11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
Walailak University’s Media Outreach: Showcasing Low-Carbon Tourism Routes of Coastal Communities

Walailak University’s Media Outreach: Showcasing Low-Carbon Tourism Routes of Coastal Communities

Training on Environmental aspects of Sustainability(QS)
The target group consisted of 30 people, including:1. Students: 15 people2. Staff: 15 peopleTotal hours of the activity: 8 hoursTHA SALA, NAKHON SI THAMMARAT, 3 July 2024 – Walailak University, led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Amonsak Sawusdee, Director of the Center for Academic Services, along with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onanong Cheablam, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Laksanara Khwanchum, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Kamon Thinsurat, visited local communities in the Tha Sala and Mueang districts to produce video content for media relations related to the One-Day Trip Tourism Program of Nakhon Si Thammarat’s Coastal Communities. This initiative is part of the project “The Development of Low-Carbon Tourism Activities and Routes in Coastal Communities of Nakhon Si Thammarat Province.”The low-carbon tourism routes have been developed to offer a tourism option that reduces greenhouse gas…
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11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
Sustainable Waste Management: WU Promoting Waste Sorting in Ban Laem Community

Sustainable Waste Management: WU Promoting Waste Sorting in Ban Laem Community

Training on Environmental aspects of Sustainability(QS)
The target group consisted of 35 people, including:1. Students: 10 people2. Staff: 25 peopleTotal hours of the activity: 4 hoursTHA SALA, NAKHON SI THAMMARAT, 23 August 2024 – Walailak University, under the leadership of Asst. Prof. Dr. Chuthamat Rattikansukha, Acting Sub Lt. Worawit Pradittakarn, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Kamon Thinsurat, in collaboration with the Center for Academic Services, organized a workshop on waste disposal aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for the local people in Ban Laem community, Tha Sala, Nakhon Si Thammarat. The workshop focused on teaching participants to create bio-extracts from aquatic animal carcasses, a byproduct of local fishing, to mitigate the environmental pollution caused by these leftovers. The university also provided equipment to empower the community in further developing bio-extract production.As part of its commitment to…
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11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
Social Engagement by Walailak University Strengthens Mechanisms and Participatory Processes Involving Local Communities and Relevant Sectors to Coastal River Basin Management with Participatory, Aligning with SDG 14.5.5.

Social Engagement by Walailak University Strengthens Mechanisms and Participatory Processes Involving Local Communities and Relevant Sectors to Coastal River Basin Management with Participatory, Aligning with SDG 14.5.5.

Training on Environmental aspects of Sustainability(QS)
The target group consisted of 50 people, including:1. Students: 10 people2. Staff: 10 peopleTotal hours of the activity: 5 hoursAt Khlong Noi Subdistrict, Pak Phanang District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, “The Coastal River Basin Management in Pak Phanang River Basin with Participatory Project“, led by Mr. Suthira Thongkao, the lecturer from the School of Languages and General Education, Asst. Prof. Dr. Pakorn Ditthakit, the lecturer from the School of Engineering and Technology, and the team from the Center for Academic Services, organized the watershed management framework for a participatory water management.A participatory meeting for water management was involved key community stakeholders, led by, the Khlong Noi Subdistrict headman, along with village headman and community representatives. The meeting also included the Khlong Noi Subdistrict Administrative Organization, headed by Chief Executive of…
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11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
CAS Launches the Development Plan for Coastal Areas and Low-Carbon Identity Tourism Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

CAS Launches the Development Plan for Coastal Areas and Low-Carbon Identity Tourism Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Training on Environmental aspects of Sustainability(QS)
The target group consisted of 100 people, including:1. Students: 20 people2. Staff: 80 peopleTotal hours of the activity: 8 hoursTHA SALA, Nakhon Si Thammarat, 9 September 2024 – The Center for Academic Services (CAS) led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Amonsak Sawusdee, Director of the Center for Academic Services, and the CAS team organized a meeting to prepare the “Development Plan for Coastal Areas and Low-Carbon Identity Tourism Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)” at Hua Tapan Chamber, the Walailak University Hospital.The event was presided over by Mr. Trairat Chairat, Deputy Governor of Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, with a welcome address delivered by Prof. Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong, President of Walailak University. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Warit Jawjit, Vice President of Walailak University, outlined the purpose and goals of the development plan.…
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11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
LESS for a Greener Future: Sustainable Carbon Management in the Business Sector Workshop by CAS for the Business Operators in Tha Sala District

LESS for a Greener Future: Sustainable Carbon Management in the Business Sector Workshop by CAS for the Business Operators in Tha Sala District

Training on Environmental aspects of Sustainability(QS)
The target group consisted of 25 people, including:1. Students: 10 people2. Staff: 15 peopleTotal hours of the activity: 8 hoursThe Center for Academic Services at Walailak University, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Laksanara Khwanchum, Deputy Director of the Center and Project Leader, in collaboration with Mr. Songpan Janthong, the lecturer from the School of Languages and General Education, organized a workshop titled “LESS for a Greener Future: Sustainable Carbon Management in the Business Sector” on December 21, 2024. The event took place at Khao Luang Chamber, Walailak University, as part of the project “Capacity Development for Low-Carbon Community-Based Tourism in the Tha Sala District Community Tourism Network, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province.”The workshop targeted tourism-related business operators in Tha Sala District, including hotels, accommodations, resorts, homestays, shops, and restaurants interested in…
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11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
Walailak University Assesses the Volume and Composition of Waste in the Community to Contribute to the UI GreenMetric 2024

