04Nov 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
Water Quality Standards and Guidelines for Water Discharges

Water Quality Standards and Guidelines for Water Discharges

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Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University has water quality guidelines and standards for wastewater treatment from buildings and all campus areas to uphold water quality in order to protect ecosystems, wildlife, and human health and welfare. In addition to these guidelines and policies, the university has developed a comprehensive manual on campus wastewater treatment, which is described in detail in the e-book and attached PDF file below. WU recognizes the importance of supporting maintenance staff involved in building operations, enabling them to conduct preliminary checks and address any issues with proper procedures. Wastewater treatment procedures at Walailak University prevent wastewater from entering nearby ecosystems through established standards and measures. Importantly, the procedures do not impact the Walailak community or surrounding areas with odor or noise pollution. The university also demonstrates the…
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04Nov 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
Educational Outreach Activities for communities: Overfishing management

Educational Outreach Activities for communities: Overfishing management

Blue Swimming Crab2025
Sustainability and Stewardship In 2023, Walailak University continued to collaborate with the Fisheries Office of Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, the Association of Thai Fisherfolk Federation, the National Research Council of Thailand, and the Agricultural Research Development Agency (Public Organization) to conduct educational outreach activities at both local and national levels. These efforts aimed to raise awareness about overfishing, illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, and harmful fishing practices affecting blue swimming crabs. The activities targeted fishermen, local and national government officials, youth, NGOs, and the general public in Nakhon Si Thammarat and Surat Thani, fostering a broad understanding of sustainable fishing practices and marine conservation. The educational outreach activities followed international fishing standards under the Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) and aimed to educate communities on sustainable catch sizes and the ecological…
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04Nov 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
WU’s Modern Technologies for Aquatic and Ecosystem Damage Prevention 

WU’s Modern Technologies for Aquatic and Ecosystem Damage Prevention 

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Outreach and Engagement Walailak University (WU) is at the forefront of marine and coastal ecosystem conservation through cutting-edge research and technology-driven projects. Recognizing the urgent need to protect Thailand’s rich biodiversity and fragile ecosystems, WU collaborates with government agencies, local authorities, and industry partners to tackle key environmental challenges. From watershed and coral reef conservation to the protection of rare marine species, WU’s initiatives are strategically focused on ecosystem monitoring, restoration, and sustainable resource management. Key projects, in 2023, include the Bandon Bay Project, which uses Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing to monitor and prevent ecosystem degradation across this expansive watershed area. Additionally, a CTD Sensor Network has been established around coral reefs on Racha Island, providing real-time data to support coral conservation and mitigate threats from climate change. To…
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04Nov 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
Direct Actions to Preserve and Enhance Freshwater, Coastal, and Marine Ecosystems and Biodiversity 

Direct Actions to Preserve and Enhance Freshwater, Coastal, and Marine Ecosystems and Biodiversity 

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Outreach and Engagement As global environmental challenges escalate, the conservation of aquatic ecosystems has become a pressing concern. Walailak University (WU) is actively involved in various projects that work directly in the form of research or engagement to maintain and extend ecosystems and biodiversity of freshwater and marine especially under threat plants and animals. With a strong commitment to ecological preservation, WU collaborates with local communities, government agencies, private sectors, related industries and NGOs to create impactful initiatives aimed at maintaining the health and biodiversity of freshwater, coastal, and marine environments. 1. Maintaining Freshwater Ecosystem and Biodiversity: Community-Based Living Weirs for Plants and Animals Conversation Over six years of operation (2018-2023), with plans to continue into the future, Walailak University (WU) has emphasized measuring the impacts and benefits of living…
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04Nov 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
Sustainable Aquatic Ecosystem Initiatives: From Oceans to Freshwater Conservation 

Sustainable Aquatic Ecosystem Initiatives: From Oceans to Freshwater Conservation 

Blue Swimming Crab2025
Outreach and Engagement Walailak University is committed to the conservation and sustainable utilization of aquatic resources, providing direct support through actions in maintaining ecosystems in rivers, lakes and seas and covering efforts to protect oceans, rivers, and marine resources. Through collaborations with local communities, government agencies, private sectors, and non-profit organizations, the university organizes and supports various events aimed promote conservation and sustainable utilization of oceans, fresh water and marine resources. The events such as building artificial fish habitats, repairing living weirs, and releasing juvenile blue crabs into the sea not only strengthen local ecosystems but also provide lasting benefits to communities. These events serve as platforms for education, community engagement, and hands-on action, emphasizing the importance of conserving natural resources for future generations while supporting the economic stability of local communities. 1.…
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04Nov 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
Policies in Addressing Women’s Applications, Acceptance, and Participation at Walailak University 

