27th Annual Mizzou DPT 5K: Run/Walk for Life

  • Date Sat 18th October 2025
  • Time 9:00AM CDT
  • Location Columbia, Missouri
  • Price $22.20
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the 27th Annual Mizzou DPT 5K: Run/Walk for Life on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in beautiful Columbia, Boone! This uplifting event kicks off at 9:00 AM, with participants encouraged to arrive by 8:30 AM for check-in and race instructions. The 5K run/walk, which honors the lives of two cherished Mizzou DPT students, Christopher Griffith and Stacey Bragg, is not just a race; it's a celebration of community, kindness, and the spirit of physical therapy.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, everyone is welcome to participate in this heartwarming event. Enjoy a scenic course along the MKT Trail, starting and ending at the MKT Plaza. Don’t miss out on the fun post-race festivities, including food and camaraderie! Register online by October 6th to ensure you receive a commemorative t-shirt, and if you can’t join in person, consider making a donation to support the Student Physical Therapy Organization. Mark your calendars for this inspiring day dedicated to honoring lives and fostering community spirit!

Organiser's Description

The 27th Annual Run for Life 5K will take place on October 18th at 9:00 AM! All participants are asked to arrive by 8:30 AM for check-in and race instructions! After the race, stick around for food and fun!

ABOUT THE EVENT:

The main purposes of this annual event are:

To Honor the Lives of Two Beloved Mizzou DPT Students:

Christopher Griffith, a compassionate home health therapist, passed away shortly after graduation.
Stacey Bragg, a member of the Class of 1997, tragically passed away while enrolled in the program.
Both are remembered for their kindness, warmth, and dedication to the physical therapy profession.

To Raise Funds for SPTO (Student Physical Therapy Organization):

PROCEEDS FROM THE RACE SUPPORT:

Student participation in local and national PT conferences.
Service-oriented activities within the community.
Administrative needs of SPTO.

Open to students, alumni, families, and the public! Walkers and runners welcome!

T-SHIRTS:

Shirt pickup will be available on October 17th from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Clark Hall (701 S. Providence Rd), or on race day, October 18th, from 8:00 to 8:45 AM.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to register online by Monday, October 6th to guarantee a t-shirt for race week. After this date, you can still register at a discounted rate, but t-shirts will no longer be included.

DONATIONS:

Cant join us in person for the Run/Walk? No problem! You can still make an impact by clicking the Donate tab at the top of the page and supporting MU Physical Therapy in your own meaningful way.

COURSE:

Check-in will be located at Clark Hall next to the playground at 701 S. Providence Rd. The event will take place on the MKT Trail, starting and ending at the MKT Plaza located at 501 S. Providence Rd. The course will follow a loop, turning around at the MU Rec/Hinkson Creek trailhead. A hydration station will be available along the route and at the start/finish area.

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  • 27th Annual Mizzou DPT 5K: Run/Walk for Life

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)

    $22.20

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701 S. Providence Rd, Columbia, 65203, MO, United States

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