On 3 February 2026, the executive team of the School of Informatics, Walailak University, led by Assistant Professor Dr. Siriwatchana Kaeophanuek, Dean of the School of Informatics, together with the management team comprising Associate Professor Dr. Chaowanan Khundam and Assistant Professor Dr. Pornpon Thamrongrat, Associate Deans of the School of Informatics, as well as Mr. Kampanat Surangpak, Graduate Studies Project Officer of the Artificial Intelligence and Digital Media Innovation Program, paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Mongkol Teerananond, Vice President for International Relations and University Development, at the Wichit Srisa-an Building, Walailak University.
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The purpose of the meeting was to discuss and exchange ideas on strategies to support and enhance the development of graduate studies within the School. The discussion focused on building collaborative networks and expanding opportunities for the recruitment of international students into graduate programs. These efforts aim to elevate research quality, strengthen internationalization, and improve Walailak University’s global standing and world ranking in the long term.
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During the meeting, the executive team also discussed key issues related to curriculum development directions, graduate studies management, and student support mechanisms, with the goal of expanding educational opportunities and strengthening the School’s overall capacity.
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On this occasion, the School of Informatics would like to express its sincere appreciation to Dr. Mongkol Teerananond for his valuable support, insightful comments, and constructive recommendations for the development of graduate programs and graduate studies operations, particularly in promoting the enrollment of international students to collaboratively drive sustainable research development and international academic networks.