Thammasat University appoints new rector
One of Thailand’s most prestigious educational institutions, Thammasat University, has announced the appointment of Professor Supasawad Chardchawarn as its new rector. He replaces Associate Professor Gasinee Witoonchart, who has held the role since 2018.
This significant development was revealed yesterday at 9am during the University Council’s final selection round, as reported by the Thammasat University Student Union (TUSU) on their Facebook page.
The University Council will now convey its decision to the Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation Ministry. In turn, the ministry will pass on the appointment to the cabinet secretariat office, after which it will be presented to the King for royal endorsement.
Prof. Supasawad brings with him a wealth of experience and academic achievement. He first graduated from Thammasat University in 1996 with a bachelor’s degree in politics and government, achieving second-class honours. He then pursued further education abroad, earning a master’s degree in local governance from the University of Birmingham, England, in 1998, followed by a doctorate in political science from Kobe University, Japan, in 2004.
His career at Thammasat University began in earnest in 2013, when he was appointed dean of the Faculty of Political Science. Thereafter, he served as deputy rector in charge of management at the university’s Tha Prachan and Pattaya campuses until 2020. Prior to his current appointment, he was the deputy rector of the university in human resource management.
In a statement to the Rector Selection Committee, Prof. Supasawad outlined his ambitious vision for the future of Thammasat University. His aim is to elevate the university to a leading position in Southeast Asia by producing high-quality graduates. To achieve this, he plans to implement modern curricula and encourage excellent research across all academic disciplines.
In related news, an Ex-teacher in Bangkok was arrested for assaulting a student, A former primary school teacher has been arrested in Bangkok for sexually assaulting a 13 year old student inside his car, despite the presence of the victim’s younger sister, reported Bangkok Post.
