BUUIC Newsletter BUUIC Newsletter Excellent academics, cross-cultural friendships, vibrant campus life June – August 2013 BUUIC Proudly Celebrates its 10 th Anniversary The Global Understanding Teleconference Forum Burapha University and BUUIC welcomed delegates from Appalachian State University, USA; Beijing International Studies University, China; Chien Hsih University of Science and Technology, Taiwan; and Duy Tan University, Vietnam. They were here to participate in the Global Understanding Teleconference Forum which was hosted by BUUIC. (June 9 th , 2013) Welcome 428 new students summer semester 2013
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BUUIC NewsletterBUUIC NewsletterExcellent academics, cross-cultural friendships, vibrant campus life
June – August 2013
BUUIC Proudly Celebrates its 10 th Anniversary
The Global Understanding Teleconference Forum
Burapha University and BUUIC welcomed delegates from Appalachian State University, USA; Beijing International Studies University, China; Chien Hsih University of Science and Technology, Taiwan; and Duy Tan University, Vietnam. They were here to participate in the Global Understanding Teleconference Forum which was hosted by BUUIC. (June 9th, 2013)
Welcome428 new studentssummer semester
2013
Contents PageJune • BUUIC Students Attend “The 14th ASEAN + 3 Educational........ 2
Forum & Young Speaker Contest” in Indonesia
• The Global Understanding Teleconferencem...................................... 3
• BUUIC students field visit factory................................................. 4
• Two BUUIC Students Selected as Exchange Students.............. 4
at Far East University in Korea
July • Thai Logistics for ASEAN............................................................. 5
• Welcome Visitors From Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University,..... 13
Japan and Banchangkarnchanakul Wittaya School, Rayong
• New Instructor............................................................................... 13
• New Staffs..................................................................................... 14
• Massage from Dean..................................................................... 16
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BUUIC Students Attend “The 14th ASEAN + 3 Educational Forum & Young Speaker Contest” in Indonesia
BUUIC Students Attend “The 14th ASEAN + 3 Educational Forum & Young Speaker Contest” in Indonesia Mr. Samart Plangpramool, Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Chairperson, Department of International Tourism & Hotel Management, led two BUUIC students, Mr. Suwicha Chotitimemo and Mr. Peerapat Onsrithong on a visit to Institut Teknologi Bandung, West Java, Indonesia during 3rd – 9th June 2013. The students participated in the “14th ASEAN + 3 Educational Forum & Young Speaker Contest” which was organized by the ASEAN University Network (AUN).
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The Global Understanding Teleconference
On June 9, 2013 a group of administrators from Burapha University and BUUIC welcomed delegates from Appalachian State University, USA; Beijing International Studies University, China; Chien Hsih University of Science and Technology, Taiwan; and Duy Tan University, Vietnam. They were here to participate in the Global Understanding Teleconference Forum which was hosted by BUUIC. This was the third Global Understanding Teleconference. The first teleconference was held in the fall of 2012 between Appalachian State University and Burapha University International College and the second took place in the spring of 2013 and involved four institutions. BUUIC’s Ms. Sirintorn Thepmonkorn is serving as the Program Director. It is hoped that in the future additional members will be added to the forum.
