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MEDIA CONTACT: Annie Wang (585) 274-3141 or Helene Snihur (585) 275-7800
April 12, 2000
EVENT: Sigma Delta Tau's "Fast Feat," a five-kilometer walk/run to raise money for Prevent Child Abuse America
TIME, DATE, AND PLACE: 2 p.m., Saturday, April 29, the steps of Wilson Commons Student Union, located on the University of Rochester River Campus
ADMISSION: $5 per person, with a discount for large groups. Race is open to the public as well as the university community. University students may use their Flex accounts as a method of payment. Registration will take place on the day of the race. Note: Parking is free and available on University lots on the weekend.
The Rochester chapter of the Sigma Delta Tau sorority will host their annual "Fast Feat" charity run on Saturday, April 29, at 2 p.m. on the University of Rochester River Campus. The five-kilometer race, which begins at the steps of the Wilson Commons Student Union, will benefit Prevent Child Abuse America, the sorority's national philanthropy.
For over 25 years, Prevent Child Abuse America has worked with local, state, and national groups to promote healthy parenting and community involvement. The organization also seeks to implement effective strategies for preventing child abuse.
Registration will take place outside Wilson Commons on the day of the race. Refreshments will be provided afterward, and the top two male and female finishers will receive prizes.
The entry cost is $5 per person, but large groups will receive a discount. University students can also use their Flex accounts to register. For more information call Annie Wang at 585-274-3141.
About the University of Rochester
The University of Rochester (www.rochester.edu) is one of the nation's leading private universities. Located in Rochester, N.Y., the University gives students exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary study and close collaboration with faculty through its unique cluster-based curriculum. Its College of Arts, Sciences, and Engineering is complemented by the Eastman School of Music, Simon School of Business, Warner School of Education, Laboratory for Laser Energetics, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, and the Memorial Art Gallery.
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