To stimulate the innovative awareness of young students, enhance students' interest in learning geotechnical engineering and related disciplines, exercise students' hands-on practical ability and collaborative spirit, and promote communication and exchange among students from different universities, the event is hosted by the Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering Branch of the China Civil Engineering Society, organized by Zhejiang University, and title-sponsored and supported by Zhaodi Holding Group.The "Zhaodi Cup" 6th National College Student Geotechnical Engineering Competitionwill be heldon July 4, 2025grandly at the Zijingang Campus of Zhejiang University (registration on July 3).

The competition topic is "Design and Construction of Composite Foundation." Participating students are required to use the rubber particles, fine sand, A3 paper, and model box provided by the organizers to build a composite foundation model, carry out design, fabrication, and testing, and the team with the highest score wins.For the relevant scoring criteria, model construction requirements, etc., please seethe attachment (read the original text)or the college official website (http://www.ccea.zju.edu.cn/2025/0513/c7969a3048494/page.htm).

On the occasion of the "Zhaodi Cup" 6th National College Student Geotechnical Engineering Competition, in order to better present the professional demeanor, innovative thinking, and youthful vitality of geotechnical students, the "Zhaodi Cup · Our Geotechnical Story" Douyin Short Video Contest is hereby held, with a range of prizes such as new DJI, Xiaomi, and Huawei products carefully prepared.

1. Work Collection Period

June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025

2. Work Evaluation Period

July 1, 2025 - July 4, 2025

3. Result Announcement Time

July 5, 2025 (announced concurrently with the final of the "Zhaodi Cup" 6th National College Student Geotechnical Engineering Competition)

(1) Short Video Content Requirements

Entries must revolve around the "Zhaodi Cup National College Student Geotechnical Engineering Competition," and the content may include but is not limited to the following aspects:

1. Interesting preparation stories and breakthroughs on difficulties in this competition;

2. Gains, growth, and insights during experimental practice;

3. Introductions and interpretations of classic cases of geotechnical technology application and cutting-edge technologies that are inspiring for the participating projects;

4. Narrating professional sentiment and career ideals from the perspective of "geotechnical people."

(2) Short Video Publishing Requirements

1. At the end of the video, the video clip provided by the competition must be used; follow the official Douyin account of Zhaodi Holding Group and download the video clip from the pinned video;

2. The work is published on the Douyin platform, and the copymust include the topics #ZhaodiCup6thNationalCollegeStudentGeotechnicalEngineeringCompetition#, #NewForceofGreenConstruction,GeotechnicalYouthCreatingtheFuture# and @the official Douyin account of Zhaodi Holding Group.

1. Distinct theme, closely following the theme and publishing requirements, with positive and uplifting content;

2. Ranking is based on the total number oflikes, shares + favoritesof the work before 24:00 on June 30.

1. First Prize: 1 winner

Prize: DJI Pocket 3 handheld camera + certificate of honor

2. Second Prize: 2 winners

Prize: Xiaomi Redmi Projector 3 + certificate of honor

3. Third Prize: 5 winners

Prize: Huawei FreeBuds 5i earphones + certificate of honor

1. Announcement of the winner list

At 10:00 on July 5, 2025, the official Douyin account of Zhaodi Holding Group will release the winner list.

2. Prize collection method

Winning information will be sent to the winning authors via Douyin private message, and mailing information will be communicated;

if the winning authors are at the "Zhaodi Cup" event site, they may collect the prizes directly.

1. Entries must be original. If plagiarism, misappropriation, or other infringing acts are found, eligibility will be canceled and relevant responsibilities will be pursued.

2. Participants must ensure that the personal information provided is true and valid for subsequent contact and award presentation.

3. The organizers have the right to publicize, display, and promote the entries, and shall respect the intellectual property rights of the participants during use.

4. Entries must not contain content that violates laws and regulations or public order and good customs, and must not contain advertisements, commercial promotion, or other information (except reasonable content related to Zhaodi Holding Group).

5. In case of force majeure, the organizers have the right to adjust the activity process and schedule and to notify participants in a timely manner.

6. The final interpretation right of this activity belongs to the organizers.