LaGuardia Encourages Community to Participate in Third Annual 5k Run on October 20

LONG ISLAND CITY, NY— (September 18, 2024) – LaGuardia Community College/CUNY is offering students, faculty, staff and the community an opportunity race toward the finish line in the third annual LaGuardia Community 5K Run on Sunday, October 20.

The college invites runners and walkers of all levels to participate. The race begins at 9 a.m., at 47th Avenue and 29th Street, in Long Island City. Event details are available online including a route map and amenities offered during the race. Registration is open to participants ages 7 and older. Walkers and runners can pick up their bibs at 8 a.m. on race day.

This year, proceeds from the 5K will support the Community Health and Wellness Department, a new department at LaGuardia Community College that aims to help prepare students for roles in the workforce that maintain and enhance the health and wellness of New York communities.

“Our new academic department is an example of how we continue to enhance our academic offerings to meet the interests of students and the demands of today’s evolving job market,” said Kenneth Adams, President of LaGuardia Community College. “We look forward to celebrating with our community and building awareness of the importance of physical and mental well-being for everyone.”

This year’s principal sponsor is Boyce Technologies, Inc., located in Long Island City, Queens.

LaGuardia’s Red Hawk mascot offers Helpful Training Tips and a LaGuardia Couch to 5K Plan is also available for interested participants who want to train for the race.

Community organizations and businesses are invited to register in advance for FREE to host a table at the Activities Plaza during the race. To reserve a space for tabling, send an email to: LaGuardiaRun@lagcc.cuny.edu or call (718) 730-7739. Hosting a table offers an opportunity to promote your organization or business, share giveaways, and engage with members of the Long Island City community.

The top three male and female finishers overall will receive medals along with the top three finishers in the following age categories: 20 & under, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51+. Digital certificates and photos will be available to all participants upon completion on the EliteFeats website.

Children under the age of 6 are not permitted in the race but are welcome to enjoy the activities plaza (accompanied by a parent or guardian). Strollers, bicycles, scooters, skateboards, and pets are not permitted.

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LaGuardia Community College (LAGCC), a Hispanic-Serving Institution, located in Long Island City, Queens offers more than 50 associate degrees and academic certificates, and more than 65 continuing education programs to prepare New Yorkers for transfer to senior colleges and rewarding jobs and careers. An institution of the City University of New York (CUNY), the College reflects the legacy of our namesake, Fiorello H. LaGuardia, the former NYC mayor beloved for his advocacy of the underserved. Since 1971, LaGuardia’s academic programs and support services have advanced the socioeconomic mobility of students from Queens, NYC and beyond.

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