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On March 14, Brenau University will host its annual Dempsey Dash 5K and 1K Fun Run in memory of the university’s long-time executive vice president and CFO, Wayne Dempsey. The event benefits the Wayne W. Dempsey Endowed Scholarship Fund, first funded in Dempsey’s memory in 2014 by an anonymous donor.
Official Dempsey Dash T-shirts provided for all pre-registered participants by February 20. All other registered participants through race day will receive shirt while supplies last.
Certified race: Certification # is GA24002DJ
Why A Bowtie?
Known for his impeccable style, Dr. Dempsey was a true "clotheshorse" who was rarely seen on campus without a sharp suit or a fashionable sport coat. His commitment to fashion was legendary—his sons even recall him mowing the lawn in penny loafers. His signature bow tie habit allegedly began in the late 1980s, inspired by his eldest son. Not content with clip-ons, Dr. Dempsey spent hours mastering the art of tying them by hand. This look soon became his professional calling card. Today, his sons cherish his extensive collection, continuing to wear his ties as a stylish tribute to a unique man.
When to pick up participant bags or shirts?
Saturday, at registration/check-in.
Mar 13, 2027
Distance — 1K Fun Run (Friends Family & Community)
Type — Running
09:00
$15.00
Mar 13, 2027
Distance — 1K Fun Run (Brenau students and employees)
Type — Running
09:00
$15.00
Mar 13, 2027
Distance — 1K Fun Run (Children under 10)
Type — Running
09:00
$10.00
Mar 13, 2027
Distance — 5K (Phantom Runner/Shirt Purchase Only
Type — Running
09:00
$20.00
Mar 13, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:00
$15.00
Mar 13, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:00
$10.00
Mar 13, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:00
$30.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Gainesville.
Learn more about the host city, Gainesville.
Gainesville is a city in Georgia's Historic High Country. The city of Gainesville is one of the larger cities in the Historic High Country along with Rome (Georgia) both with populations around 30,000. The city is located in Hall County (Georgia) in the Central High Country. The city is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is close to the shores of Lake Lanier and less than an hour's drive to downtown Atlanta. Gainesville is home to an Amtrak station.
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