The International Women’s Day Event of Ubon Ratchathani Province 2025 was organized on 7 March 2025, under the theme “Developing the Potential of Women’s Organization Leaders, Driving Community Development” at the Provincial Hall, Ubon Ratchathani Provincial Government Center.
On this occasion, SubLt. Soramongkhon Mangalasiri, the Deputy Governor of Ubon Ratchathani, presided over the opening ceremony and presented certificates to women who have contributed to community development from all 25 districts in Ubon Ratchathani.The event was attended by heads of government agencies, District Women Development Committee members, representatives of women from 25 districts of Ubon Ratchathani Province, and the general public.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Thanapan Thanee, Director of the STOU’s Regional Academic Resources and Community Engagement Center — Ubon Ratchathani, received an Outstanding Woman Award for Community Development.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Phanompatt Smitananda, Acting President of Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University delivered an opening workshop address. The workshop was on the topic of “Technical Library Services Management.” The training, focused on book repair and bookbinding, was conducted by librarians from the STOU office of Documentation and Information for 32 inmates on 3-7 March 2025 at Prompanya Library in Bang Kwang Central Prison.
Congratulations to faculty members and staff of Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University who have recently been awarded UK Professional Standards Framework Fellowship (UKPSF) from Advance HE.
Awarded Associate Fellowship (AFHEA) are:
Asst. Prof. Jinnthisa Suraprasert, School of Management Science
2. Mr. Narasak Chongkhunklang, Legal Affairs Division
3. Mr. Watcharet Kuntichod, Office of Computer Services
4. Miss Natthanitcha Phetbuasak, the Office of Academic Affairs
5. Miss Penpan Jarusan, Office of Documentation and Information
6. Miss Ratchakon Kongjaroen, Office of Documentation and Information
7. Miss Sasikan Kamhangrittirong, Office of Lifelong Education
8. Miss Kultiwa Thinprathet, Distance Education Staff Development Academy
9. Mrs. Worrani Samutwanich, School of Economics
10. Miss Runyapat Pichit, Regional Academic Resources and Community Engagement Center – Nakhon Sawan
11. Mrs. Chanutra Matrachaisingha, Regional Academic Resources and Community Engagement Center – Nakhon Sawan
12. Mr. Anunwat Sanmai, Regional Academic Resources and Community Engagement Center – Nakhon Sawan
13. Mr. Kittisak Kaeolor, Regional Academic Resources and Community Engagement Center – Chanthaburi
Note: No.1-3 was announced the award on 16 December 2024
No. 4-13 was announced the award on 17 December 2024
The Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University Model for Academic Recognition of Teaching (SMART) Programme is grounded in the Professional Standards Framework (PSF) and is seen by STOU as a mechanism for its staff to deliver teaching and learning support to their students more confidently and effectively. Advance HE began working with STOU in 2018 by supporting a group of its staff to achieve Fellowship. This resulted in the Chairman of STOU Council, Prof. Dr. Wichit Srisa-an, becoming the first Principal Fellow in Thailand, along with eight Fellows and six Fellows. Following the accreditation of the SMART Programme many more are expected to follow, and show a commitment to high quality learning and teaching across the institution.
Advance HE accreditation is recognition that the SMART Programme aligns with the PSF, and ensures that participants have shown the necessary capabilities and qualities to achieve Associate Fellowship status. The SMART Programme has been specifically designed with distance learning in mind, showing that the PSF can be applied successfully to distance and blended learning settings.
On 22-24 February 2025, Asst. Prof. Dr. Renukar Thongkhamrod, Dean of the School of Nursing, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Somprin Niyomthai, Dean of the School of Political Science, joined the Tri-Conference 2025 under the theme of “Constancy, Change, and Co-Existence,” hosted by the University of the Philippines Open University in Los Banos, Laguna, Philippines.
The Tri-Conference 2025 consisted of the following 3 programs.
1. International Symposium for ASEAN Studies (ISAS) program
Theme: Fostering Collaboration and Embracing Innovation for a Sustainable Future
The objective was to serve as a platform for academics, policy makers, stakeholders, and ASEAN researchers to exchange knowledge and experiences.
2. International Symposium on Education and AI Convergence (ISEAC) program
Theme: Constancy, Change, and Co-existence: Navigating the Interplay between Education, AI, and Cybersecurity in a Dynamic World
The objective was to explore advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cyber security, including their impact on education. This conference features keynote speeches from renowned experts and academic presentations.
3. International Conference on Open and Distance eLearning (ICODeL) program
Theme: Constancy, Adaptability and Co-existence Towards A Hopeful Future”
The objective was to provide a forum for academics, practitioners, and policy makers in distance education and e-learning to have opportunities to exchange experiences and build collaboration among themselves.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gan Chanyawudhiwan, Acting Vice-President for Academic Services, Cultural Preservation, and International Affairs, opening the workshop.Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nareerut Seerasarn, Faculty Member of School of Agriculture and Cooperatives, during the training session
Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) and the Education and Mental Development Sub-Division, Central Women Correctional Institution co-organized a foreign language (English & Chinese) communication skills development for career project targeting “To Be No.1 Club members” between 13 – 14 February and 19 – 20 February 2025 at Central Women Correctional Institution. On this occasion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gan Chanyawudhiwan, Acting Vice-President for Academic Services, Cultural Preservation, and International Affairs, presided over the opening of the workshop.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nareerut Seerasarn, Faculty Member of the School of Agriculture and Cooperatives, conducted the language training for inmates who are in the To Be No. 1 Club. The language skill should be able to benefit their career after released. This academic outreach project aligns with the mission to promote informal learning and establish a foundation for improving the quality of life for people in the society. It supports integrated development and the network creation of the university.