Burapha University Administrative Team 1. Prof. Suchart Upatham, Member of University Council 2. Assist. Prof. Wirot Ruengprathuengsook Vice -President for Administrative Affairs 3. Assist. Prof. Dr. Pichan Sawangwong, Vice-President for International Relation (Tentative) 4. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seree Chadcham , Vice-President for Academic Affairs (Tentative) 5. Assist. Prof. Somtawin Jaritkaul, Assitant to President for Research Affairs
Burapha University International College Administrative Team 1. Associate Prof.Dr.Rana Pongruengphant, Dean of Burapha University International College 2. Dr.Kumutinee Worasuwan, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs 3. Mr.Samart Plangpramool, Associate Dean for Students Affairs 4. Ms.Sirintorn Thepmongkorn, Associate Dean for Global Affairs
Delegates 1. Dr. Lori Stewart Gonzalez, Provost & Executive Vice-Chancellor of ASU 2. Dr.Jessi L. Lutabingwa Associate Vice Chancellor, International Education & Development, ASU 3. Prof. Anthony Gene Carey, Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, Appalachian State University, North Carolina, USA 4. Prof. Ray Miller, Professor of Dance and Theatre, Appalachian State University, North Carolina, USA 5. Prof.Li Xiangmin School of Applied English Beijing International Studies University, PR. China 6. Prof.Wang Yuange School of Applied English Beijing International Studies University, PR.China 7. Nga Vu (Ms.) Office of International Relations, Duy Tan University, Vietnam 8. Kuei-Min Huang, PhD Assistant Professor Department of Applied Foreign Languages Chien Hsin University of Science and Technology (Ching-Yun University)
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BUUIC students field visit factory
Ms.Tanyalak Kanwiboon, majoring in Management and Mr.Pichayapat Kittisukhsan, majoring in International Business Management, will go study at Far East University, Korea during June 24th – August 24th 2013 as part of the “Global Leadership Development Program” project. The objective of this project is to provide students from many countries with an opportunity to exchange culture and gain valuable international experience. The students will be able to transfer the credits of the course from Far East University to Burapha University International College at the completion of their studies.
Two BUUIC Students Selected as Exchange Students at Far East University in Korea
A group of BUUIC students recently visited two companies. On June 24, 2013, they were the guests of the Thai Asia Pacific Brewery in Nontaburim. Then on the first of July they visited United Dairy Food in Samutprakarn. The purpose of these visits was to give the students an opportunity to see how these companies run their business in terms of management, structure, production, logistics, strategies and culture.
Thai Asia Pacific Brewery in Nontaburim
United Dairy Food in Samutprakarn
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Thai Logistics for ASEAN
Quality Assurance Day
Burapha University recently collaborated with Thai TV Channel 3 in setting up a seminar entitled “Thai Logistics for ASEAN” at the Thamrong Buasri Bulding. The event, which took place on July1, 2013, featured a BUUIC booth headed by Dr. Hermann Gruenwald and some of the students majoring in logistics.
On July 5, 2013, BUUIC attended a Quality Assurance Day at Burapha University and presented data relating to its academic performance.
Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE) Workshop in Hong Kong
Mr. Samart Plangpramool, an instructor and Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Chairperson, Department of International Tourism & Hotel Management, BUUIC was selected to join the Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE) Workshop which was organized by the American Hotel & Lodging Association in cooperation with the School of Hotel & Tourism Management, Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The workshop was held at the School of Hotel & Tourism Management, Hong Kong Polytechnic University during 8th – 12th July 2013. Mr. Plangpramool received his certification after having successfully passed the written CHE examination.
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ASEAN Tourism & Hotel Leadership Camp 2013
On 11 July 2013 Assoc.Prof. Rana Pongruengphant, Dean of Burapha University International College and selected Faculty members welcomed the President and staffs from Tri Duc Education Services J.S Co., Vietnam. During their visit they received a tour of BUUIC and discussed the topic of educational cooperation.
Welcomed the President and staffs from Tri Duc Education Services J.S Co., Vietnam
During 16-23 July 2013 Assoc .Prof. Rana Pongruengphant, Dean of Burapha University International College and other Faculty members were pleased to welcome two groups of exchange students from Indonesia as part of the “ASEAN Tourism & Hotel Leadership Camp 2013” program. One group included Professor Ms. Judith A. Sari and exchange students from SEKOLAH TINGGI PARIWISATA SAHID SURAKARTA. The second group of students was from SEKOLAH TINGGI PARIWISATA SAHID SURAKARTA and was led by Professor Ms. Judith A. Sari. The Indonesian students hope to gain social, economic and cultural experiences in Thailand as well as serving to promote closer educational collaboration between the two countries.
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BUUIC Represented at “2nd Annual International Conference on Tourism and Hospitality Research”
English and Thai for Everyday Use
Mr. Samart Plangpramool, Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Chairperson, Department of International Tourism & Hotel Management presented a research paper at the 2nd Annual International Conference on Tourism and Hospitality Research. The conference was held at the Hotel Fort Canning, Singapore during 22nd – 23rd July 2013.
