2025 URI Be 5K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

The University of Rhode Island Counseling Center is hosting the 17th annual Be 5K, URI's 5K walk/run for suicide prevention and mental health awareness. All proceeds from the URI Be 5K will go directly to the Heather Fund. This fund was established in memory of Heather Vennewald, a URI student who was lost to suicide.

💡 Mission and Impact

• Support for Programs: The Heather Fund provides support for suicide prevention and mental health programs in the URI community.
• Community Engagement: In addition to raising funds, the URI Be 5K is a dynamic and high energy event for URI students, faculty, staff, families and community members.
• Resource Awareness: Participants can explore on and off-campus resources and discover ways to contribute to suicide prevention.
• Stigma Reduction: The event aims to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.

🌧️ Event Details

• Date and Location: The Be 5K takes place on 2025-10-25 at 10 Lippitt Rd, Kingston, RI.
• Weather Policy: The Be 5K takes place rain or shine.
• Pet Policy: Pets are welcome!
• Race Info: Day-of registration starts at 7:30AM and walk/run starts at 8:15AM.

🔗 Registration and More Info

For more information and to register, visit URI Be 5K.