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Race for a Reason 2026

By Student Philanthropy Org.

This 1-mile or 3-mile run/walk around Indiana State University's campus will raise awareness and funds for the Campus Counseling Center.

This 1-mile or 3-mile run/walk around Indiana State University's campus will raise awareness and funds for the Campus Counseling Center. Student Philanthropy Org. This event is organized by the Student Philanthropy Organization (SPO) at Indiana State University. Our initiatives on campus include giving back through donations, time, and support to the students and community at Indiana State University. We focus on creating a culture of philanthropy by encouraging students to get involved in events that support the university and its community. It is all about making a positive impact and fostering a spirit of generosity and connection! Support for this race will be utilized by the Indiana State University Counseling Center and will help fund different needs for the students on Indiana State's campus. This center provides students at Indiana State with confidential counseling, guidance, and various wellness resources to help them adapt to college life. Their initiatives are to help students on campus thrive in their academic, personal, and social lives. This center is not just for crisis counseling but also to help students adjust to college life here at Indiana State. The Counseling Center offers one-on-one sessions and group support for everyone on campus. Proceeds from this race will help to relieve the cost of some therapy sessions for students at Indiana State. There will be prizes for the top 3 finishers for the 1-mile race and the 3-mile race. Race Details: Friday, November 6, 2026 Race Check-In: Begins at 12:30 p.m. ETSpeaker Remarks: 1:45 p.m. ETRace Start Time: 2:00 p.m. ETDistance: 1-Mile or 3-Mile Walk/RunLocation: The Indiana State University FountainCost: $10 for ISU Students, $25 for Faculty/Staff/Community Members, $50 for groups of 6, and $100 for groups of 12 If you would like to register a group and do not want to pay via credit card, or if you have any additional questions about the event, please contact Courtney Shostrand at cshostrand@sycamores.indstate.edu.

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