Florida Tech ROTC Hosts 5K Run, Walk, Jog to Benefit Troops

MELBOURNE, FLA. — Florida Tech’s U.S. Army ROTC Panther Battalion has scheduled a 5K Run to benefit troops overseas, especially Florida Tech alumni. The run,
walk or jog will take place Saturday Dec. 9, starting at 8 a.m. in the university’s Panther Plaza. Prizes, including door prizes, will be awarded.
Proceeds will go toward purchasing holiday gifts to be sent to alumni on active duty overseas, especially in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The registration fee for the 5K event is $25. Prizes include medals, a pair of running shoes, certificates for area restaurants and free admission to On
the Edge Rock Climbing Gym.
Registration begins at 6:45 a.m. on the day of the event. For information, contact Cody Starken at (321) 298-0245, or at cstarken@fit.edu.