On the afternoon of November 19th, the East Track - and - Field Stadium at Huyi Campus of our university was permeated with a vibrant and youthful atmosphere. More than 1,400 faculty members and students gathered here to participate in the 2025 Campus Fun Run. Organized by the University Sports Committee, co - hosted by the School of Physical Education, the Youyuan Growth Comprehensive Quality Training Base of the Ministry of Education and Jifei Events, and co - organized by the Publicity Department, the Department of Student Affairs, the Security Department, the University Trade Union, the Communist Youth League Committee, the University Hospital as well as all schools (departments), this event is not only a sportsevent, but also a vivid practice of the university’s philosophy of “cultivating people through sports” and building “a happyXi’an Shiyou University”.
Starting at 15:00, participating faculty members and students arrived at the start/finish line one after another to gather. The sun shone on the track and field, complementing the vigorous vitality of the students. This year’s Campus Fun Run was held on a circular track, with a full loop around the campus approximately 5.2 kilometers long. The track design fully considered safety,enjoymentand participation, connecting the scholarly atmosphere of teaching buildings and the beautiful scenery of landscape areas, allowing participants to feel the beauty of the campus while running.
In order to ensure the smooth progress of the event, the organizing committee formulated a detailed activity plan and emergency response plan. Along the track, 3 supply stations and 2 medical stations were set up. Medical staff and volunteers provided full-process escort, while faculty members and students from the School of Physical Education offered warm-up guidance and professional timing services.
At 16:00, the opening ceremony officially kicked off. After the group warm-up, all participants sang the national anthem together, and the passionate melody echoed over the campus. In his speech, Vice President Zhang Xiaoyong stated that promoting the in-depth integration of national fitness and national health is an important policy of the Party and the country. Holding this Campus Fun Run is not only a sports event, but also a grand sports gala thatshowsthe campus vitality and the spiritual outlook ofteachersand students. He hoped that during the run, everyone could not only challenge themselves and break through their limits, but also encourage each other and advance hand in hand, and deeply understand the true meaning of the Olympic spirit of“Faster, Higher, Stronger – Together”.
At 16:30, Vice President Zhang Juntao announced the start of“Xi’an Shiyou University 2025 Campus Fun Run”. With the starting gun firing, the participants surged forward from the starting line like a tide, and the mighty team became amobilescenery lineon the campus. On the campus of Xi’an Shiyou University in early winter, the goldenphoenixtree leaves and the running figures formed andelightfulcontrast. The 5.2-kilometer track allowed faculty members and students to feel the beauty of the campus through sports and measure the vitality of youth with their running steps.
To ensure the event was held safely, all participants signed aHealth and Safety Commitmentin advance, undertaking to abide by the event rules and follow the arrangements of the staff. Volunteers stationed at medical, security and supply posts performed their respective duties, providing all-round support services for the runners. The university hospital remained on standby throughout the event to ensure prompt handling of any emergencies.
In terms of material support, the organizing committee provided all participants with exclusive race T-shirts and bibs. Finishers were not only awarded an exquisite medal, but also received a practical finisher pack containing items such as mineral water, Lulu almond juice, Maidesike meal vouchers, Taikang Bober Dental service cards, C&S pocket tissues, wet wipes and Danhe rice crackers.
After fierce competition, Hou Yang and Quan Ru from the School of Physical Education won the championships of the male and female faculty categories respectively, while Lin Shuhan from the School of Earth Sciences and Engineering and Zhang Ningwa from the School of Foreign Languages claimed the titles of the male and female student categories.
In recent years, the university has attached great importance to physical education, actively implemented the guiding principles ofHealthy China 2030 Plan, and regarded physical exercise as an important way to foster the all-round development of students. The Campus Fun Run is a concrete embodiment of this philosophy, enabling faculty and students to experience joy through sports and unleash their passion during the run.
The Campus Fun Run is not only a sports competition, but also an important carrier for campus culture construction. Li Shoubang, Dean of the School of Physical Education, stated that such events can help faculty and students gain a deeper understanding of the sportsmanship and foster a positive and healthy campus atmosphere. Participants expressed that during the run, they were able to relieve stress, enhance friendships and cultivate the character of perseverance. Taking this event as an opportunity, they will continue to carry forward the Iron Man Spirit, the Petroleum Spirit and the Yan’an Spirit, carry this perseverance and courage and march forward fearlessly on the pathof pursuingtheir dreams.As the organizers put it,“Every runner who persiststothe finish line is a winner.”
This Campus Fun Run has not only strengthened the physical fitness of faculty and students, but also fortified their willpower and moral character. The footsteps of runners will never cease, and the philosophy of healthy living is being widely promoted across the campus. The university will continue to diversify the forms and contents of campus sports activities, turn events like the Fun Run into a shining calling card of campus culture, encourage more faculty and students to engage in physical exercise, and foster a more positive and healthy campus atmosphere.
The 2025 Campus Fun Run at Xi’an Shiyou University drew to a close amid cheers, yet the faculty and students’pursuit of and passion fora healthy life will keep spreading.
Run, youth! Run, members of Xi’an Shiyou University(XSYU)!
