Fifty Silla University Students and Staff Walk 100km Across Jeju in Five-Day National Land Grand March

Embracing Challenge and Community,
Taking Action for the Environment through Plogging

Fifty students and staff members from Silla University participated in community and environmental protection activities while walking along the coastal trails of Jeju Island.

Silla University, led by President Nam Sik Hur, announced on August 18 that it held the "2026 Hwarang Road Challenge (National Land Grand March)" around Jeju Island from August 3 to 7, 2026.

This event, organized as part of the University Innovation Support Project, involved 45 students and 5 faculty and staff members, totaling 50 participants. Starting from Jeju International Airport, they walked to Sanbangsan via Aewol and Moseulpo, arriving at their destination on August 6.

Students and staff of Silla University are participating in a National Long-Distance Trekking event.

Students and faculty members from Silla University participating in the National Land March event.

Along with the trek, participants also took part in the plogging activity "One Step Jeju Road Cleanup," which involved picking up litter while walking. By traveling on foot through Jeju’s natural environment, they engaged directly in environmental conservation efforts.

During the five-day event, the participants encouraged and supported one another through long walks and group activities. By stepping out of their everyday routines and the campus environment to experience Jeju’s nature and pursue a shared goal, they embraced both challenge and cooperation.

Doh Hyunseung, the chairman of the Student Welfare Committee, remarked, "It was more meaningful because it went beyond a simple march; by plogging together, we could truly appreciate the beauty and value of Jeju. Walking side by side with the students, supporting and cooperating with one another, also reminded us of the importance of community."

President Nam Sik Hur stated, "I believe this journey provided an opportunity for students to overcome their own limitations and grow even stronger. I hope that the experiences and spirit of challenge gained during this journey become one more step toward their growth."

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