5th Annual DPT 5K Run/Walk

Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009 - 9:00am - 9:00 am
Contact: dukedpt5k2009@gmail.com
Sponsor: GPSC, Duke Medicine Dept of PT/OT, Duke School of Medicine, Duke Personal Training, Duke University Stores
Where: Duke Campus: Corner of Frank Bassett and Science Drive
Why: The Duke Doctor of Physical Therapy program is hosting the fifth annual 5K run/walk at 10:00 am on Saturday October 10th, 2009.  The race benefits Easter Seals, United Cerebral Palsy of North Carolina, which provides direct physical therapy services for children and adults with disabilities. In addition, the race aims to raise awareness about physical therapy and promote fitness in the community.  The race also features a 0.1 mile Kids Fun Run, which will be directly before the 5K at 9:00 am. The 5K course is USATF certified and is an out and back course through Duke's west campus.  Post-race festivities include door prizes, raffles, and free therapeutic massages from PT students! The race is sponsored by Duke Medicine Department of PT/OT, Duke University School of Medicine, Duke University Stores, Duke Personal Training, and Graduate and Professional Student Council. You can register online for $15 at Active.com, keyword Duke DPT 5K up through 9/25, or on race day.  Hope to see you there!