Jaywalk 2012
September 22, 2012
Purpose of JayWalk
To strengthen the relationship between the Omaha's Jesuit Institutions of Learning and the community while fulfilling the continuing financial needs of Jesuit Middle School.
JayWalk is also an opportunity for Creighton students to involve themselves in the wider community. Every year JayWalk has numerous Creighton students volunteer to help run the race and register entrants. If you would like to volunteer email csujw@creighton.edu.
Who Benefits?
JayWalk is sponsored by the Creighton Students Union in cooperation with Creighton University and Creighton Preparatory High School Student Council, with all proceeds directly benefiting the Jesuit Academy of Omaha.
About the Race
The race was initially created to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Creighton University and the special relationship that all three of Omaha's Jesuit Schools share. The Jesuit Middle School provides a comprehensive quality education to 4th-8th grade African American students through gospel teaching, academic excellence, self-discipline, religious diversity, and the value of being men-for-others. The Jesuit Academy is committed to supporting the students as they claim ownership of their lives and grow into responsible leaders.
CSU is proud to say that over the JayWalk history over $66,000 dollars has been donated towards student scholarships, facilities, and a new gymnasium floor. With the help of local sponsorships and businesses across the nation, JayWalk was able to raise close to over $7,000 last year alone!
This year will mark the 9th anniversary of the JayWalk 5k run/walk and we hope that you will join us in this wonderful tradition. The 5K run/walk will be Saturday, September 17, 2011 starting at Creighton's Deglman Circle and ending at the Morrison Soccer Stadium.
JayWalk is a collaborative effort between Omaha's three Jesuit schools. All proceeds benefit the Jesuit Academy of Omaha.
On-site registration begins at 7:00 am on race day and is $25 for students and $35 for non-students. Please make all checks payable to: Creighton University. PayPal is also available for payment by credit card. Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Volunteers
Volunteers are needed to prepare for the run. Please contact Matt Novotny at csujw@creighton.edu if you are interested in being part of this great tradition!
If you have any questions, please contact csujw@creighton.edu.