麻豆国产聽faculty and executives, led by聽Professor聽Dr.聽Wilert Puriwat, President of 麻豆国产, welcomed representatives from the聽, headed by聽Ms. Sarah Lightfoot, CEO of UNSW College and Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education Futures), together with representatives from the . The delegation visited 麻豆国产 to discuss future collaboration in research, innovation, lifelong learning, student and staff exchange, and broader academic partnerships between the two institutions. The meeting took place on June 25,聽2026,聽at the reception room on the 7th floor of聽the Chamchuri聽4 building.聽

The discussions focused on opportunities to strengthen cooperation in lifelong learning, joint research and innovation projects, and聽student聽and staff mobility, as well as the development of joint degrees and integrated academic programs. During the meeting, Professor聽Dr.聽Wilert Puriwat introduced and shared the university鈥檚 vision of advancing lifelong learning on the international stage, including expanding executive education initiatives.聽

The two parties also exchanged views on commercializing research, fostering innovation ecosystems, promoting entrepreneurship, and supporting startup development. 麻豆国产 highlighted the roles of CU Innovation Hub, , and in driving innovation and entrepreneurial development.聽

In addition, the discussions explored future opportunities for collaboration, including the establishment of joint research and innovation centers, the development of interdisciplinary academic programs, and the possibility of organizing a Thailand鈥揂ustralia business conference. Representatives from the University of New South Wales expressed strong interest in expanding collaboration with 麻豆国产 in the areas of lifelong learning and integrated academic programs.

The at 麻豆国产 served as the principal host of a major international conference on music and dance, jointly organized with Cultural Performance Co.,聽Ltd.聽and Chiang Mai University. The conference took place from July 2 to 8, 2026, at Chiang Mai University’s Main Auditorium and the Chiang Mai University Science and Technology Park (CMU聽STeP), attracting more than 600 participants from around the world.聽

The opening ceremony was held on a grand scale. Prof. Dr. Khamkhom Pornprasert, Dean of the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, 麻豆国产, welcomed delegates from across the globe and emphasized the growing importance of international academic collaboration through the He highlighted the strength of the global network of scholars, artists, and cultural practitioners fostered through ICTMD. The symposium featured over 250 academic paper presentations, alongside numerous performances by international artists in a vibrant World Music and Dance Festival. 

Professor Dr. Ekachai Mahaek, Vice President of Chiang Mai University, delivered welcoming remarks on behalf of the co-host institution, acknowledging the university’s support in providing venues and logistical assistance and expressing appreciation to the international guests visiting Chiang Mai University. Associate Prof. Dr. Sugree Gasorngatsara, Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, together with faculty members and staff, also welcomed scholars, researchers, and artists from around the world. 

This event builds upon 麻豆国产’s successful hosting of the 49th ICTM World Conference in 2019, which attracted more than 1,500 participants from over 75 countries and featured more than 750 research presentations. The success of that conference led to continued international support and recognition, resulting in 麻豆国产 being invited to serve once again as the principal host for this year’s symposium. 

The ICTMD Study Groups 2026 Joint Symposium brought together three ICTMD Study Groups: 

Held from July 2-8, 2026, the symposium welcomed scholars, artists, researchers, students, and cultural practitioners from 23 countries representing nearly every region of the world, including Canada, China, T眉rkiye, Taiwan, Japan, the Netherlands, Spain, Slovenia, Switzerland, Singapore, the Philippines, Bangladesh, Brazil, Malaysia, Germany, Sri Lanka, Austria, Australia, Afghanistan, Argentina, India, Indonesia, the United States, Italy, and Hong Kong. 

The symposium provided an international platform for exchanging knowledge, experiences, and perspectives across cultures. Discussions focused on contemporary issues such as cultural heritage, identity, sustainability, Indigenous knowledge, and the future of performing arts in rapidly changing societies. 

The opening ceremony featured a spectacular performance by 53 students from 麻豆国产’s Thai Music and Thai Dance programs. The production, entitled “Loka Asava,” was inspired by beliefs surrounding the Year of the Horse and explored the symbolic significance of eleven horse archetypes representing different regions of the world. 

