporters will be able to donate money during the event by purchasing food or T-shirts, or donate to a team’s bucket as they are competing. During the event, contestants can be placed into a “penalty box” for breaking the rules, and the audience must donate money so they can compete again. The winner will be determined by who receives the most points and who raised the most money in their buckets.
The audience may also go to the event’s GoFundMe page to donate during the event with their credit cards.
To learn more about Jewish Women International, visit jwi.org. For more information or to purchase tickets or become a contestant at the XY Factor, contact Klingsick at sdtcommunications@gmail.com.
