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

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) $40 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!