The CU student newspaper, “Nisit-Nuksueksa”, created by a group of students studying in the Department of Journalism of the Faculty of Communication Arts were presented two honourable mention awards  by the Thai Journalists Association (TJA). The first of these is the “Young Reporter’s Award”, known in Thai as the “Pirab-noi Award” under the “Excellent Newspaper Editor” category. The newspaper received a 5,000 baht cash prize and a plaque. The second award, the “Rita Patiyasewee Award”  was for feature news, “Work & Travel: A Risky Journey”. For this, they   were presented with a 10,000 baht cash prize and plaque.

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A team of students studying in the MBA 2016 program at Sasin Graduate Institute of Business Administration of Chulalongkorn University, comprising  Ms. Nalinrat Boonnikornworawit, Ms. Pailin Kosiyarakwong and Ms. Nucharin Kanthapasara, received the 1^st place award in the international marketing planning contest, “Unilever Future Leaders’ League 2017”, held at Unilever’s Head Office in London, England.

Assoc. Prof. Pasu Decharin, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy, Chulalongkorn University,  announced that the Chulalongkorn Alumni Mentor Program, or ‘ChAMP’, has been honoured by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), a respected international institution that specializes in and accredits education standards for business administration and accountancy programs for several institutions in the U.S. This year, only 35 of 315 project proposals submitted by universities from 33 countries were selected. ChAMP, among these 35, was honored for its content related business. Following this success, the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy aims to continue expanding its projects, now launching “3I Interact Innovation Inspiration”, which focuses on preparing students for successful careers, hoping this can also serve as a key solution for this ever-changing world of business.

At the conference, “Business in Thailand During the Second Half of 2017”, Associate Professor Pasu Decharin, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy, Chulalongkorn University, explained that the Thai business sector should become more competitive as new businesses open. Therefore, market research has become much more vital as companies work to come up with new innovations that will cater  to new market demands. Today, we see  businesses, including start-ups, large organisations and even multi-national companies moving towards online marketing. The growth of businesses in Thailand will depend on the next generations to pitch new ideas and invest in more start-ups. While these companies can focus on new ideas, they often do not have the capital to drive their business forward, whereas larger organisations have the capital to invest in these new businesses innovations in addition to their core business.

Apart from investing in start-ups, these organisations need to shift their growth direction to neighbouring countries due to the decrease in domestic demand. For the business sector to grow in accordance with the government’s Thailand 4.0 policy, management should focus on three main business survival points: Organisation 4.0, Leadership 4.0 and Strategy 4.0. The ideal organisation should be multi-cultural and multi-generation. Employees should be encouraged to obtain new skills regularly to keep up with the changing world. At the same time, executives should have intellectual humility to be open to suggestions and accept new ideas. Lastly, Strategy 4.0 is the ability to envision new ideas in order to create different management strategies alongside creating new innovations,” said Assoc. Prof. Pasu Decharin.

Mr. Wilert Puriwat, Head of the Marketing Department, Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy, said that marketers should not only keep up with the latest trends, but also have vision and the ability to determine how consumers will  behave. Digital platforms should not only function as a marketing tool, but they can also evolve into business models. Modern day consumers should not only rely on social media, but they should try to learn through experience by building other forms of networks for sharing. When building a brand today,  market research, both online and offline, is vital to become a well-rounded businessthat can reach heir target with creative campaigns that will catch consumers’ attention.

The ASEAN Studies Center of Chulalongkorn University will host the ASEAN Youth Exchange Program 2017 between 30 July and 7 August 2017. Focusing on the topic “ASEAN’S Next Step in the Changing World”, the program will promote education in the ASEAN community in economics, society and culture and political science. Participants will have the opportunity to share their thoughts and experiences on community development while cooperating on different projects. It is hoped this will be a  driving force behind the ASEAN community’s future development and prosperity.

Download the application form today via Facebook: CU Youth LEAD, call Tel. 080-234-8383 or email: aseanyouth2017.asc@gmail.com for more information.

On Friday, 16 June 2017, Ms. Kaewjai  Nacaskul, Director of the Office of International Affairs and Global Network of Chulalongkorn University (Chula – OIA), welcomed Mr. CHE Weimin, Deputy Director of the General Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE), together with executive teams from CSCSE and Jiangsu Normal University in the OIA Meeting Room, Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building. The meeting then included a brief introduction of the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange followed by a discussion on enhancing communication on the basis of a two-sided educational policy and potential collaboration.

