{"id":5804,"date":"2026-06-02T09:45:30","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T02:45:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/global.stou.ac.th\/?p=5804"},"modified":"2026-06-02T09:45:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T02:45:30","slug":"473","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pedantic-wozniak.14-207-142-6.plesk.page\/?p=5804","title":{"rendered":"STOU Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Monument of King Rama IX"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On 26 May 2026, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) held a sacred groundbreaking ceremony (the “First Soil” ceremony) to mark the commencement of the construction of the royal monument of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great (King Rama IX).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ceremony, held at the Office of Traditional Arts under the Fine Arts Department in Nakhon Pathom Province, was presided over by Emeritus Prof. Tongthong Chandransu, Chairman of the STOU University Council. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Taweewat Watthanakuljaroen, President of STOU, delivered the opening report detailing the significance and objectives of the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The construction of the King Rama IX Royal Monument is envisioned not merely as a memorial, but as a profound symbol of loyalty and boundless gratitude towards the late monarch. It reflects STOU\u2019s unwavering commitment to carrying forward the King’s royal determination to expand educational opportunities in Thailand. This initiative aims to ensure that all Thai citizens have equal access to high-quality knowledge, effectively and equitably bridging the educational gap in society, in alignment with the royal remarks given to the university by King Rama IX:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“<\/em> The establishment of Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University can be deemed the opening of a truly modern university \u2013 one that enables those with the ability to seek knowledge and expertise to step forward into bold new horizons. It is clear that Thais are an intelligent people, lacking only opportunities to expand their own knowledge and ability. They are an intelligent people who have shown that when given the chance to study at advanced levels, their accomplishments are equal to \u2013 and sometimes even surpass \u2013 the achievements of other civilized nations. It is therefore fitting to give all Thai people such an opportunity for further study….\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2014 Royal proclamation granted on 5 November 1981, when Prof. Dr. Wichit Srisa-an, the founding president of STOU, presented the university’s land title deeds to His Majesty.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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To ensure the smooth progress and success of the construction, a sacred worship and blessing ceremony (Phiti Buang Suang<\/em>) was performed to pay respects to sacred entities and traditional masters. This ritual served to boost the morale of the university staff, artisans, and all involved parties. Upon completion, the royal monument will be permanently enshrined at the Rajamangalaphisek Education Park on the STOU campus. It will stand as a lasting tribute to His Majesty\u2019s immense grace and serve as the spiritual heart of the STOU community and the Thai people for generations to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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