MU Run

Standing at the stage waiting to take photos of the next lucky draw person, I was scrutinizing for interesting subjects in the Power 10km Run held at Dataran Merdeka on Sunday 19 March. A group of youngsters caught my attention. They were in the process of unfolding a big banner. There were about 20 of them busy positioning themselves while their cameraman was standing in front getting ready for photo shot.

Ah Ha! I found something for my next subject. I walked there steadily, which was about 30 feet away. They were most happy to see another cameraman appeared from nowhere. Even their cameraman was quick to join their group for photo shots. So, I lent a hand and took a few photos for them.

As you can see from the banner, this group of youngsters are MU (University Malaya) students. There were there at the Power Run to promote the MU 10km Run which is this Sunday.

For those who were graduated from MU or if you come to know any of the MU friends, you may want to give your support to this race.

Staging a successful running event is a tough challenge involving people and various logistics. Besides, all activities have to be carried out with military precision in timing. Since they are students learning to stage a runner event, we should be tolerance in case the event is not organized according to our requirements. A runner should not be surprised if there are no mobile toilets, Power Gel, Isotonic drink, water vapour cooling station, etc. What is important is to give them chance to learn the leadership and organizing skills.

Details:

Date: Sunday 26 March 2006
Starting Time: 7.15am
Venue: Padang Varsity University Malaya
Fees: RM 10

Contact Person: Mr. Yan Ching Lun
H/P: 012- 769 9638

Email: clyan1@perdanamail.um.edu.my

Alternative Contacts:

Chan Lee Siang: 012- 583 7032

Wan Sakeenah: 012- 241 2616

Email: larigngemilang@yahoo.com.my

Website: www.consis.um.edu.my

By KC