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) $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!
5K: T-Shirt
1 Miles: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $30.00 | May 6 | Apr 30 |
| 1 Miles | $15.00 | Apr 28 | Apr 30 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 15 | 10:48 | 9:24 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 39 | 33:11 | 19:58 |
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