The Pi Mile Run is a 5K (3.14 miles = Pi) road race held on the campus of Iowa State University.  It is organized by the Iowa State University Chapter of Tau Beta Pi, the Engineering Honor Society, and the Iowa State University Engineers’ Week.

In keeping with the Tau Beta Pi and Engineers’ Week ideals of bettering the community, the campus, and the lives of engineers everywhere, the goal is to provide a fun, safe, and healthy event for the students of Iowa State, the residents of Ames, and other runners. Profits from this event are donated to a local charity.

WHEN? Sunday afternoon, September 29, 2024. Check-in for participants begins at 1:00 pm and conclude at 2:00 pm. The race starts at 2:00 pm. Awards are presented at about 2:45 pm.

WHERE? Campus of Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa. Check-in outside of College of Design building.

COURSE DETAILS: The race starts and ends near the College of Design Building on the west side of campus.  The route of the run utilizes sidewalks and walking paths throughout campus passing by many of the university’s historic landmarks and buildings.  A water station is set up at about the halfway point.

PRIZES: After the race, medals are awarded to the top three male finishers and the top three female finishers. Pieces of pie and other refreshments are served following the race. In addition, participants receive a T-shirt and other promotional items.

REGISTRATION COST:  The cost to register:

$20.00 for ISU students and

$25.00 for faculty, staff, alumni and members of the community age 18 and older.