Race for Campus Safety - Pullman
Race Information
The 2026 Race for Campus Safety will be held on October 17th, 2026. Register early to take advantage of the early-bird rate for 2026! In 2025, we had over 1,000 participants come together as a community for our race and festival supporting awareness efforts for campus safety, and we can’t wait to see you there in 2026! Choose from 1K, 5K, or 10K routes, meet and greet with mascots, meet with a wide variety of organizations, eat great food, and create or join a team!
Honor Lauren McCluskey’s memory while contributing to creating safer campuses. Participate and register now for safety, unity, and community.
1K - Kids 12 and Under
1K - Over 12
New 5K and 10K Course Start
The Race for Campus Safety 5K and 10K events offer a longer-distance option for runners and walkers looking to engage more fully in the day’s activities. The 5K course follows a single loop through the eastern part of WSU’s campus, passing landmarks such as Ferdinand’s and the Bear Center, and includes a mix of flat sections and gentle inclines along paved roads, pathways, and a stretch of gravel on Animal Science Road. The 10K consists of two laps around the same 5K route, offering a greater challenge while maintaining the same scenic and well-supported environment. Both events are open to all experience levels and will be chip-timed, with volunteers stationed throughout to guide participants and ensure a safe, smooth race experience.
This year, we are modifying the start to avoid a choke point at Grimes Way and Stadium Way. Previously, runners exited the WSU VETMED parking lot, turning left on the sadewalk toward Stadium Way, then crossed Grimes Way and followed the sidewalk along Stadium Way between Grimes Way and Wilson Rd which constricted runners too much. This year, we will turn right out of the WSU VETMED parking lot onto Grimes way, and continue east on Grimes Way to Lincoln Drive, turn left on Lincoln Drive to Wilson Rd, and turn right on Wilson Rd to rejoin the existing course. We expect the 5K and 10K starts to be much smoother than before, and will allow runners to spread out more easily early in the races.
1K Course
The Race for Campus Safety 1K is a short, accessible event held on the WSU VETMED parking lot course, consisting of two laps on a flat, paved loop. Divided into two groups, the 1K offers a fun run for kids 12 and under, giving younger participants a chance to join the day’s activities in a safe, supportive environment. It’s also open to adults who want to participate without committing to a longer 5K or 10K, providing a low-key way to show support for campus safety efforts. Whether walking or jogging, participants will follow a clearly marked route surrounded by volunteers and community members.
