Author: Kittipong Bunlear

Outreach and Engagement The Center of Excellence for Ecoinformatics at Walailak University, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Krisanadej Jaroensutasinee is dedicated to advancing research, knowledge development, and the application of Ecoinformatics to support technological solutions for community and national development. For over five years, the center has been actively engaged in research projects and forming international partnerships to address various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With a team of 19 experienced researchers, experts, and scientists, the center strives to be a leading institution in Thailand for human resource development, research excellence, and innovation in Ecoinformatics. The Establishment of International Collaboration of Walailak University and TICA and International Partners Walailak University and the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) have been fostering international cooperation with countries worldwide, particularly least-developed and developing nations, to…

Outreach and Engagement 2024 was another year that Walailak University both organized and participated in various events of cross-sectoral dialogues to bring together experts or representatives from multiple sectors, such as researchers, NGOs, government organizations, the private sector, civil society representatives, politicians, and others, to exchange, express and share opinions, experiences and suggestions to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. The Roles of Universities in Enhancing Quality of Life in the Turbulent World: Cross-Sectoral Dialogue on Sustainable Education In 2024, Walailak University hosted a cross-sectoral dialogue as part of the Walailak Research Convention 2024 (WRC2024), celebrating the university’s 32nd anniversary. Held under the theme "Roles of Higher Education in the Turbulent World,". The convention, WRC2024, was dedicated to serving as a public forum for the presentation of academic research…

Outreach and Engagement Walailak University has direct involvement in, and provides substantial input into, national government and regional non-governmental organizations in SDG policy development. This includes identifying existing and emerging problems and challenges, formulating policies and strategic frameworks, modeling future scenarios with and without targeted interventions, monitoring and reporting on policy implementation and impacts, and supporting adaptive management to improve long-term sustainability outcomes. Since Professor Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong assumed the presidency, Walailak University researchers have increasingly collaborated with government bodies and NGOs to advance policy and strategy development toward achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. This aligns with the university’s commitment to becoming a leading institution in SDG implementation.In 2024, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Warit Jawjit continued to work with partners on the development of the Provincial and Municipal Action…

Outreach and Engagement Walailak University is surrounded by vibrant local communities, many of which face significant socio-economic challenges. One such community, the Satit Walailak Pattana community located behind the university, has long struggled with limited access to affordable and stable housing. Severe poverty, lack of financial opportunities, and barriers to accessing housing loans have forced many residents to rent small rooms instead of establishing secure homes. This instability has placed additional burdens on families, making it difficult to achieve long-term stability in their livelihoods, health, and education. In 2024, Walailak University initiated a collaborative effort with government partners to address this pressing issue. The Agricultural Land Reform Office, the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, and the Thai Buri Subdistrict Administrative Organization joined hands with WU to design practical solutions for…