Race for Campus Safety draws record turnout as awareness of relationship violence grows

What happened

Over 800 people participated in the 2026 Race for Campus Safety at the University of Utah, an event founded in honor of Lauren McCluskey, a student killed by her ex-boyfriend in 2018. The event aims to raise awareness about relationship violence and support the Lauren McCluskey Foundation's efforts to improve campus safety.

Timeline

1. Oct 31, 3:05 PM KSL Race for Campus Safety draws record turnout as awareness of relationship violence grows
2. Oct 31, 7:22 PM ABC 4 Race for Campus Safety raises awareness about college relationship violence
3. Oct 31, 9:53 PM KJZZ 'Let Her Light Shine' theme honors Lauren McCluskey at campus safety race
4. Oct 31, 9:53 PM KUTV 2News 'Let Her Light Shine' theme honors Lauren McCluskey at campus safety race

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