HBCU STEM Education Run - Raleigh
About this race
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are an oasis of cultural significance, both past and present, and are leading sources for black graduates. However, the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) are still lacking proper representation of minority groups, including women. The HBCU STEM Education Run (STEMER) strives to raise funds and awareness through fitness. Each year, funds are dedicated to improving STEM education and accessibility for black individuals. This year, we're bringing our signature 5K to Raleigh to support our mission to "Educate, Empower, and Elevate HBCU STEM Students through Scholarships and Career Resources".
Race alone, with a friend, or with a team. Whether you are an HBCU alum/student, STEM graduate, or just passionate about education, this run is for you! Come join us to support STEM education at these crucial institutions.
SCHEDULE:
7:30 AM: Onsite Packet Pickup (Please note onsite REGISTRATION ends exactly at 8:00 AM)
8:00 AM: Pre-race Welcome Program
8:30 AM: Race Start
9:45 AM (tentatively): Award Ceremony and Scholarship Presentation
$50 awards for 1st place male and female winners sponsored by Fleet Feet Raleigh!
Commemorative medal available as an add-on
Dogs and strollers welcome. This event is not timed.
Pick your distance
Running
1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk
Get the whole family involved with this shorter, kid-friendly option! REGISTRATION INCLUDES: - Swag bag w/ raffle ticket - Runner's Bib to wear during the event - Commemorative Finisher Medal (add-on) - Create/Join a team of friends and family - Easy to use fundraising page to help raise funds
5K Run/Walk
REGISTRATION INCLUDES: - Official Race T-shirt - 4 Week Training Program (Virtual) - Swag Bag w/ raffle ticket - Commemorative Race Medal (add-on) - Runner's Bib to wear during the event - Create/Join a team of friends and family - Easy to use fundraising page to help raise funds
Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Raleigh, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:51 AM and sets at 7:33 PM local time (EDT) in Raleigh on September 7, 2026 — 12h 42m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 68 Raleigh events
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