October 14, 2025

Hillsborough College Launches 10th Annual Hawk Run for Scholarships

News Summary

Hillsborough College is hosting its 10th Annual Hawk Run on October 25, featuring a glow-in-the-dark 5K and one-mile race. The event encourages community participation and funds scholarships. Participants can join in-person or virtually until November 1. Registration is $25, with proceeds supporting the HC Foundation. The run promises various perks including race bags, glow accessories, and medals. Local sponsors highlight the community spirit of this event, which has gained popularity over the years.

Tampa, Florida – Hillsborough College Hosts 10th Annual Hawk Run: A Glow-in-the-Dark Community Event for Scholarships

The 10th Annual Hawk Run, organized by the Hillsborough College (HC) American Medical Student Association (AMSA) Pre-Health Chapter and the HC Brandon Campus, is set to take place on the evening of Saturday, October 25. This popular community event features both a 5K and a one-mile glow-in-the-dark race, encouraging participation from individuals and families of all ages.

Participants can choose to join the in-person glow run on the scheduled date or opt for a virtual running experience from October 25 to Saturday, November 1. Registration for the event is priced at $25, and it will remain open until Friday, October 24. All proceeds will go to the HC Foundation to support student scholarships.

Entry into the Hawk Run includes several perks such as a race bag, a race T-shirt, a glow accessory, post-race food, and a participant medal, making it an attractive outing for runners.

Sponsors and Supporters

This year’s Hawk Run is sponsored by several generous organizations including Suncoast Credit Union, the HC Brandon Campus Student Government Association, RNR Tire Express, AdventHealth Riverview Hospital, Alro Steel, HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, and PowerBay Electric. Their support underscores the community-oriented spirit of this annual event.

Registration and Contact Information

Beth McCullough at [email protected] for additional information. The registration details and further event information can be found at https://runsignup.com/race/info/fl/tampa/hcchawkrun5k.

Hillsborough College at a Glance

Hillsborough College provides education to over 46,000 students annually across its five campuses located in the Tampa Bay area. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to confer associate and baccalaureate degrees, along with various certificates and diplomas at approved levels. For any accreditation-related inquiries, individuals can reach out to SACSCOC through their provided contact information or find more information on their official website.

With ten years of success, the Hawk Run continues to be an anticipated event within the community, not just for the excitement of the race but also for its impact on the lives of Hillsborough College students through scholarship funding. The glow-in-the-dark theme adds a festive atmosphere to the race, ensuring that this year’s event will be both memorable and meaningful.

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