Run with GEAK5

Friday, April 21 – Sunday, April 23, 2023 Past event
10:00 AM CDT
Lawrence, Kansas
$25.00–$30.00 · 2 races
5km

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant and invigorating Run with GEAK5 event happening from April 21st to April 23rd, 2023, in the picturesque location of Lawrence, Douglas. This exciting fun run and walk, hosted by the Graduate Engineering Association at the University of Kansas, aims to promote better physical and mental health through the joy of running. The main race will take place on Sunday, April 23rd, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring various race distances that invite participants of all abilities to join in the fun.

Not only is GEAK5 a fantastic opportunity to get active and enjoy the outdoors, but it also supports a great cause! Proceeds from the event will go toward advancing GEA programming, including professional development and travel awards for graduate students. Participants can look forward to prizes for the top three finishers, and with registration fees set at just $15 for students and $25 for non-students, this is an event you won't want to miss! Be sure to register early to secure your shirt and take advantage of the lower pricing before it increases after March 10th. Come out, show your support, and experience the spirit of community at GEAK5!

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Races

  • KUGEAK5! - Spring 2023 - Students

    Virtual

    Includes T-Shirt and packet

    Friday, Apr 21, 2023

    $25.00

    Entries closed
  • KUGEAK5! - Spring 2023 - Non Students

    Virtual

    Includes T-Shirt

    Friday, Apr 21, 2023

    $30.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

The Graduate Engineering Association (GEA) at the University of Kansas is hosting GEAK5, a fun run/walk to promote better physical and mental health through running. GEAK5 is an event that will showcase our students, faculty, staff. All proceeds from this event will go towards advancing GEA programming which includes professional development events and travel awards for graduate students. As a result, GEAK5 will help KU show the world its high caliber students and research.

Race is on Sunday, April 28th from 9 a.m -12 p.m. Prizes will be given for first, second, and third place.

Students: $15

Non-Students: $25



Prices will increase after March 10th. Students pricing ($20) to all current students.

Shirts are guaranteed to those who register prior to March 9th. Sign-up during packet pick-up or on race day after midnight Wednesday, April 25th.

Location

KU West Campus, Lawrence, 66045, KS, United States

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