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Their Really Early Start to Conference’s First Day Wasn’t for the Stimulating Content. They Were Seeking a Physical Workout.

Mar 6, 2025
Conference Daily Online staff

Approximately 85 AASA conference attendees made an early start to Day 1 in New Orleans. And their primary goal was some vigorous exercise and fellowship.

The annual 5K Fun Run/Walk started at 6 a.m. Thursday on the opening morning of the 2025 conference from a starting point in front of the Canal Place Building. The route took them along the Mississippi River waterfront.

The event wrapped up by 7 a.m., with no reportable casualties, according to event organizer Noelle Ellerson Ng, an AASA staff member and runner.

The registration fee of $10 got everyone an event T-shirt.

The 5k Fun Run/Walk participants watch the sunrise at the start of the event. Photo by Noelle Ellerson Ng.

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