Pack Dash 5K

Pack Dash 2026 Running Club

Pack Dash 5K

Get in step with the newest addition to Alvernia's Homecoming and Family Weekend: the Pack Dash 5K. The race snakes through Alvernia's Hill Campus, offering a running tour of the university's gorgeous grounds. Questions? Contact Felicia Nelson at 610-568-1441 or felicia.nelson@alvernia.edu.

  • Sunday, Oct 10, 2027
  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Homecoming
  • 水果派, Student Center
  • Check back in mid-2027 for a registration link.
  • Sponsorship opportunities are available. Those interested should contact Felicia Nelson at felicia.nelson@alvernia.edu.

Proceeds from the Pack Dash will benefit the Hope Fund, a critical resource that assists students facing unexpected hardships, including food and housing insecurity, transportation challenges, and emergency medical expenses. The race will also support Clare's Cupboard, 水果派's campus pantry, which provides free non-perishable food items and personal care products to students in need.

Schedule of Events

  • 9:00AM: Check In
  • 9:45AM: Opening Remarks
  • 10:00AM: 5K Race Begins
  • 10:45AM: 1 Mile Race Begins

Race Benefits: Race T-shirt (only available for 5K participants), Race Swag Bag and Raffle Prizes (tickets available for purchase the day of the race).

Prizes and Contests

Top Male and Top Female times receives trophy. Top three times in each age category receive a medal:

  • 19 and under
  • 20-29
  • 30-39
  • 40-49
  • 50-59
  • 60-69
  • 70-79
  • 80 and above
Raffle Prizes
  • $2 for 1 ticket
  • $5 for 3 tickets
  • $10 for 10 tickets
  • $15 for 20 tickets

Clare's Cupboard Food Pantry Donations

We will be accepting donations for Alvernia's food pantry on the day of the race. If you bring donations you will receive extra raffle ticket. Please do not bring anything expired!

  • Protein or granola bars
  • Oatmeal cup or packets
  • Breakfast cereals
  • Microwavable instant cup meals (e.g., rice, pasta, ramen, mashed potatoes)
  • Fruit, pudding, and applesauce cups
  • Fruit snacks
  • Peanut butter or cheese sandwich crackers
  • Protein shakes
  • Bottled Water
  • Pretzels, Cheez-It-Crackers, popcorn, trail mix
  • Tuna salad and chicken salad snack kits
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Toiletries (e.g., soap, deodorant, razors, shampoo, toothbrushes, and toothpaste)
  • School supplies

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