DES MOINES, IA (07/27/2010)(readMedia)-- You are invited to join Des Moines University (DMU) students, faculty, alumni and staff for a 5k through the beautiful south of Grand neighborhood around DMU.

The August 14 race, called DMU Run-Day-Voo, will begin at 7:30 a.m. in the circle drive in front of the Des Moines University Academic Center (north entrance), 3440 Grand Avenue.

"We have a very hilly route so if you're up for a challenge, sign up soon," said Ronnette Vondrak, DMU alumni director. "It's also a beautiful tour through local homes and a fun time for all."

Participants can run or walk for only $20, which includes a t-shirt. Register at www.dmu.edu or the day of the race, beginning at 7 a.m., for $30. This annual event correlates with the school's annual reunion. Awards will be given for overall winners.

Race packets can be picked up on Friday, August 13, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., in the Student Education Center courtyard, 3300 Grand Ave., or the day of the event, 7-7:20 a.m., at the start line.

The DMU Osteopathic Finish Line student group and physical therapy students will provide supervised osteopathic manual treatments and flexibility assessments to race participants and supporters.

For more information and to register, visit www.dmu.edu/rsvp/dmu5k.

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Des Moines University is the only private medical school in Iowa, offering graduate-level, professional degree programs in osteopathic medicine, podiatric medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, anatomy, biomedical sciences, health care administration and public health. Founded in 1898, the institution offers superior academics in a collaborative environment. DMU students' pass rate on national examinations and board certifications is consistently higher than the national average and the rates at similar institutions.

Posted Tuesday July 27, 2010 at 09:15 am by Des Moines University
Last Updated Tuesday July 24, 2012 at 04:40 pm