ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö Celebrates 75th Anniversary With Conquer the Trail 7.5K Race
As the University continues to commemorate its 75th Anniversary throughout the academic year, this special 7.5K race embodies the institution's commitment to community, service, and supporting those in need.
ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö invites the community to lace up their running shoes for a meaningful cause as the institution celebrates its 75th anniversary. Presented by Conquer The World Endurance and ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö’s Exercise Science Program, the 11th and final edition of the Conquer the Trail Race will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, marking both the conclusion of a beloved tradition and a tribute to ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö's 75 years of transforming lives through education. All proceeds from the race will benefit ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö's , a judgment-free, inclusive and confidential resource that provides nutritious food and personal care items at no cost to anyone in the ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö community experiencing food insecurity.
“This race represents everything ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö stands for," said Amanda Bireline, associate professor of Health and Exercise Science at ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö. "For 75 years, we've believed in removing barriers to success. The Conquer the Trail Race continues that tradition by bringing our community together to support students facing food insecurity—ensuring they can focus on their education, not their next meal."
Throughout the 2025-2026 academic year, ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö has hosted a series of special events designed to bring together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and surrounding communities. The Conquer the Trail Race represents the University's belief that education extends beyond the classroom and that community partnerships create lasting impact.
The commemorative 7.5K run will feature a flat, fast out-and-back course along the scenic Croton Aqueduct Trail, with the distance specially chosen to honor the University's 75th anniversary.
Awards will be presented to the top three overall male and female finishers, and race day raffles will feature prizes from community sponsors. Participants should note that while the course is flat, it runs primarily on natural trail terrain including rocks, stumps, and tree roots.
Registration remains open through race day. Community members can register online at or in person on April 18. The first 75 runners who register will receive a limited-edition 75th Anniversary t-shirt and 7.5% off registration with code: ConquerÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö75. Race day registration ends promptly at 8:45 AM so the event can start on time. Participants should plan to arrive early. The race starts at 9:00 AM sharp.
Join ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö in celebrating 75 years of community impact while supporting students in need. Every registration makes a difference.
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About ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö
ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö is an independent, coeducational institution serving more than 9,000 students each year across campuses in Westchester, the Bronx, Manhattan, as well as online. It is a federally designated minority-serving institution and the largest private Hispanic Serving Institution in the state of New York. ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs and certificate programs within six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing and Social and Behavioral Sciences. ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö was founded in 1950 by the Sisters of ÃÍÄÐÇ鱨¾Ö whose mission of transformative education remains strong. For more information, visit .