Jog for Jim 5K
"Outpacing Parkinson's"

Press Release

"Outpacing Parkinson's": Warsaw Center Stages 3rd Annual 5K Race

On Saturday, May 17th at 8:00 am, the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center at the University of Oregon will be holding its 3rd annual Jog for Jim 5K Run/Walk. The event serves as a vehicle to raise awareness and funds in the fight against Parkinson’s disease. All proceeds will directly benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

In addition to registration fees, students are raising money through donations from local businesses and private donors. The Warsaw program is pleased to work in conjunction with the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. The foundation is dedicated to ensuring the development of a cure for Parkinson's disease within this decade through an aggressively funded research agenda. To date, The Michael J. Fox Foundation has funded $115 million in research, either directly or through partnerships.

As a patient of Parkinson’s, Jim Warsaw, founder of the Warsaw Sports Marketing Center, established the Cure Parkinson’s Program in 2002 to help make a difference in the lives of existing Parkinson's patients, future patients, families, friends, caretakers, doctors, and all others affected by the disease. Jim’s energy, enthusiasm, and optimism are an inspiration to all.

The Jog for Jim 5K welcomes runners of all abilities. The race will start and finish in front of the Lillis Business Complex at 13th and Kincaid, across the street from the UO Bookstore, our presenting sponsor. Runners will follow the course through the east side of campus, into the scenic Fairmount neighborhood, and past Hayward Field. Age category awards will be given to the top three finishers in each group. All runners will receive a race t-shirt and entry for random prizes.

Where can they register?
To register visit:
https://www.signmeup.com/site/reg/register.aspx?fid=2F2VCK7

Questions and comments can be directed to:
Jog for Jim Director: Melynda Stein, mstein@uoregon.edu, or
Jog for Jim Marketing Manager: Meghan Hastie, mhastie@uoregon.edu