SOLGEN Lecturer Earns International Professional Recognition
under the UKPSF

🎉🎉 Congratulations 🎉🎉

 

School of Languages and General Education (SOLGEN), Walailak University, proudly congratulates
Aj. Navapat Thongsom,
Lecturer in the Languages,

 

on receiving professional recognition under the
United Kingdom Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF)
awarded by Advance HE, United Kingdom.

 

This achievement reflects a strong commitment to teaching excellence and internationally recognized professional standards, further strengthening the academic reputation of the School and the University. 🌍✨

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WU Orchestra Spreads Year-End Joy at Central Nakhon Si Thammarat
On Sunday, 21 December 2025,

 

Asst. Prof. Dr. Chuthamat Rattikansukha, Head of the Research Center, and Aj. Pavirasa Praditsorn, Lecturer at the School of Languages and General Education (SOLGEN), Walailak University, participated in a musical performance at Central Nakhon Si Thammarat to celebrate the year-end festive season through the WU Orchestra performance.

 

The event was honored by the presence of Prof. Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong, President of Walailak University, who joined in delivering happiness to the people of Nakhon Si Thammarat.

 

This activity reflects the University’s commitment to community engagement and highlights the power of music in fostering joy, warmth, and strong connections between the University and society.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Taweeluck Leads Truth-telling Workshop
for Peace in Southern Border Provinces

Asst. Prof. Dr. Taweeluck Pollachom, Head of the General Education Program, School of Languages and General Education (SOLGEN), Walailak University, served as the project leader for the workshop entitled:

“Truth-telling Dialogue: Empowering Conversations for Peace in Thailand’s Southern Border Provinces.”

The project was funded by the Embassy of Canada to Thailand under the initiative:
“Enhancing truth-telling and survivor-led justice in Thailand’s southern border provinces, mobilizing women and youth to heal communities affected by two decades of armed violence.”

The workshop was held from 19–21 December 2025 at Grand Park Hotel, Nakhon Si Thammarat. Participating faculty members from SOLGEN included: Asst. Prof. Khalid Midam, Asst. Prof. Piyachart Suongtee, Aj. Pavirasa Praditsorn, Aj. Krisada Kantichol

The initiative aimed to promote constructive dialogue, empower communities, and contribute to sustainable peace-building efforts in Thailand’s southern border provinces.

SOLGEN Hosts Debate Skills Development Workshop

The General Education Department of the School of Languages and General Education (SOLGEN) organized a Debate Skills Development Workshop on December 20, 2025, from 1:00–4:00 p.m., at Room 3201, Lecture Building 3, Walailak University.

The event was honored by Asst.Prof.Dr. Rungruang Janta, Vice Dean of the School of Languages and General Education, who presided over the opening ceremony. The keynote lecture was delivered by Asst.Prof.Dr. Nibondh Tipsrinimit, a lecturer at the School of Languages and General Education, who shared his expertise and experience in debate. The session emphasized the development of critical and logical thinking skills as well as effective communication.

The activity also featured hands-on debate practice based on real-life scenarios, providing participants with opportunities to practice expressing opinions, engaging in constructive argumentation, and working collaboratively. In addition, a Q&A session with prizes was organized to enhance participation and create an engaging and enjoyable learning atmosphere.

A total of 115 students, faculty members, and interested participants attended the workshop. The overall atmosphere was friendly and interactive, with participants actively expressing their views and enthusiastically engaging in all activities.

SOLGEN Strengthens International Research Collaboration

SOLGEN executives recently held an initial discussion with representatives from Saint Louis University, the Philippines, on December 17, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., to explore opportunities for expanding international collaboration. Building on the successful research partnership, scientists from both institutions have published a number of high-quality research articles since 2022.

The discussion also highlighted the potential for staff exchange and the development of student extracurricular activities, aiming to promote academic mobility, cross-cultural learning, and long-term collaborative research between the two institutions.

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SOLGEN Hosts Talk–Demonstration on Royal Compositions and Jazz by the Singora Band

The Cultural Preservation Committee of the School of Languages and General Education (SOLGEN), Walailak University (WU), organized a talk–demonstration on royal compositions and jazz music performed by the Singora band on December 12, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Professor Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong Building (ST), Walailak University.

The event was held under the project “Music of Remembrance: Royal Compositions of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great (Jazz Interpretation of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great Compositions).”

The event was honored by Associate Professor Dr. Prakasit Sitthithikul, Dean of the School of Languages and General Education, who delivered the opening remarks and joined The Singora band in a vocal performance of the royal composition “Jai Rak.”

Throughout the program, The Singora band shared knowledge of jazz music through a combination of lectures and live performances, featuring pieces such as Tenor Madness, Fly Me to the Moon, Misty, The Girl from Ipanema, Still on My Mind, and Oh I Say, alongside royal compositions. In addition, a contemporary dance performance titled JazzaNora by Assistant Professor Dr. Kanit Sripaoraya beautifully blended local cultural art forms with jazz music.