BUUIC welcomed students from Chuxiong Normal University, China on the 24th of July 2013. During their stay the students will study and participate in a two-week BUUIC academic service program entitled “English and Thai for Everyday Use”. This program will enhance their visit by teaching them basic English and Thai language for everyday use. In addition the students will take a tour around Bangkok and Chonburi.
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Associate Deans of BUUIC Attend International Conference “Asia as One: Balance between Individuality and Integration of Asian Tourism Concepts”
BUUIC Internal Quality Assessment (IQA)
Mr. Samart Plangpramool, Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Chairperson, Department of International Tourism & Hotel Management and Dr. Kumutinee Worasuwan, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Chairperson of B.A. & B.F.A. Programs recently attended an international conference titled “Asia as One: Balance between Individuality and Integration of Asian Tourism Concepts”. The conference was held at the Furama Hotel and Maejo University, Chiang Mai during 24th – 26th July 2013. Their research papers have been selected to be presented at a Joint Symposium between the 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Tourism Management & the 1st International Conference on Tourism and Hospitality.
BUUIC is pleased to announce the results of an Internal Quality Assessment (IQA) it recently underwent. The assessment was performed by Assoc. Prof. Dusanee Thanaboripat , the Chair of the Assessment Committee, and two other committee members, Asst. Prof. Chanchalee Maputh and Dr. Wanasara Chaoniyom. BUUIC scored an excellent 4.53 out of a possible 5.00 on the assessment which took place on July 25th, 2013. The score is based upon a number of variable indicators including teaching and learning, student activities, administration and research.
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Exchange Student from Far East University, South Korea
Celebration of Mother’s Day
An exchange student from Far East University, South Korea, Miss Da Hye Lee, recently completed a short study program in BUUIC’s BBA program. The program started on June 14th and ran until the end of July. In addition to academic courses Miss Lee was able to experience Thai culture and to exchange Korean culture with our students.
Letter from Ms. Lee Da Hye , Exchange student from Far East University, Korea.Dean RanaHello, first of all. I spent a great time here in Thailand thanks to BUUIC. Thank you so much for warm accommodation & kind help for everything. It couldn’t be better. I am looking forward to briefing session after return from abroad which will be held in Korea FEU and am going to spread about Thailand and BUUIC to Korea students. I did my best here in BUUIC as a first exchange student of FEU. As you looked forward to, I hope it was good for both institutions to know each other better. Thank you so much again.Best wishes2013.08.01 – LEE DA HYE (FEU exchange student)
On August 12, 2013 Assoc .Prof. Rana Pongruengphant, Dean of Burapha University International College and staff members attended a ceremony in celebration of Mother’s Day at the main auditorium of Burapha University. The ceremony was opened by Burapha University President Prof. Sompol Pongthai.
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BUUIC organizational development workshop
BUUIC Welcomes Delegation from UIB, Indonesia
During 14 -15 August 2013 BUUIC held an organizational development workshop for both instructors and administrative staff at the Cavalli Casa Resort, Phra Nakorn Sri Ayuthaya.This program was intended to create greater harmony among the members of the BUUIC community.
Assoc.Prof. Rana Pongruengphant, Dean of Burapha University International College and selected faculty members were pleased to welcome the President and a group of professors from Universitas Internasional Batam (UIB), Indonesia on August 22, 2013. During their visit they received a tour of BUUIC and discussed educational cooperation between the two institutions.
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Orientation for New Students from Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti (STPT), Jakarta, Indonesia
Orientation Exchange Students Fall Semester 2013
On August 22, 2013 Assoc.Prof. Rana Pongruengphant, Dean of Burapha University International College and BUUIC staffs conducted an Orientation Program for fifteen new students from Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti (STPT), Jakarta, Indonesia. Six of the students will be participating in a Double Degree program for one year plus an additional semester while the remaining nine students will be at BUUIC for one year as part of the regular Ex-change Program.