On Wednesday, 21 June 2017, Prof. Pairash Thajchayapong Ph.D., former permanent secretary of the Ministry of Science and Technology, presided over the MoU signing ceremony for academic collaboration on the Thai-JUNO Project between  Chulalongkorn University, represented by Prof. Bundhit Eua-arporn, Ph.D., university president, Suranaree Unviersity of Technology, represented by Prof.  Prasart Suebka, Ph.D., Suranaree rector and the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT), represented by Assoc. Prof. Boonrucksar Soonthornthum, NARIT director, which took place in Room 202, 2^nd floor, Chamchuri 4 Building, Chulalongkorn University. The MoU was signed to strengthen relations and academic collaboration between the three institutions in research in Neutrino Physics and related fields.

On Sunday, 18 June 2017, from 6.30 – 8.00  am, the Indian Studies Center of Chulalongkorn University hosted the 3rd International Day of Yoga on the grounds in  front of the Royal Statues of King Chulalongkorn and King Vajiravudh. General Thanasak Patimaprakorn, deputy prime minister of Thailand, H.E., Mr. Bhagwant Singh Bishnoi, Ambassador of India to Thailand, and Assistant Professor Dr.Pirongrong Ramasoota, Vice President of Chulalongkorn University, presided over the opening ceremony. A number of people joined this event and participated in practicing Yoga, including people with hearing impairment, people suffering from Parkinson’s disease and 3^rd-stage cancer patients.

Faculty members at Sasin- Thailand’s number one business school- welcomed MBA students from MIT Sloan School of Management, USA for MIT- Sasin Action Learning Program at Sasin. In the next few weeks, MBA students from Sasin and MIT Sloan School of Management will collaborate in three Action Learning projects to tackle real-world business challenges in three different corporations. The joint initiative projects cover a range of issues, such as strategy, operations, business development, finance, marketing and human resources, as well as other management challenges. The projects give students on-the ground opportunities to put classroom theory into practice.

Pictured are:

Asst. Prof. Chonawee Supatgiat, Ph.D. (7^th from left), Finance faculty; Nick Pisalyaput (8^th from left), Director of Sasin Centre for Sustainability Management; Prof. Kua Wongboonsin, Ph.D. (9^th from left), Senior Researcher; Asst. Prof. Chaipong Pongpanich, Ph.D. (8^th from left)

For more information, please contact

Wiwat Changtrakul, Head of Marketing and Communications

wiwat.changtrakul@sasin.edu or 02-218- 3852

Praewthip Danwarawijit,  Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Praewthip.Danwarawijitr@sasin.edu or 02-218- 3853-4, 081-808-5910

www.sasin.edu

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Chulalongkorn University and the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission are together organising the Asia Pacific Regional Internet Governance Forum (APrIGF) 2017 to be held 26-29 July 2017 at Chulalongkorn University. The APrIGF is a regional level forum that serves as a platform for discussion, exchange and collaboration on Internet governance issues of the region. It also provides an opportunity to raise awareness on other emerging Internet issues. Approximately 300 participants from around the world are expected to attend.

Interested persons can register to attend free-of-charge via https://2017.aprigf.asia/registration/. For more details, please contact the Chulalongkorn University Communication Center at Tel. 02-218-3364-5.

          Kamolchanok Pikulthipsakorn,  a fourth-year student from the Department of Mass Communication, Faculty of Communication Arts, Chulalongkorn University,  recently won the “True Visions – BBC World News Future Journalist Award 2017 (FJA15)” for the Bangkok Metropolitan Region..

When asked, Kamolchanok said that this program gave her the opportunity to participate in activities outside the classroom that allowed her to develop her skills and follow her dreams. Although her primary goal is to become a news broadcaster and not a print journalist, this program provided fundamental experience of how to become a good reporter. Kamolchanok believes that in pursuing any career, you should know the core of the profession. If she were to become a journalist, she is ready to take on the job and deliver news in a truthful way to help develop Thai society.

The True Future Journalist Award 2017 offers 30 selected participants, including Kamolchanok, to intern at TNN24, a Thai satellite, cable and digital news channel owned by True Corporation. The one-month internship provides an opportunity to take part in news coverage, writing stories, translation, interviews and, most importantly, implement the knowledge acquired from the Faculty of Communication Arts into the workplace. Participants do not only practice theoretical and practical knowledge, but are also allowed to execute solutions for real-time problems.

Now, Kamolchanok would like to tell Chula students to follow their dreams and challenge themselves and grab every opportunity that comes their way. Although studying in classrooms is important, involving oneself in extracurricular activities to increase knowledge and gain experience is also vital.

“A big thanks to my professors at the Faculty of Communication Arts that pushed me to think outside the box and encouraging students to participate in activities. If I hadn’t known about this program, I would have missed an important opportunity to follow my dreams,”said Kamolchanok.

