Posted on Mar 27, 2008

Marty O'Brion '06 and Noelle Beach ’05 will be part of a caravan of BMWs travelling across country this year to raise money for breast cancer research.

Marty O'Brion in Birmingham, Alabama next to one of the BMW cars used in last years fleet. The car has over 40,000 signatures from last years participants.

Beach and O'Brion, who is also a young alumni volunteer, are part of the BMW Ultimate Drive to support Susan G. Komen for Cure, a foundation that advances breast cancer research. For every mile driven, BMW will donate $1 to support research leading to a cure, with an overall goal of $1 million.

"Being a Union volunteer has helped me in my role with BMW by fueling my driving passion to get up everyday and work towards an overall goal, whether it be raising funds to support cancer research or a college endowment," O'Brion said. 

As Union students, O'Brion and Beach were involved in community service projects including a service trip to New Orleans aiding Hurricane Katrina victims and marketing efforts for Union’s yearly fundraiser fashion show.

Noelle Beach '05, a fleet manager for the events, has been involved with the Ultimate Drive since 2006.

The BMW Ultimate Drive began in the southern states in February and is moving north throughout the year. At each of the roughly 200 tiur stops, BMW will honor people who have made outstanding personal efforts in the fight against breast cancer.

Check the BMW Web site for more details: http://www.bmwusa.com/theultimatedrive.