Wildcats to the Rescue Fun 5K
Join the University of Arizona Faculty Fellows, Student Affairs & Enrollment Management and Academic Initiatives & Student Success (SAEM/AISS) to unmask your inner superhero to raise funds for the Arizona Assurance Program at the third annual Wildcats to the Rescue Fun 5K.
Over the last two years, SAEM/AISS hosted two 5K fun runs sponsored by the Faculty Fellows group and raised around $5,000 in 2016 for a local Tucson family whose son was diagnosed with leukemia as well as Banner Health's Diamond Children's Child Life Team in 2017. Each of these events has been a huge success with over 300 superheroes in attendance. This year, the funds raised will directly benefit the Arizona Assurance Program in Academic Success and Achievement to give back to low-income, Arizona residents and serve students at the University of Arizona.
Check-in, raffle and cape sales begin at 3 p.m. The race will begin 4.
The event is free to participate, but a tax-deductible donation of $10 or more per participant is suggested.
Other event details:
- The event is superhero themed, so bring your sidekick and come dressed in all the spandex you wish.
- Pre-registered attendees get two raffle tickets upon arrival.
- First 250 heroes to check in will receive a free superhero mask.
- The course is five laps around Old Main and down to Cherry Avenue. After each lap, you will receive a sticker on your bib (provided at check-in).
- Water and light snacks will be provided.
- Bring cash for superhero accessories.
- Raffle prizes available to win: $1 per ticket or $5 for 6 tickets. Raffle prize giveaway will begin at 5 p.m., and you must be present to win.