UPCOMING PUBLIC SEMINAR: “The New Decree on Management of Alien Employment 2560 B.E. and Its Impact: Discussion by the Government and Private Sector” [21 July 2017]
When: 09.00 – 12.00

Where: Alumni Conference Room, 12th Floor, Building 3, Faculty of Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Co-organized by The Asian Research Center for Migration (ARCM) of the Institute of Asian Studies (IAS), Chulalongkorn University and the Master of Arts Program in International Development Studies (MAIDS), Faculty of Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

***The seminar is convened in Thai language with English summary***

Learn More: https://www.maids-chula.org/public-seminar-1/2017/7/17/upcoming-public-seminar-the-new-decree-on-management-of-alien-employment-2560-be-and-its-impact-discussion-by-the-government-and-private-sector-21-july-2017

Chulalongkorn University and Nagoya University Collaborative Asia-Link Symposium to commemorate the 25^th Anniversary of Academic Relations between Chulalongkorn University and Nagoya University, the Centenary Anniversary of Chulalongkorn University and 130 Years of Diplomatic Relations between Thailand and Japan hosted by the Technopreneurship and Innovation Management Program of Chulalongkorn University and Institute of Innovative for Future Society of Nagoya University on 3 August 2017

Venue: Kasem Suwanagul Hall, Chulalongkorn University

To mark the 25th anniversary of academic collaboration between Chulalongkorn University and Nagoya University, the centernary anniversary of Chulalongkorn University and 130 years of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Japan, Chulalongkorn University in collaboration with Nagoya University will co-host a joint symposium under the topic, “Fostering the next generation for Asia’s Future”. In addition, the Technopreneurship and Innovation Management Program of Chulalongkorn University and the Institute of Innovation for Future Society of Nagoya University will sign  a Memorandum of Understanding between at the symposium to be held on 3 August 2017.

This joint symposium aims to promote academic and research cooperation between the two universities as well as foster collaborative research and innovation between the government and industrial sectors. It will also provide a platform for interested academics, researchers and students to exchange ideas and promote relevant research that is commercially viable or socially beneficial to contribute in helping the country to gain greater capability to better compete with other countries over time.

Activities:

• Poster Presentation of academic papers and research findings by students of the Technopreneurship and Innovation Management Program of Chulalongkorn University,; Research findings of students of the JSPS Core to Core Program of Chulalongkorn University, Nagoya University, Hanoi University of Science and Technology and the National University of Laos; Research findings of students of the Graduate Program for Real-World Data Circulations Leaders of Nagoya University and Research findings of students of collaborative universities with Nagoya University
• Presentations of start-up companies by students from the Graduate Program for Real-World Data Circulation Leaders of Nagoya University and Research findings of students of the Technopreneurship and Innovation Management Program of Chulalongkorn University
• Information booths of Chulalongkorn University, Nagoya University and supporting organisations.

The 8th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2017 at United Nations in Bangkok, Thailand is OPEN for registration! We are looking for competent and compassionate student leaders with the following qualities to join us in this Leadership Development in Social Change:

1.Student Leaders who have demonstrated strong leadership potential and aspire to constantly learn from others to better themselves.
2.Student leaders who have an open mind and a genuine appreciation for different perspectives and individuals with different backgrounds, interests and ambitions.
3.Student leaders who show consideration for others and possess an interest to better society.

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For more information visit our website atwww.universityscholars.org.uk or simply write in to supot.saeper@humanitarianaffairs.org or +6692-929-3345

New  international,  students are cordially invited to join the fall 2017 Chulalongkorn University International Student Orientation to be held on 11 August 11 2017 at Meeting Room 801 on the 8^th Floor, Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building (Chamchuri 10) from 09:30 to 11:30 a.m. If you are interested in joining this meeting that will provide useful information for the coming semester, please register by 4 August 2017 at onestop.service@chula.ac.th.

ChAMP, or the Chulalongkorn Alumni Mentorship Program, is program organised by the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy of Chulalongkorn University that links top-tier alumni business owners, CEO, CFO, and MD together with academics to mentor current undergraduate students. Top candidates with the most potential are chosen from two rounds of mentee selection. The program offers a platform for alumni volunteers to guide students in life goals, career path and in depth learning. Mentees will be able to develop their skills in various areas and add value to pursuit of their career aspirations through activities and constructive feedback.

Mentorship is a concept that is widely applied in the world’s leading universities as well as public and private organisations. The Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy, Chulalongkorn University Business School considers itself the first higher education institute in Thailand to start an effective mentorship program model under ChAMP.

What results do ChAMP expect?

ChAMP expects mentees to gain valuable learning through alumni experience and knowledge. ChAMP hopes that students will be able to advance in their career path and become productive alumni. Mentees should be able to share their experiences with their juniors and future generations as well as play an important part in the development of society and the nation.

How does ChAMP operate?

ChAMP is driven by members of the program board elected from the faculty, and it includes alumni volunteers of top-level management or those with outstanding academic backgrounds.

