Run for Women
- Date Sun 24th August 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Erie, Pennsylvania
- Price $10.00 - $20.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant and empowering Run for Women event on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Penn State Behrend in Erie! This exciting 5K Run/Walk, kicking off at 8:00 a.m., invites participants of all fitness levels to engage in a supportive atmosphere while celebrating women’s strength and community. Covering a scenic 3.1 miles, the course starts and finishes at the Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center, winding through the picturesque Knowledge Park on closed roads.
Whether you're an experienced runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll, the Run for Women offers a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and connect with others. Plus, all participants can look forward to the delightful post-race celebration featuring Penn State's famous Berkey Creamery Ice Cream! Gather your friends, family, and colleagues for a day filled with fun, fitness, and camaraderie, all while supporting a cause that promotes women and allies of women. Don’t miss out on this chance to make lasting memories—register now and be part of this uplifting event!
Whether you're an experienced runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll, the Run for Women offers a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and connect with others. Plus, all participants can look forward to the delightful post-race celebration featuring Penn State's famous Berkey Creamery Ice Cream! Gather your friends, family, and colleagues for a day filled with fun, fitness, and camaraderie, all while supporting a cause that promotes women and allies of women. Don’t miss out on this chance to make lasting memories—register now and be part of this uplifting event!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR 3.1 MILES ON
SUNDAY., AUGUST 25, 2024 8 A.M.
5K Run/Walk for Women @ Penn State Behrend
Whether youre a seasoned athlete, a novice runner or a couch potato up for a challenge, the Womens Engagement Councils 5K Run/Walk for Women is a safe place to stretch your legs, find your wings and accomplish your personal fitness goals with the support and encouragement of women just like you. The Run for Women, a Penn State Behrend Womens Engagement Council event, gives women the rare opportunity to be the front runners and cross the finish line first. Regardless of your age or ability, we hope youll gather your friends, family, and colleagues to revel in the immense empowerment of a womens 5K! Note that participation in this event is open to all regardless of sex or gender.
SWEET REWARD
Need more incentive to toe the line at the Run for Women 5K at Penn State Behrend? How about Penn States world-famous Berkey Creamery Ice Cream at the post-race party. This sweet treat courtesy of Penn State Behrend Athletics Program will be the perfect way to cool down and refuel while you kick back and chill with all your new running friends.
DETAILS, DETAILS
Race date: SUN., AUG. 25, 2024
Time: 8:00 a.m. rain or shine
Location: Penn State Behrends Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center (AMIC), 5350 Technology Drive (top of Jordan Road).
Parking: Burke Parking Deck (Technology Drive), AMIC lot, Junker Center.
Please be sure your email address is correct to get parking maps, course maps, last minute race instructions, and a code for packet pickup!
RUN OR WALK
There will be no official walk division or walk awards, entrants may run, walk or do a little of both. Please note that those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, however the adult is not required to participate.
REGISTRATION/T-SHIRTS
The entry fee for the 5K is $25. This price includes a womens-fit race t-shirt (shirts run true to size, but if you like a little more room, order a size up). Students in grades K-college are $15 with a shirt. There is a $5 discount if you dont want a shirt. Register online at behrend.psu.edu/wec.
Day-of-race registration and packet pickup on race morning at AMIC from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Note: T-shirts will not be available for late/day-of-race entries. You must pre-register by 8/9/24 to get a shirt.
THE COURSE
The 3.1-mile course starts at Behrends Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center (AMIC) on Technology Drive, loops through Knowledge Park on closed roads, and returns to finish in front of the AMIC building.
THE RACE DIRECTOR
Heather Cass has been running and racing in the Erie area for nearly 25 years. She founded the Her Times Womens 5K, which she directed for 15 years at Presque Isle State Park.
TIMING/RESULTS
Timing by Big White Trailer Timing. Results will be posted shortly after the race. Awards (for women) will be distributed at an awards table when results are complete. Results will be posted at bigwhitetrailer.com
AWARDS
The top three women overall, top master, and the top three women in each of the following age groups will receive awards: 8 & under, 9-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-70, 70-74, 75+
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP
Early packet pickup will be held on FRIDAY, Aug. 23, from 4-6 p.m. at Penn State Behrends Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center (AMIC), 5350 Technology Drive (off Jordan Road) in Harborcreek. There will be signs posted. These are the only times youll be able to pick up at Behrend before race morning. You CAN pick up your packet on race day morning though!
*** Be sure your email address is correct when you sign up to get last minute race instructions and a code for packet pickup!
RACE PROCEEDS
Proceeds from this race will support Behrend students and programming that promotes women and allies of women.
