7th Annual HBCU STEM Education Run

  • Date Thu 1st April 2027 - Fri 30th April 2027
  • Time 8:30AM CDT
  • Location Huntsville, Alabama
  • Price $38.10 - $421.00
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 7th Annual HBCU STEM Education Run, happening from April 1 to April 30, 2027, in Huntsville, Madison! This exciting virtual event promotes fitness while raising funds and awareness for STEM education initiatives at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Participants can choose to complete a signature 5K run, which supports the mission to "Educate, Empower, and Elevate HBCU STEM Students through Scholarships and Career Resources."

Join us for a vibrant gathering, whether you choose to participate virtually or join us on-site in Huntsville, Alabama. The event kicks off with packet pickup at 7:30 AM, followed by a welcoming program and guided warm-up at 8:00 AM. The race starts at 8:30 AM, and we’ll celebrate our participants with an award ceremony and scholarship presentation at 9:45 AM. Don’t miss out on the commemorative finisher medal for all participants and the chance to make a difference in the lives of aspiring STEM students. Strollers are welcome, so bring the whole family to this uplifting event!

Organiser's Description

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are an oasis of cultural significance, both past and present, and are leading sources for black graduates. However, the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) are still lacking proper representation of minority groups, including women. The HBCU STEM Education Run (STEMER) is a virtual run that strives to raise funds and awareness through fitness. Each year, funds are dedicated to an HBCU. Our signature 5K supports our mission to "Educate, Empower, and Elevate HBCU STEM Students through Scholarships and Career Resources".



Race alone, with a friend, or with a team. Whether you are an HBCU alum/student, STEM graduate, or just passionate about education, this run is for you! Come join us VIRTUALLY OR IN HUNTSVILLE, AL to support STEM education at these crucial institutions.

** USATF CERTIFIED COURSE **

SCHEDULE:

7:30 AM: Onsite Packet Pickup (Please note onsite REGISTRATION ends exactly at 8:15 AM)

8:00 AM: Pre-race Welcome Program with Guided Warm up by the YMCA

8:30 AM: Race Start

9:45 AM (tentatively): Award Ceremony and Scholarship Presentation

Commemorative Finisher Medal - STARTING IN 2027!! ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL WITH THEIR EVENT REGISTRATION

Strollers welcome



Driving distance from:

Birmingham: 102 miles
Chattanooga: 102 miles
Nashville: 110 miles
Atlanta: 180 miles
Memphis: 212 miles
Knoxville: 218 miles

Races

  • 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Giveaway Packet

    Sun 18th April 2027 (8:30AM CDT)

    $38.10

    Oakwood University Huntsville, AL @ 8:30 AM CST (Race Start) Get the whole family involved with this shorter, kid-friendly option! REGISTRATION INCLUDES: - Swag bag w/ raffle ticket - Runner's Bib to wear during the event - Commemorative Finisher Medal - Create/Join a team of friends and family - Easy to use fundraising page to help raise funds
  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Giveaway Packet

    Sun 18th April 2027 (8:30AM CDT)

    $48.70

    Oakwood University Huntsville, AL @ 8:30 AM CST (Race Start) REGISTRATION INCLUDES: - Official Premium Tech T-shirt - Commemorative Finisher Medal - 6 Week Training Program (Hosted by Rocket City Runners) - Swag Bag w/ raffle ticket - Runner's Bib to wear during the event - Discounts at the Space and Rocket Center, Downtown YMCA, and Honest Coffee - Create/Join a team of friends and family - Easy to use fundraising page to help raise funds
  • Virtual 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Giveaway Packet

    $48.70

    This registration option is VIRTUAL ONLY. Registrants will complete their run/walk on their own course between April 1-30 and report virtual results. REGISTRATION INCLUDES: - Shipping to address provided - Official Premium Tech T-shirt - Commemorative Finisher Medal - 6 Week Training Program (Virtual) - Digital Runner's Bib - Create/Join a team of friends and family - Easy to use fundraising page to help raise funds
  • Virtual Half Marathon Run/Walk

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & Giveaway Packet

    $64.60

    This registration option is VIRTUAL ONLY. Registrants will complete their run/walk on their own course between April 1-30 and report virtual results. REGISTRATION INCLUDES: - Shipping to address provided - Official Premium Tech T-shirt - Commemorative Finisher Medal - 6 Week Training Program (Virtual) - Digital Runner's Bib - Create/Join a team of friends and family - Easy to use fundraising page to help raise funds
  • 5K Run/ Walk (Team of 10)

    Incl. $21.00 Fee & Giveaway Packet

    Sun 18th April 2027 (8:30AM CDT)

    $421.00

    Save when you purchase a team of 10! Afterwards a code will be shared to redeem the remaining 9 free entries. Oakwood University Huntsville, AL @ 8:30 AM CST (Race Start) REGISTRATION INCLUDES: - Official Premium Tech T-shirt - Team Headbands - Commemorative Finisher Medal - 6 Week Training Program (Hosted by Rocket City Runners) - Swag Bag w/ raffle ticket - Runner's Bib to wear during the event - Discounts at the Space and Rocket Center, Downtown YMCA, and Honest Coffee - Create/Join a team of friends and family - Easy to use fundraising page to help raise funds

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Location

Oakwood University Campus Drive NW, Huntsville, 35801, AL, United States

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