This activity highlights SOLGEN’s commitment to preserving and promoting arts and culture, while conveying the enduring value of royal compositions. At the same time, it provided a meaningful learning space in aesthetics and jazz music, offering new perspectives to students and participants through the creative integration of culture with contemporary learning.

SOLGEN Researcher Joins International Conference to Advance High-Quality Research and Global Collaboration

“Assistant Professor Dr. Kannika Thongkhao, a researcher from the School of Languages and General Education (SOLGEN), During 8–10 December 2025 in Hong Kong, participated in the International Conference on Quality Control, Authentication, and Conservation of Herbal Materials and Products (icHerb 2025), an international academic event organized by the School of Life Sciences and the School of Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, in collaboration with the Engineering Research Center of Shanghai Colleges for TCM New Drug Discovery, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

The conference brought together researchers and graduate students from Hong Kong, Germany, Korea, and Thailand, providing a global platform for knowledge exchange and research collaboration in the field of herbal medicine. The main focus of icHerb 2025 was quality control, authentication, and conservation of herbal materials and products, which are critical to ensuring the safety, efficacy, and sustainability of medicinal plant resources.

Key activities of the conference included keynote lectures, research presentations, and academic discussions on the latest knowledge and advanced technologies for quality control and authentication of herbal materials. These activities encouraged interdisciplinary interaction among experts in pharmacognosy, molecular biology, analytical chemistry, and related disciplines.

The outcomes of icHerb 2025 are expected to enhance multidisciplinary and international research collaboration, support the modernization of Chinese Medicine, and contribute to raising international standards of quality control and assurance for Chinese medicinal materials and related commercial products.

During the conference, Assistant Professor Dr. Kannika Thongkhao engaged in academic discussions and networking activities, drawing on her expertise in herbal medicine authentication using DNA barcoding techniques. Her participation focused on establishing and strengthening global research collaboration with international experts in the field. These interactions created opportunities for future joint research, academic exchange, and international partnerships, supporting SOLGEN’s strategic goal of enhancing research quality through global collaboration.

This participation highlights SOLGEN’s active role in promoting high-quality research and international collaboration, while providing valuable opportunities for researchers and graduate students to engage with global experts and establish future collaborative initiatives.
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International Collaboration
International Collaboration

SOLGEN Collaborates with Youth With A Mission to Organize a Korean Cultural Exchange Activity

The School of Languages and General Education (SOLGEN), Walailak University (WU), in collaboration with Youth With A Mission, organized a Korean cultural exchange activity on December 9, 2025, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Prof.Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong (ST), Walailak University.

The activity aimed to promote learning in foreign languages and cultures, while also providing students with opportunities to exchange experiences and develop mutual understanding across cultures. The program featured a wide range of engaging activities, including introductory Korean language learning, Korean games, and Korean cultural and artistic activities.

This activity was made possible through the cooperation of Youth With A Mission (YWAM) and was attended by more than 40 participants, including Korean participants and Walailak University students. The atmosphere was warm and friendly, combining enjoyment with learning, and highlighting the importance of developing communication skills and intercultural understanding in today’s global society.

SOLGEN Holds Merit-Making Ceremony to Celebrate the School’s Founding Anniversary 2025

On 7 November 2025, the Cultural Preservation Committee of the School of Languages and General Education (SOLGEN), Walailak University, organized a Merit-Making Ceremony in celebration of the school’s founding anniversary, which falls annually on 9 November, at Academic Building 6, the current office location of the school.

The event began with an Islamic ritual (Arawah) followed by a Buddhist merit-making ceremony, reflecting the cultural and religious diversity among the school’s staff members. This activity aimed to foster mutual respect and promote harmony among different faiths within the school community.

The school was honored to welcome Phra Methiwachiraphirat, the Ecclesiastical Provincial Governor of Nakhon Si Thammarat (Dhammayut Order), who kindly presided over the Buddhist ceremony and delivered a Dhamma sermon emphasizing the principle of “Give when you can, keep your precepts, and cultivate meditation.” His words of wisdom inspired all participants to uphold moral values and spiritual growth in their daily lives.

The ceremony was filled with a warm and peaceful atmosphere. Both Thai and international lecturers joined the event, sharing cultural experiences and learning about Thai traditions. Notably, several international faculty members enthusiastically participated in the Thai-style merit-making rituals for the first time, marking a memorable moment of cultural exchange.

The event concluded with a friendly communal lunch featuring Southern Thai rice noodles (Khanom Jeen), symbolizing good fortune and lasting unity among the school’s faculty and staff.

SOLGEN extends its congratulations to Dr. Mark Bedoya Ulla on his appointment as Associate Professor

The School of Languages and General Education (SOLGEN), Walailak University, extends its congratulations to Dr. Mark Bedoya Ulla, a faculty member in the Languages Department, on the occasion of his appointment as Associate Professor in English (English as a Foreign Language).

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