Jana Jordan Memorial 5K Run/Walk
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Event Overview
The Tourism Trot - Jana Jordan Memorial 5K Run/Walk takes place in Hays, Kansas, at the Fort Hays State University Football Stadium. The event serves as a fundraiser for the Jana Jordan Scholarship Fund, which provides financial assistance to students at Fort Hays State University. This memorial race honors a former Director of the Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau who was an advocate for the tourism and hospitality program at the university.
Participants can choose between two primary distances:
- 5K Run (3.1 miles)
- 1 mile walk
The course is centered around the north parking lot of Lewis Field, located at the corner of Elm Street and Lewis Drive. Registration fees and donations from the event go directly toward supporting students in their academic pursuits.
Event participants are eligible to receive a commemorative T-shirt, though these are not guaranteed for those who register after April 9th. In addition to online registration, payments are accepted on the morning of the event via cash, check, or Venmo. The activity brings together students, faculty, staff, and local community members for a healthy outdoor initiative. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
