Born To Be Wild

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  • STOU helps raise sustainability awareness among agriculturists

    STOU helps raise sustainability awareness among agriculturists

    On 19 February 2024, the School of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University together with the Office of Natural Resource and Environment of Samut Songkhram Province, organized an event “Awareness-Raising for the Use of Agricultural Waste” at Kanokrat Resort in Ban Prok, Muang, Samut Songkhram. Mr. Korakot Wongsuwan, Deputy Governor of Samut Songkhram Province, presided over the opening ceremony. There were 70 participants from 3 districts in the province. The event was a part of the “Garbage Collection Management and Waste Value Addition for Samut Songkhram” Project.

    Asst. Prof. Dr. Gan Chanyawudhiwan, Acting Vice-President for Academic Services, Cultural Preservation, and International Affairs, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Parichat Dittakit, Director of the Rajamangalaphisek Education Park Division, led a group of faculty members and staff to join the event.

    Dr. Parichat gave a special talk on “Innovation in Agricultural Waste Management in Driving BCG Model Towards Sustainable Social Development” and joined a discussion on “Systematic Management of Waste at Source and Waste Economic Value Addition.”

  • STOU Nursing Capping Ceremony 2023

    STOU Nursing Capping Ceremony 2023

    Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University’s School of Nursing celebrates The Capping, Pinning and Candle Lighting Ceremony for Academic Year 2022 on 17 February 2023 at the conference hall of Phitayapat Building at STOU Nonthaburi. Asst. Prof. Dr. Premruetai Noimuenwai, Dean of the School of Nursing presided over as the chair of the ceremony. There were 71 out of 203 students joined the ceremony.

    The capping and pinning ceremony marks an important milestone for nursing students who finished their basic courses and are ready for clinical practice. The ceremony promotes the value of professional pride, and a positive attitude toward the nursing profession and their home institution, where the nursing students’ working morality, ethics, and culture are cultivated.

    The event was attended by proud family members. Those unable to attend can watch the live streaming of the ceremony via various channels.

    Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University has offered nursing programs since 1984. There are currently 3 programs including Bachelor of Nursing Science, Master of Nursing Science in Nursing Administration, and Master of Nursing Science in Community Nurse Practitioner.

  • STOU joined the 4th National and 14th International Conference on Arts and Culture

    STOU joined the 4th National and 14th International Conference on Arts and Culture

    The Thailand University Art and Culture Network held the 4th National and 14th International Conference on Arts and Culture (ICAC2024) with the theme of “Soft Power – Arts and Culture in Creative Economy” on 17 and 18 February 2024, at Buddha Wichalai Building, Phranakhon Rajabhat University, Bangkok.

    On 17 February 2024, Mr. Permsuk Sutchaphiwat, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, presided over the opening ceremony and gave a keynote speech on “MHESI’s Role in Driving Thailand’s Soft Power.”

    The conference featured various academic and cultural activities including a conference session on “– Arts and Culture in Creative Economy,” presentations of research and academic works of both faculty members and students, exhibitions of arts, culture and local wisdom in the concept of “Khong Dee Ban Chan” which means My Hometown’s Charms.

    The participating institutions and agencies concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a network for cultural restoration, conservation, dissemination and enhancement, uniting people and resources. Asst. Prof. Dr. Phanompatt Smitananda, Acting President of STOU, signed the MOU with 14 partners including Office of Contemporary Art  (Ministry of Culture), Department of Cultural Promotion, Community Development Department (Ministry of Interior), Burapha University, Kanchanaburi Rajabhat University, Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University, Phranakhon Si Ayutthaya Rajabhat University, Nakhon Pathom Rajabhat University, Phetchaburi Rajabhat University, Phranakhon Rajabhat University, Rajamangala University of Technology Krungthep, Rambhai Barni Rajabhat University, Thepsatri Rajabhat University, and Suratthani Rajabhat University.

    Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chanoknart Boonwatthanakul, Director of the Office of Continuing Education keenly joined the conference as a commentator for the research presentation. The university also showcased the Art of Thai Vegetable and Fruit Carving by Chef Nikom Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya or Chef Kob from the STOU Seminar and Training Center at the “Khong Dee Ban Chan” Exhibition.

  • MOU Signing Ceremony between STOU and ANAU

    MOU Signing Ceremony between STOU and ANAU

    On 14 February 2024, Asst. Prof. Dr. Phanompatt Smitananda, STOU Acting President together with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Narathip Sriram, Acting Vice-President for Education, Learning Support, and Research, Asst. Prof. Dr. Gan Chanyawudhiwan, Acting Vice-President for Academic Services, Cultural Preservation, and International Affairs, and Mrs. Rattip Phukkeson, Acting Director of the Department of International Affairs, joined the virtual signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding between Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) and Anadolu University (ANAU), Turkiye.

    Asst. Prof. Dr. Phanompatt Smitananda, STOU Acting President, and Professor Dr. Fuat Erdal, ANAU President signed the MOU, which was witnessed by executives from both universities.

    Anadolu University is a leading university in digital technology and educational innovation in Turkiye. It is one of the largest universities providing both conventional and distance education. There are nearly two million students from 128 countries enrolled at ANAU this academic year. There are over 550 exchange students and faculty members.