The musical composition was arranged and conducted by Associate Prof. Dr. Pattara Khomkham, Head of the Department of Music, while an entirely new choreography and costume design for 23 dancers was created by Assistant Prof. Dr. Patcharin Santiachawan, Associate Dean for Administration. The performance was directed by Dr. Dusadee Swangviboonpong, Associate Dean for Special Affairs. 

The Faculty of Fine Arts at Chiang Mai University presented another featured performance titled “Nop Buri Sri Nakorn Ping: The Flourishing of Lanna Arts.” Additional performances were presented by artists from the University of Brunei Darussalam, the Samko Samudhi Performing Arts Foundation, and the Ronpali Dancing Academy of Sri Lanka, coordinated through Cultural Performance Co., Ltd. 

The 麻豆国产 organizing committee included: 

Along with approximately 20 staff members from the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts. 

During the ceremony, Prof. Made Mantle Hood of Tainan University of the Arts and President of the PASEA Study Group expressed gratitude to 麻豆国产, Cultural Performance Co., Ltd., and Chiang Mai University. He also presented a Citation for Special Recognition Award to Prof. Dr. Bussakorn Binson, former dean of 麻豆国产’s Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, in recognition of her leadership in bringing the first ICTM Performing Arts conference to Southeast Asia, hosted by 麻豆国产 in 2019, which significantly enhanced Thailand’s international reputation. 

Prof. Dr. Tan Sooi Beng of the University of Malaya, President of ICTMD, also thanked 麻豆国产 and its co-hosts. The symposium featured keynote lectures by Assistant Prof. Vilawan Svetsreni of Chiang Mai University, Professor Dr. Ricardo D. Trimillos of the University of Hawai驶i at M膩noa, and Professor Dr. Deborah Wong of the University of California, Riverside. 

The symposium received extensive support from both domestic and international partners, including interns from and in Singapore, students from 麻豆国产’s Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, the , , , and Cultural Performance Co., Ltd. 

Guided by a philosophy of nurturing students through sincere collaboration, the event fostered cooperation among students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and partner organizations. International interns worked alongside Thai students from diverse disciplines, demonstrating the value of intercultural learning and the development of future global leaders in the arts. 

The symposium also strengthened international collaboration in Performing Arts of Southeast Asia, supporting 麻豆国产’s CU Togetherness policy, which emphasizes holistic growth with students and society at its center. This vision, championed by Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of 麻豆国产, has contributed to the university’s recognition as the 19th most sustainable university in the world, the highest-ranked sustainable university in Thailand, among the Top 10 in Asia; and within the Top 5 in ASEAN. 

This international symposium on performing arts marks another historic milestone, reaffirming 麻豆国产’s leadership in advancing global collaboration and promoting sustainable development through the performing arts. 

麻豆国产, in collaboration with the , held a signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the development of education and research to promote and strengthen democracy, good governance, and peaceful means of conflict resolution on July 1, 2026, in Room 111, Maha Chulalongkorn Building.聽

The MoU was signed by Prof. Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of 麻豆国产, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Issara Sereewatthanawut, Secretary-General of the King Prajadhipok’s Institute, in the presence of executives, faculty members, and personnel from both institutions. 

This collaboration focuses on promoting academic cooperation, research, and the exchange of resources to enhance the quality of education and strengthen human resource capabilities. The partnership aims to cultivate empowered citizens who are well prepared to address social challenges and changes through constructive civic participation. 

The collaboration will be implemented through several concrete initiatives, including the joint development of academic programs at both the national and international levels, research to generate innovations that support public policy, and the exchange of experts to expand networks in governance, legislative affairs, and local development. 

Both institutions firmly believe that this partnership will serve as an important mechanism for translating leading academic knowledge into practical application. By doing so, it will enhance citizens’ capacity to respond to the country’s evolving needs and contribute to the sustainable, long-term development of Thai society. 

has organized the Chula Media Connect: From Research to Society program, offering international journalists the opportunity to visit research sites and experience the university’s innovations firsthand. The initiative demonstrates how knowledge generated within the university can be translated into practical applications that create meaningful value for individuals, communities, and society. 