On August 26, 2013 Assoc.Prof. Rana Pongruengphant, Dean of Burapha University International College and BUUIC staff welcomed Dr. Izuru Sakai, Professor of Sociology from the Faculty of Health and Welfare Sciences, Nishikyushu University, Kanzaki ,Japan. and a group of exchange students. The group of students were comprised of 1 student from Appalachian State University, USA, 1 student from FUKUSHIMA HIGH SCHOOL, Japan, 1 student from ISAHAYA SHOGYO HIGH SCHOOL, Japan, 1 student from National Kaohsiung First University of Science and Technology, Taiwan, 5 students from Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia and 1 student from Universitas Internasional Batam, Indonesia. Following an orientation program they will all study at BUUIC during the fall semester.
Erusmus Mundus Scholarship 2014
BUUIC Scholarship
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On the 28th of August 2013 Assoc.Prof. Rana Pongruengphant, Dean of Burapha University International College and Ms. Sirintorn Thepmongkorn, Associate Dean for Global Affairs, welcomed the parents and students from BUUIC who have been awarded scholarships from Erusmus Mundus. The students are as follows: 1.Ms. Pattera Thanawatchanon Major IBM 2. Ms.Tinna Khetpura Major Logistic Management 3. Mr.Kakda Keo Major IBMThese students will study at Warsaw School of Economics in Poland between September 2, 2013 and February 5, 2014.
On August 28, 2013, Assoc.Prof. Rana Pongruengphant, Dean of Burapha University International College and Ms. Sirintorn Thepmongkorn, Associate Dean for Global Affairs, presented scholarships to the following BUUIC students: 1. Ms. Chayissara Sangprateep Major Marketing 2. Ms. Wasinee Suakla Major IBMThey will study at National Kaoshiung First University Science and Technology, Taiwan between September 3, 2013 and January 11, 2014.
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Welcome Visitors From Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan and Banchangkarnchanakul Wittaya School, Rayong
New Instructor
On 30 August 2013 BUUIC faculty members and BUUIC student club welcomed a group of students from Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan and Banchangkarnchanakul Wittaya School, Rayong
Mr. Todd Kort
Todd Kort joined the BUUIC Faculty in August 2013. Todd holds a B.S. degree in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing from Arizona State University. He earned an MBA degree from the University of North Texas, and was awarded the A.C. Nielsen postgraduate fellowship in marketing research at the University of Georgia.
Todd worked for 25 years in the computer industry as a market analyst, research manager and consultant at companies such as Compaq, Hewlett-Packard and Gartner. At Gartner he was an industry analyst covering the PC, PDA and smart-phone industries, and was a featured speaker at industry conferences such as CeBIT, Computex, CTIA, Mobile World Congress, Smartphone Summit, The PC Show, and Gartner’s Symposiums.
Todd and his wife (Abigail) enjoy traveling and after a year (2010) traversing a dozen Latin American countries, Todd decided to pursue a career in teaching. After earning teaching credentials in Costa Rica and Peru, they traveled to Thailand
and Todd taught English at Buriram Rajabhat University. The following year he taught English as well as Computer Science, Business Report Writing, Advertising and Public Relations at Naresuan University International College in Phitsanulok.
In his first semester at BUUIC Todd is teaching courses in Marketing Management, Negotiation Strategies and Tactics, and Hotel Information Systems. In his free time Todd enjoys hiking, camping, basketball, volleyball and snorkeling.
New Staffs
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Mr. Kitja Lairayapong (Ice) graduated from Burapha University in 2013, with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. He came to work at BUUIC as a student affairs officer on August 1, 2013. Before coming to BUUIC, he worked at Prachaya Unlimitation Co., Ltd. as a psychologist. He enjoys counseling people, in fact that was the reason why he studied psychology. So if anyone has a problem he would be glad to talk to you.
He likes reading psychology books about self-development as well as news about technology. His favorite activities are drawing, singing and watching movies. He is planning to study the Japanese language by himself so he can work in Japan eventually.
Mr. Kitja Lairayapong
Dr. Sorrapakksorn Chatrakamollathas
Mr. Itthipon Vorapho
My name is Itthipon Vorapho but you can call me by my nickname “Off”. I graduated from Burapha University with a degree in Educational Technology. I have been part of the LRC supporting staff at BUUIC since August 2013.
