Join us in Aberdeen on September 26, 2026 at 8:00am for the 20th annual Steps for Shep, a fun community event honoring former Northern State athlete Jason Shephard during Homecoming Weekend! You can choose between a 5k road race or a 1-mile route, and you're welcome to walk, jog, or run at your own pace—plus there's a virtual option if you can't make it in person. Registration is $25 (includes a t-shirt, free for NSU students with ID), so sign up by September 18 to guarantee your shirt at the Northern State University Barnett Center.