Race into Finals 5k at KSU

2026 10th Annual Race Into Finals at Kent State University is Saturday, May 2! 5K & 1-Mile Run/Walk🏃‍♀️ Sprint towards summer and join this fun, community race! Funds raised benefit the College of Nursing Student Emergency Fund. 🏃‍♂️ 📅 Date: Saturday May 2, 2026 🏃 1 Mile Fun Run: 8:30 AM 🏃‍♀️ 5K Race: 9:00 AM 📍 Location: Kent State University🚗 Parking: Free parking is available at Henderson Hall R8 lot and C Science Lots.⚠️ Please note: R8 lot access will be closed from 8:30 AM – 9:05 AM during the race. What’s Included?✔️ Race timing✔️ Post-race snacks✔️ Exclusive soft T-shirt (Register by April 23 to guarantee yours!) Registration Fees:💰 5K: $30 (Students get $10 off with code "Student")💰 1 Mile: $15💰 Bring 2 friends! Refer two people and get a $5 refund! Fun Awards & Prizes! 🏆 Top finishers, male and female, overall, and age groups 🏆 "Middle of the Pack" Finisher 🏆 "School Your Professor" Challenge 🏆 Win Tickets to an Akron RubberDucks game! Packet Pickup:📦 Race Day: Starting at 7:30 AM📦 Early Pickup (optional): Friday afternoon before race- 3pm-5pm Henderson Hall Registration Deadlines:🖥️ Online Registration Closes: April 30📝 Day-of Registration: Available until 8:15 AM (cash or check only) $35 for 5 K, and $20 for 1 mile. Not a Runner? No Problem!💙 Donate: Support the cause with a tax-deductible donation! Make a Contribution Here 💙 Volunteer: Sign up to help along the race route & cheer on participants! 💙Sponsorship Become a corporate sponsor or donor and make a meaningful impact!