Sometimes the simplest ideas have the legs to go the distance. At least that’s what happened with the AHS Fun Run.
In the early 1980s, Tina Roberts, a Health Studies graduate and AHS staff member at the time, was looking for a way to bring alumni back to campus to connect with faculty, staff and current students. Known for its strong sense of community, and focus on health and well-being, Tina had to look no further than her home Faculty for inspiration. And so the AHS Fun Run was born.
Held on a snowy November day in 1985 as part of Waterloo’s homecoming celebrations, the inaugural race drew close to 100 alumni, students, faculty and staff. Now the longest-standing Reunion tradition at the University, the run has continued over 30 years — through snow, sleet, sun and rain.
Watch the evolution of the AHS Fun Run in our anniversary video and please join us for this year’s event as part of Reunion on Saturday, October 3, 2015.
We are thrilled to welcome back special guest, two-time Olympic gold medalist and Kinesiology grad, Heather Moyse (BSc ’00), as race grand marshal. Whether you are a serious runner looking to compete in the 5k or plan to walk the 2.5k and enjoy the family-friendly activities, there is something for everyone.
For details and registration visit Applied Health Sciences Fun Run.
Mari-Beth Davis
Alumni Advancement Officer
mbdavis@uwaterloo.ca
