WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
37th Annual Walk for
Hunger & 5K Run
Join Us for a Walk to Support Cleveland's Hunger Network!
Calling all WGU alumni and students near Cleveland OH! We’re assembling our WGU Walk/Run Team, and we want YOU to be part of the fun! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow Night Owls, get active, and represent WGU in style.
Join the WGU Alumni/Student Team for a Fun Walk/Run at the Zoo on May 31.
Event Details: Cleveland Zoo 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109
Walk or run at your own pace
7:15 am Arrival & Check-In
8:30 am 5K Chipped Time Run START
9:00 am Walk START
- Represent WGU as a runner/walker sponsorship with pride and receive awesome swag
- Free giveaways for all participants
- Enjoy post-event zoo admission and free parking
Sign up today! Secure your paid sponsored spot by emailing Roxanne Bohach at roxanne.bohach@wgu.edu by May 23.
Let’s make this an unforgettable event—see you there!
RSVP Here
We can’t wait to see you!
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