UDance, the University of Delaware’s largest student-run philanthropy, will host the three-mile campus Rave Run on Wednesday evening, Oct. 19.

The run will start on The Green in front of the Memorial Hall steps, with registration at 5:45 p.m. and the race at 6:30. 

The Rave Run is open to anyone in the community. Pre-registration fees are $20 and can be dropped off at the UDance office in Perkins Student Center 015L by Oct. 18, along with necessary forms that can be found in the office or online. 

Registration fees on the day of the run will be $25. Non-University of Delaware students must be at least 18 years old and must complete the liability form to compete. All forms and either cash, Flex or checks will be accepted at the event.

The male and female winners will each receive a one-month membership to Fusion Fitness Center in Newark. UDance merchandise will also be for sale at the event. For details, email UDance17@gmail.com.

About UDance Dance Marathon

UDance is a year-long community effort to raise awareness and funds in the fight against pediatric cancer at the University of Delaware culminating in a 12-hour dance marathon every spring. 

It is the largest student-run philanthropy on campus and has donated $5.26 million to the Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation over the past 10 years. UDance seeks to provide emotional and financial support to families affected by childhood cancer across the country.