Students, alumni and community members looking to get active and possibly earn a prize can do so by participating in the ASUI 5K Spirit Sprint.The race will take place at 2 p.m., Sept. 22 at the Student Recreation Center, and is open to everyone. There is an entry fee of $5 per student, $10 for alumni and $15 for community members. The first 200 registered participants will receive a free T-shirt.
During the event, participants will be divided into three separate divisions. The divisions are residence hall, Greek house and athletic team. Prizes will be awarded to the divisions with the most representation at the event.
ASUI Recreation Board Chair Sarah Vetsmany said the race is intended to be an event focused on Vandal spirit.
“Essentially, it’s a spirit walk, so we’re going to have the cheerleaders and Joe Vandal out there, (and) kick off the week,” Vetsmany said. “Especially since it’s open to the community and the alumni, I think (there) is a big emphasis on ‘Oh, happy homecoming. Go Vandals.'”
Vetsmany said she estimates at least 250 people will attend the event.
“We’re expecting hopefully 250 minimum, but hopefully more,” Vetsmany said. “Last year was a pretty good turnout, it was around 200, and we know it’s getting bigger every year.”
Vetsmany said the race will start at the SRC and run through campus.
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