College of Applied & Natural Sciences: Run for Research
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Ruston, Louisiana
- Price $20.00 - $25.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating College of Applied & Natural Sciences: Run for Research, taking place on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, at Louisiana Tech University! This spirited 5K run is part of Louisiana Tech's vibrant homecoming weekend, offering participants a unique opportunity to support innovative student research and transformative educational experiences. Whether you're a seasoned runner or simply walking in support, your involvement will help empower the next generation of scientists and innovators.
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, following a morning of packet pickup and registration, and will take you on a scenic route through the Louisiana Tech campus. All finishers will receive a medal, and there will be exciting age group awards for both male and female participants across various categories. After the run, be sure to stick around to engage with student organizations and discover more about the university's academic programs and community projects. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while celebrating the spirit of education and research—join us and contribute to a brighter future!
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, following a morning of packet pickup and registration, and will take you on a scenic route through the Louisiana Tech campus. All finishers will receive a medal, and there will be exciting age group awards for both male and female participants across various categories. After the run, be sure to stick around to engage with student organizations and discover more about the university's academic programs and community projects. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while celebrating the spirit of education and research—join us and contribute to a brighter future!
Organiser's Description
LOUISIANA TECH HOMECOMING 5K RUN: EMPOWERING STUDENT RESEARCH AND LEARNING
Join us for an exciting 5K run during Louisiana Tech's homecoming weekend and help support groundbreaking research and transformative educational experiences for students in the College of Applied and Natural Sciences! Your participation helps to support innovative student research initiatives, contribute to service-learning programs and celebrate what it means to have a Louisiana Tech educational experience.
Whether you're a seasoned runner, walking in support of student success, or just want a t-shirt, your participation matters. Together, we can empower the next generation of scientists, researchers, and innovators.
COURSE
The course will run through and around Louisiana Tech campus.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00AM- Packet pickup and race day registration opens
7:45 AM- Packet pickup and race day registration closes
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 and age groups for males and females as follows: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,50-59, 60-69, 70+.
RACE SPONSORSHIP
We are seeking sponsors who believe, as we do, that education is most powerful when it connects knowledge to real-world impact. Through five academic units, 12 undergraduate programs, seven graduate programs, and countless interdisciplinary collaborations across campus, the region, and the nation, CANS empowers students and faculty to tackle todays enduring and emerging local and global challenges. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor contact Penny Humphries.
Join us for an exciting 5K run during Louisiana Tech's homecoming weekend and help support groundbreaking research and transformative educational experiences for students in the College of Applied and Natural Sciences! Your participation helps to support innovative student research initiatives, contribute to service-learning programs and celebrate what it means to have a Louisiana Tech educational experience.
Whether you're a seasoned runner, walking in support of student success, or just want a t-shirt, your participation matters. Together, we can empower the next generation of scientists, researchers, and innovators.
COURSE
The course will run through and around Louisiana Tech campus.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00AM- Packet pickup and race day registration opens
7:45 AM- Packet pickup and race day registration closes
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 and age groups for males and females as follows: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,50-59, 60-69, 70+.
RACE SPONSORSHIP
We are seeking sponsors who believe, as we do, that education is most powerful when it connects knowledge to real-world impact. Through five academic units, 12 undergraduate programs, seven graduate programs, and countless interdisciplinary collaborations across campus, the region, and the nation, CANS empowers students and faculty to tackle todays enduring and emerging local and global challenges. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor contact Penny Humphries.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$25.00
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Supporter/T-Shirt Only (Not Running or Walking)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$20.00
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Virtual 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
$25.00
Virtual 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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Location
Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, 71272, LA, United States
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