Before coming to BUUIC,I worked as guidance teacher at Chonburi Technological College. I also worked as a graphic designer at Smart Art Advertising Part.,Ltd.
My favorite activities are reading books, IT magazines, news articles and playing sports.
Dr. Sorrapakksorn Chatrakamollathas is a full time lecturer at Burapha University International College (BUUIC). In her current position, Dr.Sorrapakksorn teaches courses in financial theory, quantitative method for business finance, business and marketing, and research, managing organization change, etc.
Dr.Sorrapakksorn has been with Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) for five years. Her primary research areas of interest include corporate governance, earnings management, financial accounting, financial statement analysis; capital markets; strategies; organizational behavior and emotional quotient; and best practice.
Before joining SWU, Dr. Sorrapakksorn held professorial positions as a securities marketing officer, a management trainee, a country manager-Myanmar, and a managing director.
Dr. Sorrapakksorn received her B.B.A. in finance from Kasetsart University, her M.B.A. in finance from the University of Texas at San Antonio and her Ed.D. in educational administration from Srinakharinwirot University.
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From the Dean
Assoc. Prof. Rana Pongruengphant, Ph.D.Dean, International College,
Burapha University
BUUIC offers a variety of English-languageundergraduate programs, including:
Bachelor of Fine and Applied Arts (B.F.A.) inCommunication Arts and Design- Art and Design Management (Minor)- Textile Design (Minor)
Bechelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) inthe following areas:- Logistics Management- Business Information System- Management - Marketing- Finance- International Business Management- International Hotel Management- International Tourism Management
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)- Communication Skills for Human Resources Development- Global Business Communication
Excellent academics,cross-cultural friendships,vibrant campus life
Burapha University International CollegeThe Professor Dr. Suchart Upatham Building169 Long-Haad Bangsaen RoadSaensook, Chonburi 20131, Thailand
Academic CalendarFall: September - DecemberSpring: January - MaySummer: June - August
Anniversaries provide an excellent opportunity not only to reflect on the past but also to contemplate the future. Firstly, I would like to share with you some of the success which BUUIC has experienced during its first decade of existence. The number of enrolled students has jumped from only 33 students our first year to 1,021 students currently studying in one of our
undergraduate programs leading to a BBA, BA, or BFA degree. Our student body presently includes more than 200 foreign students representing 20 countries. From an institutional perspective we are becoming increasingly global through our
partnering with many institutions around the world. Among these are a 2+1 double degree program in International Business Management with Montpellier Business School, (Sup de Co), France, a joint 2+2 double degree program with Appalachian State University, North Carolina, USA, another 2 + 2 double degree program in Hotel and Tourism with TRISAKTI, STIPRAM, SAHID, Indonesia and finally a 2 + 2 double degree program in Marketing with UIB, Batam, Indonesia. We have also expanded our capacity for cooperative education by establishing programs with Shelton College, Singapore, and IMI University, Switzerland. In addition we are partnering with the Sheraton Hotel in Krabi and the Centara Hotel in Pattaya. Finally we are participating in a special distance learning program in the form of a Global UnderstandingCourse with Appalachian State University, Beijing International Study University, Ching-Yun University, Taiwan and Duy Tan University, Vietnam.
We are proud of the facilities which BUUIC can provide its students including the modern classrooms equipped with the latest technology in support of the highest quality of teaching and research. Looking toward the future the BUUIC International House presently under construction will accommodate 400 male and 600 female students as well as 20 professors once it is finished sometime around February 2015.
However now is certainly not the time to rest on our past accomplishments. Instead we are ready to embark on a new period of reinvention as we strive for excellence in the 21st century. This will demand the full engagement of our outstanding faculty and staff but I am confident that they will be up to this challenge. As we move ahead to this next crucial phase, I would especially like to thank two individuals for their leadership and valuable assistance: Prof. Suchart Upatham, the founder of BUUIC currently the Dean’s advisor; and Professor Sompol Pongthai, the President of Burapha University.
