April 21, 2026: The School of Informatics at Walailak University continues to drive internationalization by hosting an exchange program for students from Tashkent University of Information Technologies (TUIT), Uzbekistan. The first day focused on exchanging knowledge in information technology and modern innovation. The program was led by Dr.Kanitsorn Suriyapaiboonwattana, a lecturer in the Digital Content and Media program, together with the International Affairs team.
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The Day 1 activities were designed to build integrated skills, combining academic rigor with local cultural immersion. Highlights included:
In-depth Systems & Critical Thinking
The morning kicked off with “System Exposure,” where students explored the Walai AutoLib system—a sustainable library software innovation developed by Walailak University. This was followed by a “Kahoot Challenge” in a Critical Thinking session, allowing students to dissect and analyze systemic issues together.
A Taste of Authentic Thai Culture
Beyond the classroom, students enjoyed a “Thai Food Experience” by tasting the world-famous “Thai Tea” (Cha-Yen). The students were particularly excited by the unique experience of drinking from a plastic bag secured with a rubber band. Learning the “art of unbinding the rubber band” themselves brought smiles and offered a memorable introduction to the Thai way of life.
Hands-on UX Observation & Innovation Sprint
The afternoon focused on real-world applications through UX Observation. Students toured the University Library and Gaming Zone to analyze User Engagement and User Experience (UX). This led into the “Innovation Sprint,” a brainstorming session aimed at designing smart library innovations for the AI era.
Pitching Ideas for Sustainability
The day concluded with a “Pitching & Wrap-up” session, where students presented their brainstormed concepts and summarized their key takeaways. These ideas are expected to be further developed into sustainable innovations in the future.
This first day marks a strong start to an intensive exchange program, strengthening ties between the two institutions and reinforcing Walailak University’s role as an international hub for informatics education.