    The MOU Signing Ceremony between STOU and ANAU created a cooperative network for the exchange of academics, research, innovation, and culture. The cooperation will help enhance the quality of personnel and research, answering to university’s vision of becoming ‘the world-leading open university utilizing technology and educational innovation to provide lifelong education for all.’

  • Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn conferred honorary degree from STOU

    Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn conferred honorary degree from STOU

    On 14 February at 9.11 hrs., HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn granted an Audience to representatives of Thai higher educational institutions at Sa Pathum Palace.

    Dr. Niran Jongwutiwes, Vice-Chairman of the University Council together with senior executives and staff from Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University, attended the royal audience with Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn to humbly confer an honorary degree of Doctor of Philosophy Program in Curriculum and Instruction.

  • Nonthaburi Sustainable Urban Agriculture Studies by STOU and KU

    Nonthaburi Sustainable Urban Agriculture Studies by STOU and KU

    Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University by Rajamangalaphisek Education Park Division and School of Agriculture and Cooperatives joined hands with Kasetsart University in working on the Nonthaburi Sustainable Urban Agriculture Studies Center Project.

    On 4 February 2024, the opening ceremony was held at Laddawan Garden in Nonthaburi, where Asst. Prof. Dr. Gan Chanyawudhiwan, Acting Vice-President for Academic Services, Cultural Preservation, and International Affairs, presided over. The event featured also workshops on urban agriculture space designing and salad vegetable plating moderated by Asst. Prof. Dr. Parichat Dittakit, Director of the STOU Rajamangalaphisek Education Park Division and Project Leader.

  • STOU received LESS letter of recognition

    STOU received LESS letter of recognition

    The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment by Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organization (Public Organization) awarded Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University a Letter of Recognition for participating in the Low Emission Support Scheme (LESS).

    Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University changed 53 air conditioners which helped to reduce 15.866 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent. The university was recognized for participating in LESS on 26 December 2024.


  • STOU Lecturer receives award at Thailand Inventors’ Day 2024

    STOU Lecturer receives award at Thailand Inventors’ Day 2024

    On 2 February 2024, Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn graced the “Thailand Inventors’ Day 2024” opening ceremony with Her royal presence and bestowed certificates to recipients of the National Research Awards, at Event Hall 102, Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) Bangna.

    Among the awardees were Dr. Tanapond Swanpitak, Head of the Business Administration Program, School of Management Science, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University, who presented her thesis titled “Family Control and Corporate Decision-Making: Evidence from Thailand’s Listed Firms.”

    Thailand Inventors’ Day falls on 2 February to commemorate the inventorship of King Rama IX who enjoyed the invention patent for Chaipattana Low Speed Surface Aerator on 2 February 1993.

    Thailand Inventors’ Day 2024 was held from 2 to 6 February 2024, at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) Bangna, under the theme of “Inventions and Innovations Leading the Nation.” The event featured various exhibitions, including ones on “The Father of. Thai Invention,” the National Research Awards and inventions and innovations from Thai and international organizations, Thailand New Gen Inventors Award 2024: I-New Gen Award 2024 and etc. The Bangkok International Intellectual Property, Invention, Innovation and Technology Exposition (IPITEx) 2024 was held simultaneously along with other seminars and workshops.

  • Donations for Umphang Hospital

    Donations for Umphang Hospital

    On 26 January 2024, Asst. Prof. Dr. Pavin Chinachoti, Dean of the School of Management Science, represented Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University in making donations of unused medicine and paper and cloth bags for reuse to Umphang Hospital and nearby hospitals in need.

    Umphang Hospital is the district hospital of Umphang in Tak province in the North of Thailand. The hospital is responsible for over 91,000 patients, out of which 42,000 have no access to health care welfare. The medicine donation will help out a lot of people rather than have them go to waste. The hospital’s patients can use the donated bags to carry home the prescribed medicine.

    This was the sixth donation made under the Sustainability Awareness-Raising campaigns at Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University. Those interested can contact the Department of International Affairs at 0 2504 7173 for more information regarding all ongoing campaigns.

  • STOU joined 49th University Games of Thailand – Nonsee Games

    STOU joined 49th University Games of Thailand – Nonsee Games

    Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) joined the opening ceremony of the 49th University Games of Thailand – Nonsee Games on 27 January 2024 at Kasetsart University Kamphaeng Saen Campus, where Miss. Supamas Isarabhakdi, Minister of Higher Education Science Research and Innovation, presided over. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chatchapon Songsoonthornwong, Deputy Director of the STOU Office of Educational Services led the athletes to join the other 108 institutions at the ceremony.

    Nonsee Games was organized under four main concepts: Green, Clean, Healthy, and Wellness. With a motto: “Diversity to Creativity for Sustainable Wellness,” the University Games,
    in addition to focusing on excellence in sports, also aims to provide Thai youth from different institutions with sustainable good health.

    The competition was organized in 32 types of sports, competing for 361 gold medals, with 109 educational institutions participating, including 18,000 athletes and officials. The competition was held within the sports field of Kasetsart University Kamphaeng Saen Campus STOU sent one student-athlete to compete in table tennis that is Miss Hasanah Doloh from the School of Liberal Arts.