17Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
Monitoring of Water Consumption for Domestic Use in 2024, Walailak University

Monitoring of Water Consumption for Domestic Use in 2024, Walailak University

Case Studies
Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University is located in the southern region of Thailand, covering a total area of 21,196,440 square meters, making it the largest university in the country in terms of land area. Due to its geographical characteristics, the area is prone to drought during the summer season and experiences heavy rainfall during the rainy season. Recognizing the necessity of systematic and sustainable water resource management, the university has developed and constructed water storage facilities within its premises. These include three main reservoirs (Pruksa Chon Reservoir, Mon Thara Reservoir, and Chala Nusorn Reservoir), along with ponds and lakes, serving as water reserves for consumption and agriculture. They also play an important role in effectively preventing and mitigating flood problems during the rainy season.Walailak University is located in the southern…
Read More
17Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
Walailak University’s Commitment to Inclusive Access to Lifelong Learning

Walailak University’s Commitment to Inclusive Access to Lifelong Learning

Case Studies
Walailak University (WU), as a public higher education institution with a mission to serve community needs, adheres to the principles of inclusive education, ensuring that everyone has equal access to learning opportunities. Thus, the university strives to foster a learning society where no one is left behind by creating Lifelong Learning Policy, announced on 8 November 2022. The existence of the Lifelong Learning Policy ensures that access to these activities is open to all individuals, regardless of ethnicity, religion, disability, immigration status, or gender. This commitment is clearly reflected in the following statement from the policy:    "Walailak University is a center for lifelong learning that opens up equal educational opportunities for all, based on democratic participation, and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, skin color, physical…
Read More
17Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
The Educational Outreach Activities Beyond Campus

The Educational Outreach Activities Beyond Campus

Case Studies
Walailak University, with its wealth of knowledge, resources, and personnel, cannot achieve sustainable community development if such knowledge remains confined within the university walls. Therefore, Walailak University places strong emphasis on educational outreach activities for communities through social engagement projects, focusing on both continuous programs and ad-hoc activities, extending to local schools and communities. The Educational Outreach Activities under the Continuous Programs The implementation of continuous educational activities is a core mission that helps create sustainable learning opportunities for surrounding communities and society. Walailak University has designed and operated long-term programs with consistent continuity to enhance the quality of education among different target groups. These programs focus on promoting access to learning resources, developing essential skills, and building the potential of learners at all levels. Such activities serve as a…
Read More
10Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
Empowering Local Communities Through Lifelong Learning and Vocational Training

Empowering Local Communities Through Lifelong Learning and Vocational Training

Case Studies
Self-development is considered the cornerstone of lifelong learning. For this reason, Walailak University places great importance on hosting events at university that are open to the general public to train activities and vocational skill development. These activities are conducted in both long-term programs and ad-hoc initiatives, serving as mechanisms to help address unemployment, enhance workforce quality, and further advance existing skills for career success through engagement with various departments from the diagnostics of participants' needs. The activities are classified into two main types: executive education programs and vocational training. Programme Executive Education Programme The training activities under this topic focus on upskilling and reskilling professionals working in relevant fields, such as pharmacy and education. The participants already possess fundamental knowledge and expertise; therefore, these activities provide opportunities to further enhance…
Read More
10Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
Walailak University: Driving Knowledge, Innovation, and Sustainability through Research and Public Events

Walailak University: Driving Knowledge, Innovation, and Sustainability through Research and Public Events

Case Studies
Walailak University is not only a center for learning and research but also serves as a driving force for economic and social development through hosting free educational events at the university that are open to the general public. These events take the form of academic fairs, innovation showcases, and lifelong learning activities throughout the year at regional, national, and international levels. Such activities reaffirm the university’s role as a higher education institution committed to sustainable development, inspiring youth, and bridging research with practical applications.Walailak University is not only a center for learning and research but also serves as a driving force for economic and social development through hosting free educational events at the university that are open to the general public. These events are designed based on a diagnostic understanding…
Read More
10Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
Learning, Creating, and Growing: Educational Resources for Learning Equity by Walailak University

Learning, Creating, and Growing: Educational Resources for Learning Equity by Walailak University

