On Friday, 6 March 2026, the Division of Enterprise and Societal Sustainability of Khon Kaen University, led by Professor Thidarut Boonmars, Vice President for Enterprise and Societal Sustainability, participated in the opening ceremony of the “KKU Societal Contribution” fair. The event was officially opened by Associate Professor Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., President of Khon Kaen University, at the ground floor plaza of Khon Kaen Railway Station. Held between 09:00 and 15:00 hrs, the fair offered free services and exhibitions to the public.
The atmosphere throughout the event was lively and engaging, with a continuous flow of visitors exploring the service booths and exhibitions. This strong public engagement highlighted Khon Kaen University’s important role as an institution committed to societal contribution, bringing its knowledge, research, and innovations directly into public spaces. The initiative aims to make knowledge accessible and practical, enabling communities to apply it to improve their quality of life in meaningful ways.
On this occasion, the Division of Enterprise and Societal Sustainability supported the event through its affiliated agencies, including the Centre for Museums and Lifelong Learning Resources, the Royal Initiative Projects Coordination Centre, the Agriculture and Food Pilot Plant, and the KKU Science Park. These units hosted exhibition booths to disseminate knowledge and provide consultations on various topics, such as community product development, food processing, career promotion, and creating learning experiences from the university’s expertise that can lead to sustainable improvements in quality of life.
The “KKU Societal Contribution” fair also brought together services from numerous university departments, covering healthcare, legal advice, business development, and community development. This provided members of the public with free access to valuable knowledge and services, reflecting the strong collaboration between the university and its network partners in enhancing the well-being of communities across the northeastern region of Thailand.
This event also underscored Khon Kaen University’s commitment to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), Goal 4 (Quality Education), Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). It reinforces the university’s role in integrating knowledge into society to help build a strong, equitable, and sustainable community.
