On May 26, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, the Faculty of Technology, Khon Kaen University, had the honor of welcoming Assistant Professor Dr. Sakda Waraasawapati, Assistant to the President for Planning and Quality Development, along with the team from the Office of Quality Development, Khon Kaen University, including:
- Mr. Surawut Phumim, Academic Officer (Senior Professional Level)
- Mr. Ekkalak Khaoprapa, Academic Officer (Practitioner Level)
- Ms. Wilawan Kamsonta, General Administration Officer (Senior Professional Level)
- Ms. Kawisara Kabkraikaew, Planning and Information Officer (Practitioner Level)
They were warmly welcomed by the Faculty of Technology’s executive team, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Araya Chaoruangrit, Dean of the Faculty. The Dean presented the direction for the faculty’s quality development under the “SMART TE KKU” concept, which reflects the organizational values and systematic approach toward achieving main missions and targets.
This activity aimed to exchange knowledge, gather opinions, and understand the needs and expectations of the faculty’s administrators in driving the educational quality assurance system according to the EdPEx (Education Criteria for Performance Excellence) framework, a crucial mechanism for strengthening the organization.
On this occasion, Asst. Prof. Dr. Sakda shared the university’s direction in quality assurance, emphasizing the link between the “SMART” values and the EdPEx framework, and provided a platform to discuss problems, obstacles, and practical approaches to implementing EdPEx.
At the same time, Dr. Pawana Kittiwimonchai, Director of the Office of Educational Quality Development, provided in-depth information on “How to Get EdPEx 300” and the roadmap toward achieving EdPEx 300 certification, which is considered a strategic goal for raising the quality of the unit.
The “QA Meets Executives” activity served as a vital mechanism to foster mutual understanding between the university’s quality support units and the faculty’s executive team. It also provided a forum for exchanging best practices and generating ideas to develop a quality system aligned with the university’s strategic goals.
Faculty of Technology executives participating in the event included: • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Araya Chaoruangrit, Dean • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ampon Saeiao, Associate Dean for Academic Services and Social Innovation • Asst. Prof. Nusara Surakot, Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Alumni Relations • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jantima Phungamngern, Assistant Dean for Strategy and Quality Assurance • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weera Piyateerawong, Representative, Head of Biotechnology Program • Asst. Prof. Dr. Kiattisak Sornpirom, Head of Geotechnology Program • Asst. Prof. Dr. Pimnipa Hirunsorn, Head of Food Technology Program • Dr. Analaya Nansaior, Chair of the Industrial Management and Manufacturing System Technolgy Program • Mr. Somkid Phontue, Director, Office of the Faculty of Technology • Mrs. Srisawan Jailuek, Head of General Administration • Mr. Songkrod Pimphankul, Head of Academic Support Services • Ms. Nonglak Boonchot, Head of Research and Academic Services Support • Mrs. Rangrong Ratana, Planning and Information Officer (Practitioner Level) • Ms. Yada Dabpholaon, Planning and Information Officer (Practitioner Level)
News: Mrs. Rangrong Ratana
Photo: Mr. Supat Boonkaew
