New 5K and 10K Course Start!

To improve race flow and participant safety, this year’s event will feature an updated race start configuration designed specifically to reduce congestion near the intersection of Grimes Way and Stadium Way. In previous years, participants exited the WSU VETMED parking lot, turned left onto Stadium Way, crossed Grimes Way, and continued along the sidewalk between Grimes Way and Wilson Road. This section of the course frequently became crowded at the beginning of the race, creating bottlenecks and limiting runners’ ability to spread out naturally.

For the 2026 race, the start route has been redesigned to create a smoother, more efficient start for all participants. Instead of turning left out of the WSU VETMED parking lot, runners and walkers will now turn right onto Grimes Way and proceed east toward Lincoln Drive. Participants will then turn left onto Lincoln Drive, continue to Wilson Road, and turn right onto Wilson Road to reconnect with the existing course. This revised route is expected to significantly reduce congestion early in both races, improve participant flow, and provide a safer and more comfortable start experience for everyone involved.

Register Together and Save!

Gather your friends, family members, coworkers, classmates, teammates, or community group and register as a team for the 2026 Lauren McCluskey Foundation Race for Campus Safety! Joining as a team is a meaningful way to show your shared commitment to campus safety and enjoy a memorable experience together.

Team registration creates an opportunity to strengthen connections, encourage one another, and make an even greater impact through collective participation. Whether your team is joining to have fun, honor the Lauren McCluskey Foundation, promote wellness, or compete for top recognition, registering together helps build a stronger sense of community and support around this important cause.

In addition to the excitement and camaraderie of race day, teams can also take advantage of special registration discounts:

• Registering as a group of 5 or more will discount $25 from the total group registration fee.

• Registering as a group of 10 or more will discount $50 from the total group registration fee.

Brooks Running Participant Shoe Giveaway Information!

Brooks Running is proud to partner with the Lauren McCluskey Foundation Race for Campus Safety by sponsoring an exciting series of weekly running shoe giveaways leading up to race day. As a special thank-you for joining and supporting this important cause, every participant who registers for the race will be automatically entered into a weekly prize drawing for a chance to win a free pair of Brooks Running shoes.

The giveaway will run for 8 consecutive weeks prior to the race, with one randomly selected winner announced each week. Participants do not need to complete any additional forms, applications, or social media actions to be eligible—registration for the race automatically qualifies them for all remaining weekly drawings.

Each winner will receive one pair of Brooks Running shoes in the size of their choice. Weekly winners will be announced on the Lauren McCluskey Foundation Instagram account, @lmcfoundation, and winners will also be contacted directly via email using the information provided during registration. At that time, winners will be asked to confirm their preferred shoe size and shipping details.

Sign-up to Volunteer!

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on your community while gaining valuable experience? Our campus safety initiative seeks over 100 dedicated volunteers to support this important mission. 

By volunteering, you will play a vital role in promoting awareness, engaging the community, and creating safer environments for students and families. Volunteers will have the chance to earn verified community service or volunteer hours while developing essential skills in teamwork, communication, leadership, and event support. 

This is also a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, build professional and personal connections, and contribute to a cause that truly makes a difference. We provide an easy way to track and document volunteer hours, making it simple for students, organizations, and professionals to participate. 

Whether you are a student seeking service opportunities, a professional looking to give back, or someone passionate about community safety and advocacy, your time and contributions will have a lasting impact. Every volunteer helps create a welcoming, organized, and successful experience for all attendees.