April 2, 2008

Staff and students support local youth through annual walk-run event

OSHAWA, Ont. – Staff, faculty and students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College are lacing up their running shoes once again to take part in the Second Annual Campus Charity Walk and Run for the Eastview Boys and Girls Club on Wednesday, April 9.

For a $20 entry fee, participants will walk or run a scenic five-kilometre course around the schools’ Oshawa, Ontario campus in support of the club and its special role in the community. This year, organizers have added some friendly competition with a team challenge that will see UOIT varsity athletes competing with Durham College teams for the most participants and the chance to win a trophy and $100 cash prize.

UOIT and Durham College faculty, staff and students are proud to support a number of organizations, groups and events throughout the year, contributing to the making of stronger communities across Durham Region. More than 1,100 members strong, the Eastview Boys and Girls Club provides a safe and supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life. The Oshawa-based club is now in its 45th year of service.

When:
Wednesday, April 9
3 p.m. rain or shine

Where:
Durham College
Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre, Gym 3
2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, Ontario

Parking:
Enter from Conlin Road and proceed to the parking lot at the south side of the CRWC.

For more information:
M.J. Jaffray
Communications and Marketing
905.721.2000 ext. 2333
mj.jaffray@dc-uoit.ca

 

 

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