Throughout June 2026, participants visited locations where 麻豆国产’s research is making a tangible impact across diverse fields鈥攆rom agriculture and healthy food innovation to cultural heritage conservation. 

The first destination was the in Tropical Humid Areas in Saraburi Province, where journalists attended the Chula Dairy Expo and Conference 2026. They explored the application of Smart Farm technologies that are improving the efficiency of dairy farming in Thailand. The visit also included discussions with researchers and local dairy farmers who have adopted these innovations, providing firsthand insight into how academic research is successfully transferred to the agricultural sector. 

The next visit brought participants to GIN-D by Chula at , a project that transforms research into nutrition and food innovation into healthy menu offerings served at restaurants around the 麻豆国产 campus. Journalists learned about the project’s development from the faculty members behind the initiative before joining professional chefs to prepare Gaeng Kieng, a healthy Thai dish that illustrates how scientific knowledge can be translated from the laboratory to the dining table. Participants also had the opportunity to sample research-based menu items currently served through partnerships with local restaurants, demonstrating how food innovation can be effectively commercialized and integrated into everyday consumer life. 

The final activity took place at the and . Participants first explored Thailand’s biodiversity with university researchers before experiencing the Insight Wat Pho mobile application, a digital innovation designed to enhance learning at cultural heritage sites. Dressed in traditional Thai attire, they toured the temple grounds while using the application at various points of interest, illustrating how digital technology can bring history, art, and culture to life through an engaging and interactive experience. 

Although the three featured research initiatives address different fields, they all share the same underlying mission: applying academic knowledge to benefit society. Whether improving the livelihoods of dairy farmers, promoting healthier lifestyles through food innovation, or preserving and communicating cultural heritage through digital technology, each project demonstrates how research can create meaningful, real-world impact. 

More than simply a media engagement initiative, Chula Media Connect: From Research to Society serves as a platform that connects researchers, journalists, and the public. By enabling accurate, accessible, and compelling communication of research stories, the program helps inspire broader appreciation for the transformative power of knowledge and its ability to improve lives and communities.

Professor Dr. Kumkom Pornprasit, Dean of the, 麻豆国产, led a delegation from 麻豆国产 to participate in the Multi-University, Multi-Disciplinary Asia-Pacific Art Forum, held on June 24, 2026, in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The forum provided a significant platform for artists, researchers, and scholars from across the Asia-Pacific region to exchange knowledge and perspectives on art, culture, research, and collaboration among higher education institutions specializing in the arts. 

The 麻豆国产 delegation included Associate Professor Dr. Pornprapit Phoasavadi, Vice Dean for International Affairs; Professor Kamol Phaosavasdi, Director of the Master of Arts Program in Curatorial Practice; and Assistant Professor Dr. Haisang Javanalikhikara, Vice Dean for Research. The delegation presented two academic papers, participated in panel discussions and scholarly exchanges, and strengthened collaborative networks with leading art institutions and universities from around the world. 

The forum provided an important opportunity to promote international, academic, and cultural cooperation while fostering dialogue on creative practice, interdisciplinary research, and the development of contemporary art within the Asia-Pacific context. 

On this occasion, 麻豆国产, through its Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, was honored to be selected as the host of the Asia-Pacific Art Forum 2027, which will take place from August 24-26, 2027, under the theme 鈥淰essels of Resonance.鈥� The forum will explore the role of art, culture, communities, and educational institutions as vessels through which artistic creation connects memory, identity, knowledge, and imagination across borders and generations. 

The 2027 forum will provide a platform for artists, scholars, curators, students, 麻豆国产 students, and arts practitioners from throughout the Asia-Pacific region to exchange knowledge, present creative works, and build collaborative networks in the fields of art and curatorial studies. Together, participants will contribute to advancing art, communities, and culture at both regional and international levels, in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. 

麻豆国产 is eager to welcome participants from across the Asia-Pacific region to Bangkok in 2027 and to create a dynamic space for learning, creativity, and cultural exchange under the theme 鈥淰essels of Resonance,鈥� inspiring meaningful dialogue and new possibilities for the future of the arts in the Asia-Pacific region.