On 6 February 2025, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) organized the Basic Life Support training for middle and senior high schoolers at St. Francis Xavier School, Nonthaburi.
As part of the St. Francis Xavier School’s Career Path activities project, this activity encouraged students to explore their interests and set goals for their future. The nursing profession plays a significant role in people’s lives and is crucial to the nation. The St. Francis Xavier School recognizes this importance and, therefore, invited faculty members from the School of Nursing of STOU to provide knowledge and demonstrate CPR techniques for emergency situations. This training also includes educational guidance for the nursing study and career pathways for the 30 participating students. The participants in the training received a certificate. The Basic Life Support Training was conducted by Asst. Prof. Dr. Pattaya Kaewsan and Asst. Prof. Dr. Premruetai Noimuenwai, Asst. Prof. Major Dr. Napaphen Jantacumma, and Mrs. Supattra Changsuphan.
On 4 February 2025, on behalf of Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gan Chanyawudhiwan, Acting Vice-President for Academic Services, Cultural Preservation, and International Affairs, donated old desk calendars to the Educational Technology Center for the Blind, Foundation for the Blind in Thailand under the Royal Patronage of H.M. the Queen. The donation was accepted by Ms. Chanidapa Petchrak, the Director of the Educational Technology Center for the Blind. The old desk calendars will be used to produce Braille-printed instructional materials.
This was the second time STOU carried out the collection of old calendars to raise awareness regarding becoming Green University. The activity could draw the attention of the university’s staff, students, and also the general public.
On the same day, the university delivered the donated cloth bags, paper bags and cosmetics to Panyananthaphikkhu Chonprathan Medical Center, which was accepted by Ms. Darunee Kunpimok, Revenue Acquisition Consultant.
Cloth bags and paper bags will be distributed to patients for taking medication home. Cosmetics will be used for applying makeup to the deceased, which is a way of repurposing leftover items instead of wasting them. The “STOU Ready to Pass On” activity is organized under the awareness project of Green University.
On 26 February 2025, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) led by the Department of Rajamangalaphisek Education Park co-organized game-based activities and waste separated demonstration with Thailand Environment Institute Foundation (TEI). The activities was organized to transform food waste into organic fertilizer for the Rajamangalaphisek Education Park, targeting users of the Parichat Cafeteria. The initiative focused on campaigning and raising awareness about Food Waste, which has been increasing in volume and becoming a major issue that requires management. With the diversity of food types and increased consumption, a critical problem is the lack of waste sorting and failure to repurpose leftover food.
TEI and STOU recognized the importance of waste management and waste separation, transforming food waste into compost that can be used to maintain plants within the Rajamangalaphisek Education Park.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gan Chanyawudhiwan, Acting Vice-President for Academic Services, Cultural Preservation, and International Affairs, opening the eventAsst. Prof. Dr. Parichat Dittakit, Director of Department of Rajamangalaphisek Education Park, delivering a speech
On 22 February 2025, Thailand Environment Institute Foundation (TEI), together with Thailand Business Council for Sustainable Development (TBCSD), and Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) co-organized Picnic Feel Good @EdPark project at the Rajamangalaphisek Education Park of STOU. The event was organized to promote an enhance awareness and consciousness and towards proper waste-sorting among Nonthaburi residents through game-based activities. “Quick Pick Saves the Earth” is a waste-separation game in which players sort waste into the proper bin, including general waste, recycled waste, organic waste, hazardous waste, infectious waste, and electronic waste.
The events packed with free workshops open for everyone, included the following.
Eco walk
Flower arrangement
Eco Printing
Planting vegetables
Terrarium
Healthy food
Thai Wellness
Music in the garden
On this occasion, TEI and TBCSD donated 2 waste bins to Asst. Prof. Dr. Parichat Dittakit, Director of the Department of Rajamangalaphisek Education Park, aiming to promote waste management among STOU staff and visitors.
The Picnic Feel Good @EdPark project aims to provide residents of Nonthaburi and nearby areas with a relaxing and refreshing experience during holidays in a lush environment while promoting safe agriculture. Farmers and environmentally friendly business operators were invited to sell their products. This drives society towards a happy lifestyle which is in line with Nonthaburi’s 5-year development plan regarding the improvement of citizens’ quality of life and creating an economic area that moves towards the goal of a happy society.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Narubodee Wathanakom, Deputy Dean of the School of Management Science, presided over the ceremony.
Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) organized a freshman orientation for the 4th batch of the Academic Cooperation Project Between STOU and Central Watsan. In this occasion, Asst. Prof. Dr. Narubodee Wathanakom, Deputy Dean of the School of Management Science, presided over the ceremony. Asst. Prof. Dr. Khajornsak Sitthi, Director of the Office of Educational Services, delivered a welcoming speech to the executive committee of Central Watsan and students.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Khajornsak Sitthi, Director of the Office of Educational Services, delivered welcoming speech.Asst. Prof. Dr. Suradetch Wangthong, Faculy Member of the School of Management Science, deliver speech.
The project aims to promote and support the enhancement of knowledge, capabilities, and educational qualifications in business administration and management for Central Watsan’s employees. This not only benefits service operations, but also creates career advancement opportunities for studying employees and developing human resource potential, which leads to further improvement in the company’s efficiency and effectiveness.
With STOU’s distance learning education system, we facilitate employees to study while in their workforce. This educational system can benefit agencies, organizations, or establishments that recognize the importance of personnel development, which is at the heart of work development. As a result, many agencies and organizations promote and support education enrollment or establish academic cooperation with STOU to enhance and develop their human resources. Currently, the academic cooperation project between STOU and Central Watsan enrolls almost 50 students in the Bachelor of Business Administration program, majoring in Management. This student orientation is organized to provide them with knowledge and understanding of the distance learning system and various services offered by STOU.
