SOMA DO Monster Dash

🎃 Event Overview

MSUCOM SOMA (Student Osteopathic Medical Association) is hosting its annual D.O. Monster Dash 5K fundraiser to support our charity partners. We are partnering with Hearts for Henrih Alikaj, which is a foundation founded in memory of an MSUCOM student who tragically passed away a few years ago. The proceeds they receive will go towards the American Heart Association and the MSUCOM scholarship his family has started in his name. We are also partnering with the Refugee Development Center, which offers a variety of resources and programs for individuals and families transitioning to life in mid-Michigan.

🕒 Race Details

• Date: October 19, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM for the in-person race
• Location: 939 Fee Rd, East Lansing, MI (Fee Hall)
• Check-in: 9:00 AM at Fee Hall in room E105

👻 Participation Formats

Again this year, the 5K will be both in a virtual and in-person format, allowing all runners to participate in their preferred format. The virtual version allows participants to run the 5K at their convenience anytime and anywhere during the week of October 12th through the 19th.

📝 Registration Information

• Cost: $30 per person, includes t-shirt and medal
• Deadline: T-shirts guaranteed if registered by October 5th
• Late Registration: $35 from 10/06 to 10/18 (limited supplies)
• Race Day: $40, no t-shirt available

🏅 Finisher Medals

Finisher medals will be awarded to all participants!

📋 Course Details

The In-person race will start and finish at Fee Hall. See Course Map along the top for more information. Virtual participants may run any course they wish! There are 4 locations, marked by the red stars on the map, where participants will need to pause if traffic is present. We anticipate this will be minimal as campus is usually quiet on Sunday mornings. Please be aware of your surroundings and look for our course volunteers to guide you.

🚗 Parking Information

Participants may park in lots 30 - 33 next to Fee Hall and at Ramps 1 or 3 on campus. Ramp 1 is located next to the College of Law building, and Ramp 3 is connected to the Wharton Center. The map for parking can be found at the bottom of this page.

📈 Results

Results during the in-person race will be live during the race and available on the results tab at the top of the page. Virtual participants may log in after the race to enter their time and see their place!

📦 Race Packet

Race packet distribution for the in-person participants will begin the morning of the race at 9:00 AM at Fee Hall in room E105. Shipping is available to virtual participants upon request.

💖 Donations

If you are unable to participate in the race but would still like to show your support, please use the link at the top of the page. 100% of your contribution goes directly to our charitable organizations. Any amount is greatly appreciated!

📧 Contact Us

Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] with any questions or concerns!

⏱️ Timing

The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.

🔗 Registration Link

For more details and to register, visit SOMA D.O. Monster Dash.