Sustainability and Stewardship
Sustainability and Stewardship Education is the key to unlocking the doors of reducing inequality, particularly the kind that has been passed down through generations. From diagnostics, in many local areas, educational resources remain insufficient. As a leading higher education institution, Walailak University recognizes the importance of developing the potential of local schoolteachers, who play a vital role in nurturing youth to grow with quality. This approach aligns with the university’s vision of being a center of learning and a pillar of the community, fostering educational equity so that every student can access learning from well-qualified teachers. Walailak University has continuously organized annual English training programs to enhance the knowledge and skills of teachers from various schools, with the aim of enabling them to effectively transfer knowledge to their students. However,…
Read More
09Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
Unlocking Potential: Good Mental Health Provision for Staff, the Starting Point of Success in University Life

Unlocking Potential: Good Mental Health Provision for Staff, the Starting Point of Success in University Life

Sustainability and Stewardship
Sustainability and Stewardship In today’s fast-moving world, good mental health has become a crucial foundation—not only for personal well-being but also for work performance and happiness. This is especially true for academic personnel who are often burdened with increasing workloads and responsibilities. The university recognizes that supporting the mental well-being of its faculty and staff is a key driver for sustainable institutional progress. Consequently, the university provides staff with access to mental health support through relevant units, actively promoting good mental health.In 2024, Smile & Smart Center, Smile Clinic, and Psychiatric Clinic reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the mental health of university personnel in tangible ways through a variety of activities and programs focused on self-development and stress relief. These efforts reflect a deep understanding of the importance of well-being in…
Read More
09Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
From Policy to Practice: Walailak University’s Drive for Sustainable Tobacco Control

From Policy to Practice: Walailak University’s Drive for Sustainable Tobacco Control

Sustainability and Stewardship
Sustainability and Stewardship Walailak University recognizes the impact of smoking on health and the environment and has implemented a smoke-free policy covering all areas of the campus since 2022. This policy aims to create a safe environment and promote a healthier quality of life for students and staff. It was further revised in 2024 to include the regulation of e-cigarettes and cannabis-related products, along with clear penalties for violations, such as behavioral point deductions and close monitoring.Walailak University recognizes the impact of smoking on health and the environment and has implemented a smoke-free policy covering all areas of the campus since 2022. This policy aims to create a safe environment and promote a healthier quality of life for students and staff. It was developed through a diagnostic assessment of health…
Read More
09Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
Creating Sustainable Well-being for Students: Walailak University’s All-Encompassing Mental Health Care System

Creating Sustainable Well-being for Students: Walailak University’s All-Encompassing Mental Health Care System

Sustainability and Stewardship
Sustainability and Stewardship "Excellence" and "virtue" are incomplete without "happiness." That's why Walailak University goes beyond nurturing knowledgeable and ethical graduates, also genuinely and systematically prioritizing student mental health.In today’s fast-paced and high-pressure educational environment, promoting mental health within universities has become an essential and ongoing commitment. It is not only about addressing crises when they occur but also about creating a “safe space” where students can develop self-awareness, learn self-care, and access support when facing emotional challenges. Walailak University provides students with free access to mental health support that actively promotes good mental health. In addition, the university has designed a comprehensive mental health support system that encompasses prevention, life skills development, and professional assistance, while also equipping staff at all levels to play a role in sustainable student…
Read More
08Oct 2025 by Suphanida Duangchinda
Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Services for Students

Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Services for Students

Sustainability and Stewardship
Sustainability and Stewardship Sexual and reproductive health issues, particularly unintended pregnancies among adolescents, are critical concerns that require urgent and comprehensive solutions, especially among university students. Educational institutions play a crucial role in fostering an environment conducive to providing knowledge and services that sustainably prevent these issues. Consequently, WU provides students free access to sexual and reproductive health-care services including information and education services which are about sexual health services and safe pregnancy guidance, offering direct services to students to enhance their quality of life and reduce associated risks.Sexual and reproductive health issues, particularly unintended pregnancies among adolescents, are critical concerns that require urgent and comprehensive solutions, especially among university students. Educational institutions play a crucial role in fostering an environment conducive to providing knowledge and services that sustainably prevent…
Read More