GEARING UP FOR FALL SEMESTER

Things to know for the fall

 

Are you looking for a club to help keep you in shape and healthy? Are you looking for a club to help you meet new people and make lasting friendships? Are you looking for a club that is competitive against other major universities? Are you just looking to run? If you said yes to any of these, then look no further because the MSU Running Club has everything you need to make your college years some to remember. 

 

The Running Club is a university organization dedicated to promoting the sport of running in any way we can. We cater to the needs of all levels of runners, from the weekend warriors out for a jog to the most competitive of runners who are looking to race on the national scale. We do it all, providing support for all members, regardless of speed or distance. 

 

What does the club have to offer?

• Meet five days a week to run AT YOUR OWN PACE

• Provide fun and safe evironment to run with others

• Themed and social runs for holidays and major events

• Structured practice schedule for competitive runners

• Social events for the weekends like team dinners, movie outings, corn maze trip, and much more!

• Everything is OPTIONAL! Come when you can and do what want. No pressure.

 

Who can join the club?

• Any and all Michigan State University students can participate in the club

• Even graduate students are allowed to join

• All range of running experiences welcome, from those who have never run before to former elite athletes

• SPRINTERS, JUMPERS, HURDLERS, and THROWERS are encouraged to join! We do have indoor and outdoor track teams!

• No limit to how many members can join. Absolutely no cuts are made!

 

​How can I join the club?

• Online registration can be found here. Simply fill out the electronic form or print out a paper copy and give that to any officer

• Dues are $50 for the entire year and can be payed online via PayPal or can be paid in person to any officer

• No sports physical form is necessary

• Can join at any time throughout the school year

• We encourage interested individuals to come and see what practices are like before making any decisions about registration

 

What do I get for paying dues?

• All dues-paying members receive a complimentary water bottle and team sticker

• Weekly emails containing pertinent information regarding practices, meets, and social events

• Access to club exclusive apparel, including jerseys, warm ups, and more

• Invitations to club social events

• Eligibility to travel and race on our cross country and track & field teams

• Discounts from various club partnership companies and groups

 

When and where does the club meet?

• The club meets every weekday at IM West at the Northeast entrance (nearest to Spartan Stadium) at 5 pm

• Also meet on Sundays at 10 am for long runs (8-16 miles)

• Swimming workouts on select Saturday mornings

 

What about your competitive side?

• We have cross country and indoor and outdoor track & field teams

• Compete in National Intercollegiate Running Club Association, simply known as NIRCA

• Race against many major universities from across the entire country

• All skill levels are encouraged to participate in meets

 

Now that I know more about the club, how can I learn more about the members?

• We have two places on the site to learn more about the team. 

• To find out about the officers, click 

• To find out more about some of the other members, click