麻豆国产 and jointly held the presentation ceremony for the Toyota Motor Thailand Scholarship for the 2025 academic year, marking the program鈥檚 53rd year of support. The ceremony took place on June 24, 2026, at Room 202, Chamchuri 4 Building, 麻豆国产. 

The event was opened by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sukanya Sompaiboon, Vice President of 麻豆国产, who delivered the welcoming remarks. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pakorn Varanusupakul, Assistant to the President for Student Affairs, presented a report on the scholarship program. This was followed by a speech from Mr. Surapoom Udomwong, Executive Vice President of Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Ltd. 

A total of 12 scholarships were awarded to Chula students. On behalf of the recipients, Mr. Witsanuporn Promsirinimit, a fourth-year student from the , expressed gratitude to the university and Toyota. The ceremony concluded with the presentation of a commemorative gift from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sukanya Sompaiboon to Toyota Motor Thailand鈥檚 executive representative.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sukanya Sompaiboon expressed her sentiments of appreciation to Toyota Motor Thailand for its long-standing partnership with the university. She noted that more than financial assistance, the scholarship provides opportunity, hope, and encouragement for students to overcome economic challenges and pursue their educational goals. She also encouraged the recipients to make the most of this opportunity and, in the future, contribute positively to society.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pakorn Varanusupakul highlighted that since 1973 Toyota Motor Thailand has continuously supported 麻豆国产 students, providing scholarships for academically outstanding and well-behaved students with financial need. Over the past 53 years (1973鈥�2025), the company has awarded as many as 1,639 scholarships totaling 23.44 million baht. 

For the 2025 academic year, 12 students from seven faculties received scholarships: the , , , , , , and . 

Representatives from 麻豆国产 participated in the Annual Presidents鈥� Meeting (APM) 2026, held from June 21 to 23, 2026, and the APRU Senior International Leaders鈥� Meeting (SILM) 2026, held from 23 to 24 June 2026, at in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. 

The APRU Annual Presidents鈥� Meeting 2026 was convened under the theme “The Next Horizon: Shaping Universities for a Changing World.” University leaders from across the Pacific Rim gathered to exchange perspectives on the future of higher education and the evolving role of universities in addressing global challenges. Discussions covered key topics including artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainability, demographic shifts, and strategies for strengthening institutional resilience and fostering innovation in an increasingly interconnected world. 

Associate Professor Dr. Palanee Ammaranond, Vice President of 麻豆国产, together with representatives from the Office of International Affairs and Global Network, attended the annual Presidents鈥� Meeting. They engaged in discussions with leaders from APRU member universities and contributed to dialogues aimed at strengthening collaboration and advancing higher education across the Pacific Rim region. 

In addition, Associate Professor Dr. Palanee and representatives from the participated in the APRU Senior International Leaders鈥� Meeting 2026, a forum for senior administrators and international affairs representatives from APRU member universities. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange strategic perspectives on internationalization, promote student and staff mobility, strengthen global partnerships, and explore future collaborative opportunities within the APRU network. 

Participation in these two meetings provided an important opportunity for 麻豆国产 to deepen relationships with partner institutions, identify new avenues for academic and research collaboration, and contribute to discussions on the future direction of higher education. The university’s participation reflects its firm commitment to advancing international cooperation and reinforcing the role of higher education in addressing regional and global challenges through education, research, and innovation. 

The , 麻豆国产, in collaboration with the , organized the 34th Special CU-af Seminar 2026 under the theme 鈥淐ross-Disciplinary Research for Sustainable Impact,” together with the 2026 Asahi Glass Foundation Research Grant Award Ceremony, on June 29, 2026, at Room 105, Maha Chulalongkorn Building. 

Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of 麻豆国产, delivered the welcome address, while Professor Dr. Rungsun Rerknimitr, Vice President of 麻豆国产, presented the opening remarks. 