Policies in Addressing Women’s Applications, Acceptance, and Participation at Walailak University 

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Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University is fully committed to promoting gender equity by addressing women’s applications, acceptance, and participation across all academic programs. To encourage a more diverse applicant pool, the university shall actively promote educational opportunities for women, particularly in fields where they are traditionally underrepresented. Outreach initiatives, workshops, and targeted communications will be developed to inspire and support women’s applications, ensuring they feel empowered to pursue higher education in any discipline.The admissions process shall be designed to ensure fairness and transparency, with specific attention to maintaining gender equity in acceptance rates. Walailak University will provide scholarships and financial aid programs tailored to attract women, particularly in STEM fields, leadership programs, and other areas where their presence is lower. By doing so, the university aims to create more equitable…
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04Nov 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
Tracking Access Measures of Women Students’ Application and Acceptance Rates at Walailak University  

Tracking Access Measures of Women Students’ Application and Acceptance Rates at Walailak University  

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Sustainability and Stewardship The Center for Educational Services (CES), led by Dr. Neeranat Kaewprasert Rakangthong, is the primary organization at Walailak University responsible for systematically tracking and measuring women’s application and acceptance rates. This initiative plays a crucial role in advancing gender balance among the university’s students, reflecting Walailak University’s commitment to promoting gender equality.According to reports from the Center for Educational Services, more than 14,000 students across Thailand applied to Walailak University for the academic year 2023, of which 72% were women students. The acceptance rate for the academic year 2023 was 3,504, of which more than 2,000 were female students. This indicated that women students were still the majority among students at Walailak University. However, it is still necessary to track the application and acceptance rates of female…
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04Nov 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
Free Educational Programs and Outreach on the Sustainable Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Tourism 

Free Educational Programs and Outreach on the Sustainable Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Tourism 

Blue Swimming Crab2025
Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University is located near the marine coastal ecosystem that is the Gulf of Thailand and surrounded by local fishing communities. In order to illustrate being a good stewardship university, WU sets strategies and plans to provide educational programs for the local fishing communities and those communities living near the marine coastal ecosystems on the sustainable management of fisheries, aquaculture, and tourism and the sustainable utilization of marine resources. The educational programs are organized to support and protect aquatic ecosystems through education in which all stakeholders are involved.In 2023, Walailak University organized and continued educational and outreach programs to educate practitioners in the fishery industry such as fishermen, academic staff from the fishery department, and those involved in applying knowledge for fishery resources management such as restoration, aquaculture,…
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31Oct 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
Walailak University’s Tracking Women Graduation  

Walailak University’s Tracking Women Graduation  

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Sustainability and Stewardship Since its founding, women have consistently made up most of the student population at Walailak University. In 2023, the number of female graduates was 1,581 while the number of male graduates was 599. This demonstrates Walailak University's commitment to providing equal educational opportunities for women. However, despite their majority, it remains important to monitor the graduation rates of female students compared to their male counterparts to ensure equitable outcomes.The Center for Educational Services is the organization at Walailak University that is responsible for recording the number of female graduates and tracking the likelihood of female students’ graduation. All the data will be sent to the Division of Student Support and Development which is an organization responsible for providing schemes to close any gap preventing the graduation of female…
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30Oct 2024 by Kittipong Bunlear
Free Local and National Educational Programmes Provision on Fresh-water Ecosystems

Free Local and National Educational Programmes Provision on Fresh-water Ecosystems

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Walailak University values protecting and enhancing aquatic ecosystems, including wetlands, rivers, estuaries, coastal areas, and the open ocean. In 2023, Walailak University provided free local and national educational programmes on fresh-water ecosystems. The programmes were the Royal Initiation of the Pak Phanang River Basin Development and the Living Weir Development for Sustainable Community. These programmes mainly focus on water resource security and ecosystem diversity to foster a deeper understanding and commitment to environmental stewardship and ecosystem conservation. National Educational Program: The Royal Initiation of the Pak Phanang River Basin Development The Pak Phanang River Basin is situated in the southern region of Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, characterized by three distinct topographic areas. The basin serves as a major wetland in Thailand playing a vital role in the local ecosystem and supporting…
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