Chulalongkorn University and ASEAN Partners Unite to Foster Global Citizenship and Sustainable Development through AUN Summer Camps across the Region

22 August 2025

Chulalongkorn University reaffirms its steadfast commitment to cultivating students who excel academically while being equipped with global perspectives, practical competencies, and a profound sense of social responsibility grounded in a philanthropic spirit. Through proactive collaboration with partner universities across the ASEAN University Network (AUN), the Office of International Affairs and Global Network, under the leadership of Assoc. Prof. Palanee Ammaranond, Ph.D., Vice President, spearheads transformative international programs that foster global citizenship and advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

In 2025, twenty-seven Chulalongkorn University students joined the AUN Summer Camps, co-hosted by six leading universities across Southeast Asia. These programs were carefully designed to broaden horizons, enhance intercultural understanding, and strengthen essential competencies such as teamwork, creativity, and leadership, skills that empower students to thrive in an interconnected world.

The following is the list of Chula students participating in the AUN Summer Camps.

1. UBD-AUN Summer Camp 2025 at Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), Brunei, from June 15th to 28th, 2025 (Theme: Green Stewardship: Preserving Biodiversity and Advancing Sustainable Development)

  • Ms. Ei Thinn Lae Aung (Faculty of Engineering)
  • Ms. Munchuwee Sakchanalaya (Faculty of Engineering)
  • Ms. Thanluk Cheerapanyatip (Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy)

    • 2. ADMU-AUN Summer Camp 2025 at Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU), the Philippines, from June 15th to 28th, 2025 (Theme: LEADlab for Sustainable Futures)

    • Mr. Chattara Manthetman (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences)

    3. NTU-AUN Summer Camp 2025 at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, from June 25th to July 12th, 2025 (Theme: Nurturing Global-Savvy Future Ready Citizens in the heart of Global Asia)

    • Ms. Natamon Prakobchart (Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy)
    • Mr. Ruchavich Chamjirachaikul (Faculty of Science)
    • Mr. Thirat Tanaboonlerdluck (Faculty of Political Science)

    4. NUS-AUN Summer Camp 2025 at the National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore, from July 7 th to 19th, 2025 (Theme: Interconnected Communities with three sub-themes: Sustainability & Regeneration, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, as well as Heritage & Culture)

    • Mr. Hyoung Bin Park (Faculty of Law)
    • Mr. Pete Mewongukote (Faculty of Architecture)
    • Ms. Pichyapa Aoumboon (Faculty of Arts)
    • Ms. Kerati Sangsomporn (Faculty of Arts)
    • Ms. Kulisara Paterum (Faculty of Arts)
    • Mr. Tanapat Witayangkurn (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science)
    • Ms. Thidarat Boonprachan (Faculty of Arts)
    • Ms. Thiri Shin Thant (Faculty of Science)

    5. VNUHCM-AUN Summer Camp 2025 at Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City (VNUHCM), Vietnam, from July 6th to 19th, 2025 (Theme: Sustainable Solutions and Youth Innovation in Climate Change)

    • Mr. Bisma Putra Rana (Chulalongkorn School of Integrated Innovation)
    • Ms. Jayda Simon (Faculty of Arts)
    • Ms. Pareena Payackapan (Faculty of Engineering)
    • Mr. Soravit Satechaichan (Faculty of Engineering)

    6. UM-AUN Summer Camp 2025 at Universiti Malaya (UM), Malaysia, from August 24th   to September 6th, 2025 (Theme: Empowering Youth & Innovation for a Sustainable Future: A Pathway to Net Zero)

    • Mr. Thanakan Chareerak (Faculty of Political Science)
    • Ms. Kunanya Veeranichpattana (Faculty of Arts)
    • Ms. Premchama Lamiedvipakul (Faculty of Law)

    Chulalongkorn University also hosted the Chula-AUN Summer Camp 2025 on its campus and at Sichang Island, Chon Buri, welcoming forty students from nine ASEAN countries representing twenty-five universities. Under the theme “Exploring Islands through Art and Culture”, participants engaged in two weeks, from June 21st to July 4th, 2025, of immersive learning, collaborative projects, and cross-cultural exchanges that highlighted creativity, sustainability, and community engagement. Five Chula students took part in this flagship camp:

    • Ms. Chakriya Sirinmani (Faculty of Arts),
    • Ms. Nidchada Vibulkitvorakul (Faculty of Education),
    • Mr. Nutchanon Tritham (Faculty of Veterinary Science),
    • Ms. Rachatawun Nirunsin (Faculty of Economics), and
    • Mr. Thanakrit Malarak (Faculty of Education).

    Through these initiatives, Chulalongkorn University not only strengthens academic and intercultural competencies among its students but also reinforces its leadership role in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—particularly SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG10: Reduced Inequalities, SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG13: Climate Action, SDG14: Life Below Water, SDG15: Life On Land, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

    The University’s active role in the AUN Summer Camps is a clear reflection of its strategic vision of “Growing in All Directions, with Students at the Center.” These camps embody:

    • International Growth: expanding global partnerships and fostering cross-cultural collaboration.
    • Integrated Growth: blending academic knowledge with practical, real-world experiences.
    • Impactful Growth: empowering students to create positive change for communities and the world.

    By uniting with ASEAN partners, Chulalongkorn University continues to shape young leaders who are equipped to champion global citizenship, drive sustainable development, and make meaningful contributions to society at both regional and global levels.

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