FAQs
I'm ready! How Do I sign up for RUDM 2025?
Great, you can get started by navigating to the registration page and following the prompts to register as a Dancer (Participant).
How do I register?
Click here and choose your participant level.
Next choose Join a Team if there is a fraternity/sorority, residence hall, sports club, or student organization that you are affiliated with.
OR choose As an Individual if you do not have a team at the current time. If you do join a fraternity/sorority or student organization later, we can always add you to that team.
What is the deadline to register as a Dancer?
March 8, 2026 is the deadline to register as a Dancer.
What are the three Dancer levels?
The three Dancer levels are Silver, Scarlet and Comma Club. Check out each level’s perks and fundraising commitment.
When is my fundraising commitment due?
The fundraising commitment for Dancers is due on 3/22/2026. After the fundraising commitment is met, you’ll receive an email, confirming you as an official RUDM 2026 Dancer. You are also encouraged to keep fundraising, especially if you’d like to reach the next Dancer fundraising level!
My organization does not have a team? Can we form one?
Any registered university student organization can form a team! If you don’t already see your organization listed in the pull-down menu, email us at director.finance@rudm.org.
I’m not part of an organization. Is there a team for me?
We have a vibrant community of independent Dancers called Project FTK. We strive to foster this inclusive and fun community of like-minded students. Anyone can join to get started raising money and awareness For The Kids!
Can I change my team after I register?
Yes, you can change your team at any time either through the TeamRaiser interface or by emailing us at director.finance@rudm.org.
I’m not a great dancer! Do I really have to dance the whole time?
RUDM is not a dancing event! We stay on our feet for the entire event to show support in solidarity for the kids and families we support, and dancing is one of the ways we spend our time at the event! On DM day, there will be student organization performances, Athletic Pep Rally, the Line Dance, games, crafts, and so much more. How much you dance is entirely up to you!
I’ll be out of town on marathon day. Is there a way I can still help?
There are countless ways to help with the success of RUDM 2025. Start by following DM on Instagram. Next, you could donate to Embrace Kids Foundation, attend a DM Restaurant Promo Night, support a student organization DM fundraiser, buy some DM Merch, or support your favorite Dancers’s Venmo fundraiser.
What are Captains, and how do I apply to become one?
Captains are our dedicated community members that assist the Central Planning Team (Directors and Assistant Directors) throughout the year with event planning and execution. They are motivated students who are critical to the event’s success. We have info sessions for prospective Captains available throughout the month of September. You must attend an info session to receive a Captain application. Follow us on Instagram for dates, times and locations.
What are Event Staff, and how do I become one?
Event Staff are dedicated community members that sign-up to volunteer at RUDM on 4/18/2026. These volunteers assist with the various support tasks that keep DM running (production set-up, meal service, concession stand, snack bar, etc.). Register now! Event Staff is the first option, and the code to bypass the $1,000 fee is WeLoveDM2026.
You can reach us through our Instagram.
Please direct any additional questions to: director.finance@rudm.org.