The Gold Rush 5K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Join Us for the Inaugural Alpha Run – Celebrating 50 Years of Brotherhood, Service & Community Unity!

🎉 About the Race

The Kappa Iota Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. invites you to participate in our Inaugural Gold Rush 5K Run as we celebrate 50 years of leadership, scholarship, service, and community impact at Southern Arkansas University! Established on April 15, 1975, our chapter has remained committed to upholding the fraternity’s mission of mentorship, academic excellence, and service to all mankind.

🌟 Purpose of the Event

This event is more than just a race—it’s a powerful movement to promote community unity, health and wellness, and educational opportunity. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps highlight the impact of Alpha Phi Alpha’s dedication to mentorship, education, and social progress.

• Exciting Atmosphere: Expect music, food vendors, and community booths.
• Milestone Celebration: Commemorate 50 years of fellowship, fitness, and fun.
• Fundraiser: Proceeds support an academic endowment scholarship.
• Invest in the Future: Help provide deserving students with educational opportunities.

💪 Why Participate?

By joining us in this 5K run, you are contributing to a legacy of scholarship, health, and community engagement. Physical wellness is a key part of overall success, and this event encourages individuals of all fitness levels to participate in an active and uplifting experience.

• Legacy of Scholarship: Contribute to a long-standing tradition of education.
• Promote Health: Encourage a healthier community through active engagement.
• Alpha's Mission: Uphold the fraternity’s commitment to service, advocacy, and empowerment.
• Community Investment: Support the next generation of leaders.

🙌 How You Can Support

Here are ways you can contribute to this meaningful cause:

• Register: Participate in this historic celebration.
• Donate: Help us reach our goal of supporting deserving students.
• Sponsor: Showcase your commitment to education and community service.

👟 Join Us

Let’s lace up our running shoes, honor 50 years of brotherhood and excellence, and continue the mission of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Sign up today and be part of history!

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Kappa Iota Chapter
"First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All."