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September 21, 2016Sage to Host 5K Run/Walk in Celebration of its Centennial
The Sage Colleges will host a 5K run/walk in honor of its Centennial on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 10 a.m. It’s the first 5k to be hosted by Sage. The title sponsor is Hannaford Supermarkets, top prizes will be awarded by Fleet Feet Sports and water stations will be provided by Sodexo Education.
“This is a wonderful way to include the community and individuals of all ages in our Centennial Celebration,” said Susan C. Scrimshaw, President of The Sage Colleges. “We will start the race on our beautiful Russell Sage College campus and then participants will make their way through historic downtown Troy. September 24 is also National Family Health and Fitness Day so what better way to commemorate our 100th birthday and promote health and wellness among Sage and our surrounding communities?”
Sign-in and packet pickup will take place from 8 to 9:30 a.m. President Scrimshaw will kick off the race at 10 a.m. Participants are invited to stay for Sagefest at the conclusion of the race which will feature live entertainment, street vendors, fun and games!
The race is open to the public. Per person registration fee is $35. Net proceeds benefit the Sage Colleges Centennial Scholarship Fund. For registration, a course map and race information visit https://centennial.sage.edu/5K/.
For a complete listing of Centennial events visit centennial.sage.edu/events/.
