You Matter 5K

The You Matter 5K is a meaningful running event held on the Purdue Fort Wayne campus in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Organized by Chi Eta Sigma, the graduate counseling honor society, this 5K run promotes suicide prevention awareness and supports continuing education for future counselors. Participants experience an encouraging atmosphere with personalized signs along the course featuring messages of hope, remembrance, and encouragement.

The event also includes fun stops and activities to uplift runners. Registration includes a race entry, a You Matter 5K t-shirt (if registered early), and a finisher token. All proceeds benefit Stop Suicide Northeast Indiana and counseling education programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.