The Dean Griffin Pi Mile 5K Road Race has been an annual tradition since 1973. The scenic race around campus is an opportunity to, pass iconic landmarks and buildings and connect with fellow Yellow Jackets. Close to 1,000 students, alumni, staff, and community members participate annually.
History of the Dean George C. Griffin Pi Mile 5K Road Race
A tradition since 1973, the Pi Mile was originally named the Dean George C. Griffin Pi Mile to honor the longtime Georgia Tech track and cross-country coach. The first race in 1973 was 3 miles long and founded by alumnus L. McTier "Mac" Anderson, CL ’67. This was expanded to 3.14 miles after 1975 and is now a 5K race. Part of the race is run along the Tyler Brown Pi Mile Trail, a running course dedicated to former Student Government Association President Tyler Brown who ran daily for ROTC and was killed in action in Iraq on September 14, 2004.
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