On Dec 21, the Shandong University (SDU) 2025 Winter Campus Run took place at the Xinglongshan Campus in Jinan, bringing together nearly 1,200 students and faculty for a spirited 5-kilometer race. The event showcased the athletic perseverance and campus unity amidst the winter chill.

The competition featured three categories: non-PE major students, PE majors, and faculty members. An electronic timing system was used to record net times for ranking. Participants crossing the finish line within the designated time were rewarded with a commemorative medal.

The energy was high even before the start. The SDU Street Dance Association energized the crowd, followed by songs from students in the School of Physical Education, the School of Electrical Engineering, and the School of Journalism and Communication. To ensure safety, a professional instructor from the School of Physical Education led a warm-up session, preparing runners for the challenge.

As the race began, participants followed a scenic route through the heart of the campus. The track was a scene of emotion: some runners sprinted for the podium, while others jogged with classmates, colleagues and friends, enjoying the communal joy of the sport. Supported by volunteers and the cheers of spectators, the runners transformed the campus into a dynamic landscape of grit and sweat, embodying the university's spirit of sportsmanship, unity and joy.

High-energy moves from the Street Dance Association set the atmosphere. [Photo/Shandong University]

Runners move past the starting line to begin the 5 km race. [Photo/Shandong University]