Interesting Facts

• The program has received more than 500 applicants within three years.
• There are a total of over 150 mentees who have joined the program during these three years.
• The program has created self-development awareness for more than 1,000 student applicants through career development activities such as CHANCE by ChAMP and extensive career roundtables.
• ChAMP has built a network of mentees who have adopted an ideology to share with future generations.
• The program has been presented as a case study under the topic of Alumni Mentorship at an international conference in Japan.
• In cooperation with Chulalongkorn University Business School, ChAMP hosted a special keynote lecture under the topic “Honesty and Success” presented by Chuan Leekpai, Thailand’s former prime minister.

The SEASIA 2017 Chulalongkorn University Conference Committee invites on-campus members to register online for the forthcoming regional conference. “Unity in Diversity: Transgressive Southeast Asia”, to be held 16-17 December 2017.  Pre-registration is required for ALL PARTICIPANTS.

As a Chula member, your registration fee will be waved.  Simply hit the “click here” box on the upper right area of the page below. The following registration procedure is very easy to follow.  Once completed, send your basic information to the Secretariat. http://www.seasia2017.arts.chula.ac.th/regis/code/index.php

Once you are registered, you will be able to join the Opening Ceremony, all panel sessions, special programs, exhibitions and welcome reception. You will also receive a conference kit containing a printed program and other items. Chula students are also encouraged to participate in this conference which offers rich learning opportunities.  They will be charged a reduced Bt 500 to register. Registration open until 15 August 2017.Free of charge for Chula faculty members

“Taking every opportunity that comes your way can really be way beyond your expectations,” said Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying, or Aokbab,  a student in the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Chulalongkorn University who is also a famous  actress, best known for her role as “Lynn”, a straight-A student in the film “Chalard Games Gong”. or “Bad Genius”. For her beautiful portrayal of a mysterious character, Aokbab was presented the Screen International Rising Star Asia award at the 16^th New York Asian Film Festival.

Aokbab explained how she didn’t expect to get this role as there were many other experienced and talented actors who came to audition. But because she’d read the screenplay and really got into the plot, she tried her best and was finally chosen to play the role of ‘Lynn’ as she desired.

Having two part-time jobs as a model and an actress while studying at the same time, especially acting in which Aokbab had no experience, she had to learn to manage her time and be responsible to balance her schedule. The experience and achievement she gained from working while studying are priceless. She expressed her appreciation  for everyone who helped her throughout this journey, saying how she wouldn’t have achieved what she did if it weren’t for them. “Although it can get tough sometimes, I am happy. It’s the first film I ever starred in, and I’ve gained not only invaluable experience, but also important life skills,” she said.

The Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Chulalongkorn University currently offers fours programs, each requiring students to cooperate and work together regularly.  Aokbab shared her opinion about her faculty, saying how studying here has guided her toward a successful career path and prepared her professionally. She’s also gained a great deal frp, the educational style which allows her to think freely and be open-minded, imaginative and creative.

Aokbab sometimes finds herself thinking about her friends who also work and study and says she now better understands how tough this can be. She admires everyone with a dream who’s fighting to pursue it.

Aokbab has designed her life the way she wants, just as her name suggests. Aokbab means to design in Thai. How about you? How have you designed yours so far?

We are glad to announce that Blackboard learning management system will be upgraded from version 2014 to 2017 during August 1-6, 2017. We would like to request your kind cooperation as follows:

1. ​Please add new information of your Fall 2017 courses before 31 July 2017 or starting August 7, 2017
2. Please do not add new information to your Fall 2017 courses during August 1-6, 2107 since we cannot guarantee any missing or lost information during upgrade
3. You will be able to access your Bb account as usual during the upgrade time

Thank you very much for your kind cooperation and we apologize in advance if you are experiencing any difficulties during this upgrade period. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact 02-218-0242 or 02-218-3406 or e-mail pattamon.b@chula.ac.th or bbadmin@it.chula.ac.th during regular business hours.

The College of Public Health Sciences of Chulalongkorn University together with the International Association for the Study of Sexuality, Culture and Society (IASSCS) hosted an international academic conference on “Breaking Boundaries: Sexuality, Gender, Reproduction, Health and Rights” during 13-15 July 2017 in the 2^nd floor Meeting Room, Institute Building 3 of Chulalongkorn University. This year’s conference marked the 11^th conference and 100^th anniversary of Chulalongkorn University. The first IASSCS was held in 1997 in Amsterdam, Netherlands where the topic focused on boundaries in sexuality education, research and advocacy while this year’s topic focused on the importance of deconstruction and breaking the boundaries of sexuality, gender, academy, advocacy, politics and health.

Conference participants included 200 professionals from 52 countries  representing a wide range of  professions. The conference provided a platform for participants to present individual papers and posters that reflected the topic of the conference. Moreover, the conference included a panel discussion on promoting gender equality, human rights, disadvantaged persons, migration and the sex trade.