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2022 Alumni Fun Run

from Charles Sturt Alumni magazine - Thrive, Autumn 2023

from Charles Sturt Alumni magazine - Thrive, Autumn 2023, page 31

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The third annual Charles Sturt Alumni Fun Run was held in November 2022. It was a call to action for our alumni community to come together, stay fit, and work towards a better future. This event was an opportunity for our alumni to demonstrate their commitment to a healthy lifestyle while contributing to a brighter tomorrow.

The Charles Sturt University Alumni Team extends its gratitude for your involvement in the 2022 Alumni Fun Run. This year, we had set a goal, and we are thrilled to announce that we surpassed it! Our alumni participants covered a staggering 13,427km and raised an impressive $10,156 for the Regional Impact Scholarship Fund and the Ukraine Student Support Fund

Our fun-runners hailed from diverse backgrounds, including athletes, academics, politicians, police officers, social workers, scientists, radiographers, and retirees from all around the globe. Despite our differences, we were united by our shared Charles Sturt experience and our passion for a noble cause.

Money raised for the Regional Impact Fund have recently given scholarships to several students affected by the devastating floods. You can read how this helped one of the recipients, Maddie Lisetto on page 21.

$10,156 RAISED

186 PARTICIPANTS

Our participants displayed a range of physical activities, including walking, running, cycling, skating, swimming, dancing, mowing, and even a few roly polys. We had a blast and paved the way for students to have the same opportunity to create a brighter future. We appreciate everyone who participated in our weekly challenges, and we congratulate Elle, Brooke, Julia, and Lucy for their victories.

We would also like to extend a round of applause and congratulations to our first Grand Champion, Matt Fagence, who covered an impressive 375.1km during the run. Matt is undoubtedly the one to watch for next year's event. Well done, Matt!

Lastly, we would like to give a special thank you to Benjamin Fry, who raised the highest amount of fundraising sponsorship for his participation in the event. Your contribution has made a massive difference, Ben, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.