Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, The Princess Royal, Graciously Presides Over Khon Kaen University Graduation Ceremony on Day Two; KKU Humbly Presents the KKU IntelSphere AI Platform to Promote Educational Equity

19 December 2025
13:37

On 19 December 2025, by gracious command of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, The Princess Royal, proceeded as His Royal Representative to confer degrees upon the graduates of Khon Kaen University (KKU) for the academic year 2025. The ceremony took place at the Golden Jubilee Convention Centre, Khon Kaen University, marking the second day of the graduation proceedings.

Upon the arrival of the royal motorcade at the front of the Golden Jubilee Convention Centre at 09:00 hrs, Her Royal Highness was received by distinguished officials and university administrators. Those present to receive Her Royal Highness included Mr. Khajornkiat Rakpanichmanee, Governor of Khon Kaen Province; Mr. Chinorot Yongkiatikarn, Chief Justice of Region 4; Major General Kittipong Nuangchomphu, Commander of the 23rd Army Circle; Police Major General Anuwat Suwannaphum, Commander of Khon Kaen Provincial Police; Mr. Surapon Petchvra, Vice Chairman of the Khon Kaen University Council; and Associate Professor Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., President of Khon Kaen University. They were joined by members of the University Council, vice presidents, deans, assistants to the president, faculty members, government officials, staff, and students.

Mrs. Pitima Rakpanichmanee, President of the Khon Kaen Red Cross Chapter, and Dr. Uanjit Panthongviriyakul, spouse of the KKU President, humbly presented garlands (Malai Phra Korn) to Her Royal Highness.

Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn then proceeded to the ceremonial hall to confer degrees for the academic year 2025 upon graduates from the following faculties and colleges: the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Faculty of Dentistry, the Faculty of Architecture, the College of Graduate Study in Management, the College of Local Administration, the Faculty of Economics, the Faculty of Business Administration and Accountancy, the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, the College of International, the Faculty of Law, the Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies, and the College of Computing. Following the royal degree conferral, the new graduates collectively recited their pledge.

Royal Address to Graduates

Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn graciously delivered a royal address to the Khon Kaen University graduates of the academic year 2025:

“His Majesty the King graciously appointed me to represent him in the Khon Kaen University graduation ceremony for the academic year 2024 today. I wish to express my appreciation to all the distinguished honourees and graduates who have achieved this honour and success. I also deeply thank the university for bestowing the Honorary Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences upon me.

A graduate is considered a person of intellect, possessing comprehensive knowledge and wisdom cultivated through studies and thoughtful deliberation. The individual is thus highly regarded as a bundit (graduate). Moving forward, each of you will utilise the knowledge and wisdom accumulated during your university education in your daily lives and careers to establish yourselves and achieve stable progress.

To accomplish this, graduates must always bear in mind that even though you have completed a high level of education, learning must not cease. It is essential for everyone to dedicate themselves to seeking additional knowledge and continually refining their intelligence. This knowledge and intelligence are not limited merely to academic disciplines or technological proficiency, but must also encompass sound judgement, the ability to discern right from wrong, and an understanding of what should be done and what should be avoided.

If the graduates cultivate this knowledge and wisdom diligently, they will become genuinely intellectual individuals. They will be able to apply their intellect to navigate through all obstacles and challenges in life and career, thus achieving lasting prosperity. Each of you will become valuable human resources who contribute to the progress, culture, and sustainability of society and the nation, ensuring a prosperous and happy home for us all.

In the name of His Majesty the King, I wish all new graduates and everyone attending this ceremony happiness and prosperity.”

Presentation of Royal Gifts

Following the delivery of the royal address, Her Royal Highness departed the ceremonial hall and granted an audience to the Khon Kaen University executives to humbly present nine commemorative items:

1.Mr. Surapon Petchvra, Vice Chairman of the Khon Kaen University Council, humbly presented a book commemorating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of Khon Kaen University.

2.Associate Professor Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., President of Khon Kaen University, humbly presented a piece of local handicraft (silk fabric) dedicated to His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua.

3.Professor Pewpan Maleewong, M.D., Vice President for Research and Innovation, humbly presented a piece of local handicraft (silk fabric) dedicated to Her Majesty The Queen.

4.Assistant Professor Pattarawit Polpinit, Ph.D., Vice President for Human Resources, humbly presented a piece of local handicraft (silk fabric) dedicated to Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, The Princess Royal.

5.Associate Professor Darunee Jothityangkoon, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, humbly presented a set of dietary supplements developed from indigenous chicken breeds by the Animal Breeding and Omics Research Network Centre.

6.Assistant Professor Chanasda Chullasthira, Ph.D., and Mr. Ackapol Lamuang of the Faculty of Architecture, humbly presented a piece of woven cloth featuring the ‘Garden of Royal Kindness’ pattern (measuring 3 x 1 metres).

7.Associate Professor Chavis Ketkaew of the College of International humbly presented a set of biological leather bags produced from waste materials generated by the processed mango industry.

8.Mr. Suthipong Suriya humbly presented five cookbooks.

9.Assistant Professor Denpong Soodphakdee, Ph.D., Vice President for Education and Digital, humbly presented 1,000 user accounts for the KKU IntelSphere AI educational system.

After the ceremony was concluded, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, The Princess Royal, departed the Golden Jubilee Convention Centre by royal motorcade.

Promoting Educational Equity with AI

For the academic year 2024, a total of 8,499 graduates were approved for degrees across all levels, comprising 305 doctoral degrees, 145 higher graduate diplomas, 992 master’s degrees, and 7,057 bachelor’s degrees.

The KKU IntelSphere AI educational system, which Khon Kaen University humbly presented for Her Royal Highness’s discretionary use, is an Artificial Intelligence platform developed by the University to promote safe, reliable, and equitable access to AI technology across learning, research, and administration. The system is designed in compliance with digital ethics principles and international data security standards.

The platform provides appropriate and equal access to AI tools for supporting learning, research, and administration among all students, faculty members, and staff, embodying the principle of “AI for Everyone – Safe, Reliable, and Ethical.”