DISABILITY SERVICES
Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Race Director Heather Cass at [email protected] or call 814-898-6419 at least two weeks prior to the start of the program to allow sufficient time to effectively meet your access needs.
KEEP IN TOUCH
Like RunForWomen5KatPSB on and PSBwomenscouncil on Facebook.
Learn more about the Womens Engagement Council at www.behrend.psu.edu/wec [https://www.behrend.psu.edu/wec]
SUNDAY., AUGUST 25, 2024 8 A.M.
5K Run/Walk for Women @ Penn State Behrend
Whether youre a seasoned athlete, a novice runner or a couch potato up for a challenge, the Womens Engagement Councils 5K Run/Walk for Women is a safe place to stretch your legs, find your wings and accomplish your personal fitness goals with the support and encouragement of women just like you. The Run for Women, a Penn State Behrend Womens Engagement Council event, gives women the rare opportunity to be the front runners and cross the finish line first. Regardless of your age or ability, we hope youll gather your friends, family, and colleagues to revel in the immense empowerment of a womens 5K! Note that participation in this event is open to all regardless of sex or gender.
SWEET REWARD
Need more incentive to toe the line at the Run for Women 5K at Penn State Behrend? How about Penn States world-famous Berkey Creamery Ice Cream at the post-race party. This sweet treat courtesy of Penn State Behrend Athletics Program will be the perfect way to cool down and refuel while you kick back and chill with all your new running friends.
DETAILS, DETAILS
Race date: SUN., AUG. 25, 2024
Time: 8:00 a.m. rain or shine
Location: Penn State Behrends Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center (AMIC), 5350 Technology Drive (top of Jordan Road).
Parking: Burke Parking Deck (Technology Drive), AMIC lot, Junker Center.
Please be sure your email address is correct to get parking maps, course maps, last minute race instructions, and a code for packet pickup!
RUN OR WALK
There will be no official walk division or walk awards, entrants may run, walk or do a little of both. Please note that those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, however the adult is not required to participate.
REGISTRATION/T-SHIRTS
The entry fee for the 5K is $25. This price includes a womens-fit race t-shirt (shirts run true to size, but if you like a little more room, order a size up). Students in grades K-college are $15 with a shirt. There is a $5 discount if you dont want a shirt. Register online at behrend.psu.edu/wec.
Day-of-race registration and packet pickup on race morning at AMIC from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Note: T-shirts will not be available for late/day-of-race entries. You must pre-register by 8/9/24 to get a shirt.
THE COURSE
The 3.1-mile course starts at Behrends Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center (AMIC) on Technology Drive, loops through Knowledge Park on closed roads, and returns to finish in front of the AMIC building.
THE RACE DIRECTOR
Heather Cass has been running and racing in the Erie area for nearly 25 years. She founded the Her Times Womens 5K, which she directed for 15 years at Presque Isle State Park.
TIMING/RESULTS
Timing by Big White Trailer Timing. Results will be posted shortly after the race. Awards (for women) will be distributed at an awards table when results are complete. Results will be posted at bigwhitetrailer.com
AWARDS
The top three women overall, top master, and the top three women in each of the following age groups will receive awards: 8 & under, 9-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-70, 70-74, 75+
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP
Early packet pickup will be held on FRIDAY, Aug. 23, from 4-6 p.m. at Penn State Behrends Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center (AMIC), 5350 Technology Drive (off Jordan Road) in Harborcreek. There will be signs posted. These are the only times youll be able to pick up at Behrend before race morning. You CAN pick up your packet on race day morning though!
*** Be sure your email address is correct when you sign up to get last minute race instructions and a code for packet pickup!
RACE PROCEEDS
Proceeds from this race will support Behrend students and programming that promotes women and allies of women.
DISABILITY SERVICES
Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Race Director Heather Cass at [email protected] or call 814-898-6419 at least two weeks prior to the start of the program to allow sufficient time to effectively meet your access needs.
KEEP IN TOUCH
Like RunForWomen5KatPSB on and PSBwomenscouncil on Facebook.
Learn more about the Womens Engagement Council at www.behrend.psu.edu/wec [https://www.behrend.psu.edu/wec]
Races
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5k Race
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 24th August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$20.00
OPENS SOONLollipop course in Technology Park - a scenic wooded area hosting the latest in technology companies. The top three women overall, top master, and the top three women in each of the following age groups will receive awards: 8 & under, 9-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-70, 70-74, 75+ -
5k Race (Students)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 24th August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$10.00
OPENS SOONScored with regular 5k - just different pricing. Lollipop course in Technology Park - a scenic wooded area hosting the latest in technology companies. The top three women overall, top master, and the top three women in each of the following age groups will receive awards: 8 & under, 9-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-70, 70-74, 75+
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