Publisher: International Business School

Date: March 20, 2024

The International Business School at Jinan University commenced its highly anticipated Happy Run event on the afternoon of March 14th, 2024, at the track and field on the Zhuhai campus. The event witnessed a remarkable turnout of over 800 enthusiastic teachers and students, including notable figures such as Lin Xiaoling, Secretary of the Party Committee of Zhuhai Campus, Wu Jing, Dean of the International Business School, and Xu Gang, Secretary of the Party Branch, along with heads of various departments and colleges at the campus.

In her address, Lin Xiaoling highlighted Jinan University's unwavering commitment to sports development and innovative approaches to sports education. She emphasized the school's dedication to fostering a comprehensive sports education model that integrates curriculum-based sports, campus sports culture construction, and extracurricular sports club activities. Lin Xiaoling also showcased the positive outcomes achieved through the Running Plan implemented in 2021, underscoring the significance of the Happy Run event in promoting campus cultural construction. She encouraged students to embrace the joy of sports, challenge themselves, and embody the resilient spirit of Jinan University through physical activity.

The Happy Run event featured a blend of individual and group competitions, attracting the participation and interest of over 3000 teachers and students. To provide expert guidance to the participants, Professor Mo Youxue from the Sports College was appointed as the guiding teacher for the event. Wu Jing and Xu Gang formally appointed three teachers to assist in overseeing the various running groups.

Amidst the energetic atmosphere, Wu Jing led the collective chant of I exercise, I am healthy, I am happy, resonating the vibrant spirit and vitality of the Jinan community. Following a thorough warm-up session led by Mo Youxue, the event officially commenced with the sound of the whistle, marking the beginning of an exhilarating run around the campus track. The sight of smiling faces and determined participants created a picturesque scene at the Jizhu campus.

Mo Youxue expressed his appreciation for the enthusiastic participation in the Happy Run event, emphasizing the importance of physical activity for the youth. He encouraged all attendees to find joy, prioritize health, and embrace the passion and happiness derived from sports as a catalyst for personal growth and academic success.

The Happy Run event is poised to significantly impact sports education by encouraging active participation in running, promoting physical well-being, and showcasing the spirited nature of Jinan University through enthusiasm and determination.