On March 31, 2026, Asst. Prof. Dr. Siriwatchana Kaeophanuek, Dean of the School of Informatics at Walailak University, accompanied by the school’s executive team, faculty members, and Dr. Darunee Bunkrong, Assistant Dean for Chinese Strategic Affairs at the College of Graduate Studies, held a meeting to discuss academic collaboration with Sichuan University of Science and Technology (SUST) in the People’s Republic of China.
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The Walailak University delegation received a warm welcome from SUST’s executive leadership, including:
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Li Chao, Vice President
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Chen Liting, Assistant to the President
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Wang Qian, Director of the International Cooperation and Exchange Office
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During the visit, in-depth discussions were held to develop academic cooperation at the faculty and program levels. The talks covered research initiatives, student exchange programs, short-course development, and graduate student recruitment, with participation from key SUST representatives:
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Su Shaopei, Dean of the School of Information and Communication
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Jiang Yongmin, Director of the Scientific Research Office
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Pan Tao, Faculty Member of the School of Information and Communication
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Yang Wenbo, Staff of the International Cooperation and Exchange Office
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About SUST: Sichuan University of Science and Technology (SUST) is a public university in Sichuan Province, China, founded in 1965. The institution is renowned for its expertise in Engineering, Applied Sciences, and Information Technology. With a large student body and a highly qualified faculty, SUST maintains strong international partnerships, supporting joint curriculum development and global research. A key highlight of the university is its emphasis on professional practice, maintaining robust ties with local industries to enhance student employability.
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Collaborative Goals: This meeting focused on several strategic areas:
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Graduate student recruitment.
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Student and faculty exchange programs.
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Development of short-term academic courses.
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Promotion of Cooperative Education (Work-Integrated Learning).
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Joint research projects between faculty members of both institutions.
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This partnership marks another significant milestone for the School of Informatics, Walailak University, in expanding its international academic network and driving sustainable excellence in education, research, and innovation on a global scale.
