April 2026

Khon Kaen University Celebrates 120th Anniversary of Southwest University, Reinforcing Thai–Chinese Educational Cooperation

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The visit strengthens long-standing academic ties and explores high-quality educational development, building on the success of joint programmes and the Confucius Institute. CHONGQING, CHINA – A Khon Kaen University (KKU) delegation, led by President Associate Professor Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., attended the 120th anniversary celebration of Southwest University (SWU) on 18 April 2026. The visit served to reinforce long-standing academic ties and […]

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Khon Kaen University (KKU) is moving forward with its goal of becoming a Digital University by organizing the “Smart Leadership with Vibe Coding” training program. This initiative aims to empower executives to create software using AI without needing to write code.

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On 17 April 2026, Khon Kaen University’s Education and Digital Affairs Division hosted a high-level digital competency workshop at the Wittayawipas Building, Faculty of Science. The programme, titled “Smart Leadership with Vibe Coding: Transforming Vision into Software with AI Power Without Writing Code,” aimed to enhance the digital skills of 140 university and departmental-level executives. The goal was to enable them

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KKU Faculty of Engineering Strengthens Collaboration with Guangxi City Vocational University to Advance Drone Programme and Joint Personnel Development

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From 13 to 16 April 2026, a delegation from the Faculty of Engineering, Khon Kaen University, travelled to Guangxi City Vocational University in the People’s Republic of China. The delegation was led by Associate Professor Ratchaphon Suntivarakorn, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, and included Associate Professor Komkrit Pitiruek, Ph.D., Vice Dean for Strategic Planning and Organisational Development; Assistant Professor

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Khon Kaen University Architecture Students Revitalize Rural School with New Pavilion

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KALASIN, THAILAND – A team of volunteer architecture students from Khon Kaen University has successfully completed a community development project at Baan Huai Saeng School in Kalasin province, marking the 21st such initiative for the faculty. The project, which ran from 4 to 11 April 2026, saw the student group known as “AR KKU” construct a new multi-purpose pavilion for the

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Khon Kaen University Showcase Celebrates “Duck Experts” in Student Entrepreneurship

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  In modern business, the ability to connect diverse skills has become a key attribute for digital entrepreneurs. The term “duck person” (manut ped) is often used to describe someone with varied abilities but no single specialization. This concept has been redefined as the “Duck Expert”—a well-rounded professional capable of applying broad knowledge in the business world. This idea was brought

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KKU Preserves Thai Tradition “Bun Duan Ha”, welcomes International Students to Experience the Charm of Isan Songkran Festival

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On 8 April 2026, Khon Kaen University (KKU) hosted the grand annual cultural event “Bun Duan Ha: Buddha Procession and Senior Blessing Ceremony” to preserve the traditional Heet 12, Khong 14 customs of Isan, marking the Songkran Festival. The ceremony was led by Dr Narongchai Akrasanee, Chairman of the Khon Kaen University Council, and Assoc Prof Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, President of Khon

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KKU Faculty of Dentistry Holds Gown Ceremony, Marking Students’ Transition into Clinical Practice

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The ceremony fosters professional pride and instils the spirit of dentistry as students prepare to enter their clinical years. KHON KAEN, THAILAND – The Faculty of Dentistry at Khon Kaen University organised its Gown Ceremony for dental students of the 2026 academic year on 5 April 2026. The event, held in a lecture hall within the Mahitlanusorn Building, was attended by

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Khon Kaen University Holds Security Training and Fitness Tests for Staff

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Khon Kaen University’s Division of Security and Safety has conducted a training program and physical fitness assessment for its security personnel as part of its fiscal year 2026 initiatives. The event, held on 31 March 2026, aims to ensure staff are prepared to handle security, traffic control, and public disaster prevention. The opening ceremony was presided over by Associate Professor Dr

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KKUIC Students Launch Charity 3×3 Basketball Tournament to Support Youth with Disabilities The ‘KKUIC 3X3 Street Summer Slam 2026’ Aims to Raise Funds for Sports and Educational Equipment for Srissangwan Khon Kaen School, with Over 100,000 Baht in Prizes

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Khon Kaen University International College (KKUIC) held a press conference on 10 April 2026 to launch the “KKUIC 3X3 Street Summer Slam 2026,” a charity 3-on-3 basketball tournament. The event was presided over by Nathakorn Loedphacharakamon, Ph.D., Associate Dean for Education, Student Empowerment, and Relations Management. He was joined by Pattanapong Toparkngarm, Ph.D., Department Chair of Business, Innovation, and Applied Science

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Khon Kaen University Dental Professor’s Research Named Top Cited Article

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           A research paper by a professor from Khon Kaen University’s Faculty of Dentistry has been recognized as a “Top Cited Article” by the prestigious international publication, the Journal of Periodontal Research. The honored academic is Associate Professor Dr. Nawarat Wara-aswapati, who serves as the university’s Vice President for International Affairs and is a faculty member in

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TSRI Visits KKU to Monitor Progress of Research Utilisation Fund Visit Highlights KKU’s Innovations in Battery Technology, Food, and Health, Aiming to Elevate the Northeastern Economy

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On 9 April 2026, Khon Kaen University (KKU), in collaboration with the Office of National Higher Education Science Research and Innovation Policy Council (TSRI) and affiliated agencies, hosted a site visit to monitor the progress of projects within the science, research, and innovation ecosystem and to facilitate knowledge exchange. Associate Professor Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., President of Khon Kaen University, welcomed the

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KKU Showcases Smart City Innovations to National Research Agency, Eyes Nationwide Expansion

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KHON KAEN – Khon Kaen University’s (KKU) Smart City Operation Center (SCOPC) recently hosted executives from Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI) to demonstrate a suite of high-impact digital and environmental innovations. The showcase highlighted projects that have successfully transitioned from the laboratory to the field, with several now selected for nationwide implementation. The visit took place on April 9, 2026,

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