College of Applied & Natural Sciences: Run for Research
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Ruston, Louisiana
- Price $20.00 - $35.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the College of Applied & Natural Sciences: Run for Research on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the charming town of Ruston, Lincoln. This exciting event features a 5K Run/Walk that promises to be a day of fun, fitness, and community engagement.
Packet pickup will be available on Friday, October 23, from 4 PM to 6 PM at University Hall on the Louisiana Tech University campus, and again on race day from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM near the start line on Monroe St. Between W Texas Ave. and W Louisiana Ave. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, following the National Anthem and announcements at 7:45 AM. All participants will receive a finisher medal, with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as age group awards for various categories. Don't miss the chance to connect with student organizations and learn more about academic programs and community projects after the race. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this vibrant celebration of research and community spirit!
Packet pickup will be available on Friday, October 23, from 4 PM to 6 PM at University Hall on the Louisiana Tech University campus, and again on race day from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM near the start line on Monroe St. Between W Texas Ave. and W Louisiana Ave. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, following the National Anthem and announcements at 7:45 AM. All participants will receive a finisher medal, with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as age group awards for various categories. Don't miss the chance to connect with student organizations and learn more about academic programs and community projects after the race. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this vibrant celebration of research and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
PACKET PICK UP
Packet pickup will take place on Friday, October 23, from 46 p.m. at University Hall on Louisiana Tech University's campus and Saturday October 24, from 6:30-7:30am near the start line on Monroe St. between W Texas Ave. and W Louisiana Ave.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 6:30-7:30AM- Packet pickup and race day registration opens
* 7:30 AM- Packet pickup and race day registration closes
* 7:45 AM - Announcements & National Anthem
* 8:00 AM- 5K Run/Walk begin with awards to follow
Stick around after the run to visit with our student organizations and learn more about our academic programs, research, and community projects.
AWARDS
All finishers will receive a finisher medal.
Age group awards for the 5k:
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded for overall male and female
* Male & female 1st place in age groups will be awarded as follows: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Packet pickup will take place on Friday, October 23, from 46 p.m. at University Hall on Louisiana Tech University's campus and Saturday October 24, from 6:30-7:30am near the start line on Monroe St. between W Texas Ave. and W Louisiana Ave.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 6:30-7:30AM- Packet pickup and race day registration opens
* 7:30 AM- Packet pickup and race day registration closes
* 7:45 AM - Announcements & National Anthem
* 8:00 AM- 5K Run/Walk begin with awards to follow
Stick around after the run to visit with our student organizations and learn more about our academic programs, research, and community projects.
AWARDS
All finishers will receive a finisher medal.
Age group awards for the 5k:
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded for overall male and female
* Male & female 1st place in age groups will be awarded as follows: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$35.00
CLOSED -
Supporter/T-Shirt Only (Not Running or Walking)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$20.00
CLOSED -
Virtual 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
$35.00
CLOSEDVirtual Event participants are welcome to run any day, anytime, at the location of their choice! Your registration includes a digital bib, event shirt, finisher medal, and shipping for your packet. Your packet will be mailed to you and will ship out the week after the race. You can upload your times starting the day of the event on the results page.
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