Wildcat Run to raise money for Salina area United Way

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Wednesday, September 7, 2005

WILDCAT RUN TO RAISE MONEY FOR SALINA AREA UNITED WAY

MANHATTAN -- The eighth annual Wildcat Run, sponsored by the Kansas State University at Salina Student Governing Association, will be Saturday, Sept. 24. Proceeds from the event benefit the Salina Area United Way.

"The Wildcat Run is a tradition for our students and campus to make a difference in the local community," said Shana Meyer, assistant director of college advancement for student life. "It's a great chance for K-Staters – and any athletes – to support the local community."

The event includes a five-kilometer run and a two-mile walk. Registration is $12 per person in advance, or $15 on the day of the race. Each participant will receive a T-shirt and race number, donated by the governing association. All proceeds from the event will be given to the United Way, and additional donations are accepted.

The race route will be downtown, with registration at 7 a.m. at Fifth and Ash streets, west of the post office. The race begins at 8 a.m. Awards will be presented to top male and female participants, according to age bracket. In case of inclement weather, the race time or date may be delayed; any such decision will be announced on KSAL radio, 1150 AM.

For more information, or to request a reservation form, contact Meyer at 785-826-2610, call the K-State at Salina Student Governing Association community service chair at 785-826-2621 or go to http://www.sal.k-state.edu