On November 15, 2024, the Center for International Affairs at Walailak University organized a cultural event to promote the Loy Krathong tradition for international students with a total of 19 international students participating. The activity included a lecture on the history and significance of the Loy Krathong tradition, followed by a demonstration of how toRead More
Today, the Center for International Affairs hosted an exciting orientation for our new international students from over nine countries, including the Maldives, Cameroon, Indonesia, Russia, Kazakhstan, Germany, Pakistan, India, and Myanmar. The day kicked off with an overview of WU, an introduction to Thai culture, and essential information about visas and services to help studentsRead More
WUIC Staff Attends Royal Command Ceremony Appointing Prof. Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong as President of Walailak University Today, Walailak University International College (WUIC) staff attended the prestigious Royal Command Ceremony, where Prof. Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong was officially appointed as the President of Walailak University by royal decree. The ceremony, known as พิธีรับสนองพระบรมราชโองการ โปรดเกล้าโปรดกระหม่อมแต่งตั้ง, holds great significance,Read More
On September 12, 2024, Walailak University held its annual general scholarship award ceremony for the 2023 academic year, benefitting 1,686 students. The total scholarship amount awarded was an impressive 83,582,370 baht, sourced from 164 different funding organizations. The ceremony took place at Hua Taphan Conference Room in the Walailak University Hospital. Professor Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong,Read More
Walailak University hosted a heartfelt farewell ceremony today for five exchange students from the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration (RANEPA), marking the end of their semester-long exchange program. The students, Miss Veronika Isevich, Miss Olga Chegliakova, Mr. Iurii Kniazev, Miss Elizaveta Talavira, and Miss Eva Shestakova, who had returned home earlier,Read More
On September 7-8, 2024, two teams from Walailak University International College (WUIC) showcased their talents at the highly anticipated International Macro Business Simulation (MBS) Global Competition 2024. The event, hosted by Kasetsart University, brought together over 60 teams from 27 universities across Thailand and 11 other countries, all eager to test their strategic business skills.Read More
Dr. Konrawan Rattanaburi from Walailak University International College (WUIC) recently completed a highly successful 9-day assignment as an outbound visiting professor at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam, Malaysia, from July 7th to July 15th, 2024. This initiative is part of WUIC’s ongoing efforts to foster international academic collaboration and exchange. During her time atRead More
Walailak University International College (WUIC) recently had the pleasure of welcoming Professor Steffen Böttrich from Hochschule RheinMain for a brief but impactful visit from July 21st to July 23rd, 2024. This visit was part of WUIC’s ongoing efforts to foster international academic collaboration and exchange. During his stay, Professor Böttrich engaged in a series ofRead More
Walailak University recently organized the WU Songkran 2024 event in collaboration with surrounding communities to commemorate the traditional Thai New Year and promote cultural understanding. The event, which took place on April 18th, 2024, featured a wide range of activities and festivities designed to preserve and celebrate the beauty of Thai customs. The celebration beganRead More
Today marks Walailak University’s 32nd anniversary. A special ceremony offered food to monks in celebration. Senior officials and staff led the procession, following Thai Buddhist customs. It’s a way to make merit and seek blessings for the institution’s success. This tradition also expresses gratitude for support received and looks ahead with optimism. President Dr. SombatRead More