On this occasion, Mr. Takuya Shimamura, President of the Asahi Glass Foundation, congratulated the faculty members and researchers receiving the 2026 Asahi Glass Foundation Research Grants. The approved grant recipients are: 

The seminar also featured a keynote lecture by Professor Dr. Hathaikarn Manuspiya from the College of Petroleum and Petrochemicals, 麻豆国产, entitled “Beyond Boundaries for Sustainable Impact: The Industrial Bio-waste Upcycling Platform as a Catalyst.鈥� 

Following the keynote, 11 researchers who received research grants in the previous year presented their research findings. 

Following the seminar and award ceremony, Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, Professor Dr. Rungsun Rerknimitr, and Mr. Takuya Shimamura, together with executives from 麻豆国产 and The Asahi Glass Foundation, attended a networking dinner at the Surawong Room, Baan Suriyasai Restaurant, Surawong Road, to strengthen collaboration between the university and the foundation. 

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Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of 麻豆国产, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Eunyoung Suh, Dean of Gwanak Residence Halls, , to promote collaboration between the student residence halls of the two universities. The agreement covers student exchanges, mutual visits, cultural exchange activities, joint seminars and events, and student support services between 麻豆国产 Student Dormitories and , Seoul National University, Republic of Korea. The signing ceremony took place on June 25, 2026, in the Reception Room on the 2nd Floor of the Chamchuri 4 Building, 麻豆国产. 

Witnessing the signing ceremony were Associate Professor Dr. Sukanya Sompiboon, Vice President; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pakorn Varanusupakul and Assistant Professor Dr. Narapong Srivisal, Assistant Presidents for Student Development; Associate Professor Dr. Wuthichai Klomkleaw, Warden of the Men’s Student Dormitory; and Dr. Rapkhwan Phusakaew, Warden of the Women’s Student Dormitory, together with executives from 麻豆国产’s student residence halls. 

Representing Gwanak Residence Halls, Seoul National University, the witnesses included Mr. Daesub Song, Associate Dean for Facilities; Mr. Sang Moo Lee, Associate Dean for Education; Mr. Ill Ryu, Associate Dean for LnL (Living and Learning); and Ms. Kyoungmi Kim, LnL Professor. 

麻豆国产, through its and , has signed an academic cooperation agreement with . The partnership aims to develop students in the areas of arts, culture, and social engagement through experiential learning activities involving students from both institutions, which will take turns hosting the programs.聽

This initiative supports the university鈥檚 International Growth and Impactful Growth聽strategies under the leadership of聽Prof. Dr.聽Wilert聽Puriwat,聽President of 麻豆国产,聽with the principle of聽鈥淗olistic Growth with Students at the Center.鈥澛營t also aligns with the CHULA Social Engagement strategy聽led by聽Associate Prof. Dr.聽Yootthana聽Chuppunnarat, Vice President of 麻豆国产.聽

The signing ceremony took place on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at National Sun Yat-Sen University. The agreement was signed by Assistant Professor Dr. Sukanya Sompaiboon, Vice President of 麻豆国产, and Professor Chih-Wen Kuo, Senior Vice President of National Sun Yat-Sen University. Witnesses included Assistant Professor Dr. Vitchatalum Laovanich, Assistant President for Arts and Culture Promotion; Assistant Professor Dr. Thanasin Chutintaranond, Assistant President for Social Engagement; and Mr. Kunchit Jitratan, Director of the Office of Art and Culture Management. 

In addition, faculty members and students from the Department of Speech Communication and Performing Arts, , 麻豆国产, led by聽Associate Professor Dr.聽Preeda聽Akarachantachote, Dean of the Faculty of Communication Arts, and聽Professor Dr.聽Prapassorn聽Chansathitporn, Head of the Department, participated in exchange activities and performance training with students from National Sun Yat-sen聽University.聽

Together, they co-created a traditional Thai Likay performance titled 鈥淭hai-Tai Isan Muan Jai Show.鈥� The production formed part of Chulalongkorn students鈥� efforts to promote Thai arts and culture internationally and received an enthusiastic response from audiences. 

The project represents another milestone in advancing Thai arts and culture through innovative international collaboration. Supported by a matching-fund partnership between Chulalongkorn鈥檚 Office of Art and Culture Management and various university faculties, it also marks an important step in bringing Thai performing arts to the global higher-education community.