HISA x Halic Sports Club, Community Run: Lace Up, Show Up

Lace Up, Show Up is a one-day community run organized by HISA and Haliç Sports Club on 24 October, with 5K and 8K routes open to all fitness levels. It aims to bring international and local students together through sport, promote an active lifestyle, and build connections across the Haliç community.

Program Flow: - 08:45 – Check-in and registration at the University Gate - 09:00 – Departure from the University Gate - 5K route: for beginners and casual runners - 8K route: for experienced runners - Finish line: cool-down stretching and group photos - Post-run breakfast gathering at a nearby café (location shared with registered participants) Session Content: - Short welcome and introduction of both clubs - Guided warm-up and cool-down led by Sports Club members - Run in two pace groups, with volunteers along the route for guidance and safety - Informal networking during breakfast Expected Outcomes: - Stronger connections between international and local students - Increased student participation in sports and healthy activities - Greater visibility for HISA and Haliç Sports Club on campus - A foundation for future joint events between the two clubs

- 08:45 – Check-in and registration at the University Gate - 09:00 – Departure from the University Gate -09:40 - Brief welcome speech and warm-up for everyone - 09:50 – 5K & 8K run for everyone - 11:30 - Finish line: cool-down stretching and group photos - 12:30 - Post-run breakfast gathering at a nearby café (location shared with registered participants)

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