The United Negro College Fund will host its 24th annual Walk for Education in New Orleans on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The 5K run/walk will start in the Audubon Park Riverview area behind the zoo.

Every year Dillard and Xavier universities compete to see which school has the best turnout and raises the most funds. Help Dillard come out on top!

A minimum pledge of $30 through Sep. 28 entitles you to a race number, official race day T-shirt, free food and drinks, and admission to Audubon Zoo. Click here to learn more and to register. And remember to join Dillard University's team!

For more information, please contact Dillard University's Travis Chase at (504) 816-4713 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .