Spring Fun Run on Sunday, April 14

Kent State University at Stark will host a Spring Fun Run, an Adult 5K and a Kids’ ¼ Mile Fun Run, on Sunday, April 14, 2013. The events will be held on Kent State Stark’s beautiful, 200-acre campus, 6000 Frank Avenue NW in Jackson Township. Registration for both events will take place from 7:30 – 8:15 a.m. on April 14. Registrants will receive a free t-shirt and water bottle, while supplies last.
 
The Kids’ Fun Run will begin at 8:30 a.m. The registration fee is $10 per person, in addition to the donation of one new or gently used children’s book to benefit the Stark County Community Action Agency Head Start. Payment is only accepted by cash or check (payable to Kent State University).
 
The Adult 5K race will begin at 9 a.m. The registration fee is $20 per person, in addition to the donation of one new or gently used children’s book to benefit the Stark County Community Action Agency Head Start. Payment is only accepted by cash or check (payable to Kent State University). Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female overall runners, as well as those who win in the age categories.
 
Registration fees may be paid on the day of the event, dropped off at the Kent State Stark Recreation & Wellness Center or mailed to: Stacie Humm, Kent State University at Stark, 6000 Frank Avenue NW, North Canton, OH 44720.
 
For more information, visit www.stark.kent.edu/student/fitness/events/fun-run.cfm or contact Stacie Humm at 330-244-3390 or shumm2@kent.edu.