Walailak University Assesses the Volume and Composition of Waste in the Community to Contribute to the UI GreenMetric 2024

Student-led society engaging with sustainability(QS)
On January 17, 2024, Walailak University, through the Environmental Health Program under the School of Public Health, conducted a field survey in Ban Laem community, Tha Sala Subdistrict, Tha Sala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. The team, led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Panadda Phiboon, Dr. Warangkana Srimok, Asst. Prof. Dr. Siriuma Jawjit, and third-year students from the Environmental Health Program, assessed the volume and composition of waste in the area.This activity is part of the "Promotion and Development of Ban Laem Homestay Community in Waste Separation for Recycling" project, integrated with the Solid Waste and Sewage Management course, contributing to the UI GreenMetric 2024 initiative. The project's objectives are to support the development of greenhouse gas reduction activities in Ban Laem community, aiming for certification under the Low Emission Support…
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11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
The Implementation of Proper Waste Management and Sorting Activities During 2024 National Children’s Day at Walailak University

The Implementation of Proper Waste Management and Sorting Activities During 2024 National Children’s Day at Walailak University

Student-led society engaging with sustainability(QS)
On National Children’s Day, Walailak Botanic Park (WBP), together with Mr. Phusit Horpet, the head of the Collaborative Project to Enhance the Efficiency of Waste Management in the University’s Surrounding Areas, and student members of Walailak University Marine Conservation Club, jointly hosted the free event to drive proper waste management and sorting. The activities included the provision of basic knowledge and methods of waste segregation, covering plastic waste, general waste, and organic waste, and ensuring proper disposal.The activities aimed to promote active participation to children and young individuals in waste segregation and management practices that are appropriate, compliant with university waste management policies, and in alignment with the activities of Walailak University Marine Conservation Club in 2024 to support strategies for waste reduction, environmental quality enhancement, and sustainable waste management,…
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11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
“Marine Conservation Waste Segregation Station” Initiative at Bota Green Market, Walailak University

“Marine Conservation Waste Segregation Station” Initiative at Bota Green Market, Walailak University

Student-led society engaging with sustainability(QS)
On Thursday, February 15, 2024, the WU Marine Conservation Club, in collaboration with Walailak Botanic Park, led by club president Ms. Praphatson Promkaew and fellow student representatives, organized the "Marine Conservation Waste Segregation Station" activity at the Bota Green Market within the university.This initiative aims at encouraging visitors and customers to segregate various types of waste before disposal. Educational materials were provided to raise awareness about reducing plastic waste at its source, preventing it from reaching waterways and oceans. The campaign emphasized that everyone could contribute to environmental conservation by starting with personal actions, such as maintaining cleanliness, repurposing waste, disposing of trash properly, and correctly segregating waste types.The establishment of the "Marine Conservation Waste Segregation Station" focused on sorting different types of waste before disposal into designated bins. Particular…
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11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
Walailak University Launches ‘Just Say No (To Plastic Bags)’ Project with ‘Paint and Post’ Activity to Address SDGs

Walailak University Launches ‘Just Say No (To Plastic Bags)’ Project with ‘Paint and Post’ Activity to Address SDGs

Student-led society engaging with sustainability(QS)
Walailak University (WU) recently organized the "Paint and Post" activity under the "Just Say No (To Plastic Bags)" project to promote environmental conservation. This initiative was a collaboration between the Center for Library Resources and Educational Media, the Center for Academic Services, and student members of the WU Marine Conservation Club, highlighting the university's commitment to fostering student-led societal engagement.Held at the Level 1 atrium of the Center for Library Resources and Educational Media, the event was participated by students, staff, and university personnel. Participants engaged in painting cloth bags and crafting items from daily recyclables, aiming to reduce plastic waste within the university. To encourage involvement, attendees were invited to paint a cloth bag, then post a short caption and take a photo of their creation on Facebook with…
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11Feb 2025 by Kittipong Bunlear
Walailak University Organizes ‘Pharmacy Walk-Run’ to Strengthen Alumni Relations and Build Networks for Local Development

Walailak University Organizes ‘Pharmacy Walk-Run’ to Strengthen Alumni Relations and Build Networks for Local Development

Student-led society engaging with sustainability(QS)
On March 17, 2024, the Pharmacy Student Association of the School of Pharmacy, in collaboration with the Center for Academic Services at Walailak University, organized the 'Walailak Pharmacy Walk-Run.' This event was integrated with activities aimed at strengthening alumni relations and building networks to foster local development under the 'Network Relations for Sustainable Local Development' project.The event, held at Walailak University, was honored by the presence of Prof. Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong, the university's president, who presided over the ceremony. The participation exceeded 1,000 individuals, including current students, alumni, and staff from both within and outside the university. This initiative exemplifies student involvement in sustainably promoting health awareness and community engagement, highlighting the role of a student-led society.The event emphasized the importance of personal health care, provided education on the dangers…
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