UC Nursing 5K Run/Walk
Don't miss the first UC College of Nursing 5K run/walk, which will raise funds to support student-led belonging and inclusivity initiatives.
You can join other UC Nursing members and Professor Emerita Karen Bankston in person or complete your own 5K virtually, tracked by the ASICS Runkeeper app. Bring your friends, family and even your dog. Race or walk for fun or compete for fastest walker or runner in your gender and age group.
- In-person participants will meet at Procter Hall ahead of the 8:30 a.m. start.
- Virtual participants can walk wherever they choose and at any time between June 1 – 8, as long as they are done running/walking by 12 p.m. ET on June 8.
Following the race, in person participants will enjoy food and refreshments at the College of Nursing while the award winners are announced.
Registration Costs
| Early Bird* |
Regular Registration | |
|---|---|---|
| UC Student, faculty and staff (in person or virtual) | $20 | $25 |
| General Public (in person or virtual) | $30 | $35 |
*Early Bird registration closes on May 31 @11:59 p.m. ET
In person participants will receive an event t-shirt on the day of the event, virtual participants will receive an event t-shirt by mail.
Award Categories
- First male and female runners and walkers
- Top male and female runners and walkers in each of the following age groups:
- 30 & under
- 31 – 60
- 61 & over
FAQ
All funds raised by this event will be used to support student belonging and inclusivity initiatives. Event proceeds will be directed to student organizations through competitive grants up to $1,000 each to lead these initiatives.
Not at all! All are welcome to join.
Virtual participants can walk wherever they choose and at any time between June 1 – 8, as long as they are done walking/running by 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, June 8.
Once you register, you will receive a link to download the ASICS Runkeeper app and instructions to track your participation in the 5K.