Walailak University HR Team Visits Top Universities for Benchmarking

A team of faculty from the Human Resources and Organization Division at Walailak University, led by Associate Professor Dr. Warit Chaojitt, recently embarked on a study visit to Thaksin University, Songkhla Campus, and Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai Campus, on May 2-3, 2023.

The primary objective of this study visit was to exchange knowledge and learn about best practices in human resources management and HR information systems, particularly the application of technology to enhance operational efficiency. The team aimed to bring back insights to improve the HR processes and organizational practices at Walailak University.

Associate Professor Dr. Warit Chaojitt stated, “Human resource management plays a vital role in an organization’s success. Having the opportunity to learn from leading universities will provide us with new ideas that we can adapt to the context of Walailak University, ultimately benefiting our staff development and organizational growth.”

Highlights of the study visit include:

  • Exchange of knowledge on HR information systems: Participants studied and compared the HR information systems of the three universities to identify ways to modernize and enhance the system at Walailak University.
  • Learning best practices in HR management: Participants learned about various aspects of HR management, such as recruitment, talent development, performance evaluation, and employee welfare.
  • Building networks: The study visit also provided an opportunity to network with personnel from the two universities, fostering future collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Walailak University is committed to developing its staff with the knowledge, skills, and quality of life necessary to perform their duties effectively and achieve the organization’s goals.

 

Human Resources and Organization Division Celebrates Songkran with Traditional Thai Customs

On April 12, 2024, the Human Resources and Organization Division organized a Songkran celebration to preserve Thai traditions. The event, held at the division’s office, featured traditional activities such as bathing the Buddha image and paying respects to elders.

The atmosphere was warm and friendly as division members came together to participate in these time-honored customs. They began by bathing the Buddha image to seek blessings for the Thai New Year, followed by paying respects to Dr. Permrudee Noonsang, the Acting Head of the Division.

In addition to preserving Thai traditions, this event served to strengthen relationships among division members, fostering a sense of unity and camaraderie.

 

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Training Course: “Utilizing ChatGPT to Enhance Research Capabilities for New Faculty”

The Human Resources and Organization Division, in collaboration with the Digital Technology Center, organized a training course entitled “Utilizing ChatGPT to Enhance Research Capabilities for New Faculty” on Wednesday, March 20, 2023, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Phattaradharmarporn Meeting Room, 9th Floor, Building C, Walailak University Medical Center.

The target audience for this training was new faculty members with less than two years of experience and limited exposure to Generative AI. The training format included lectures, demonstrations of use cases, and practical guidance on using the tool.

Associate Professor Dr. Nicha Nant Kittipattanabovorn (Assistant to the President) served as the main speaker, while Ms. Nawaporn Chaisena acted as the assistant lecturer. A total of 34 participants attended the training.

Walailak University’s Human Resources and Organization Division Prepares for 5S Assessment

On February 2, 2024, the Human Resources and Organization Division at Walailak University, led by Dr. Permpradee Nun sang, Acting Head of the Division, prepared for the annual 5S assessment. Although the division was exempt from the assessment this year due to ongoing renovations at the main building and the temporary relocation of the department, the team remained committed to maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Recognizing the importance of a tidy and efficient work environment, the Human Resources and Organization Division team proactively organized their workspace to meet the 5S standards, focusing on the principles of “Seiri” (sort), “Seiton” (set in order), and “Seiso” (shine). This proactive approach demonstrates the division’s dedication to fostering a productive and professional work atmosphere.

The division’s commitment to upholding the 5S standards, even when not required to participate in the formal assessment, reflects the organization’s broader culture of efficiency and order. This proactive stance sets a positive example for other departments within the university.

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Human Resources and Organization Division Conducts Briefing on Individual Workload Agreements

On Thursday, November 30, 2023, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, in Room 7301 of Building 7, the Human Resources and Organization Division held a briefing on developing individual workload agreements for departments, institutes, units, offices, and other similar entities. The purpose of this briefing was to ensure that these agreements align with the university’s established standards.

Led by Associate Professor Dr. Warit Chaojitt, Vice President overseeing personnel matters, and Dr. Premrudee Noon Sang, Acting Head of the Human Resources and Organization Division, along with department heads and performance evaluation staff, the briefing provided detailed explanations. Associate Professor Dr. Warit delivered a presentation titled “Developing Objective-Based Individual Workload Agreements.” He clarified the workload proportions for different position groups, including sub-degree, bachelor’s degree and above, academic rank holders, field operations staff, and junior management positions. Employees have the option to choose between two workload tracks: the standard track and the professional development track, which requires employees to produce work and apply for academic positions.

The briefing was well-received, with participants from various departments actively engaging in discussions and asking questions to ensure a clear understanding of the information for accurate implementation. For reference, the presentation materials can be downloaded from this link: https://hro.wu.ac.th/documents/

WU Innovation Days 2023: A Glimpse into the Future of Technology, Collaboration, and Innovation

The highly anticipated WU Innovation Days 2023, organized by the Division of Human Resources and Organization, kicked off on 7-8 September 2023 with a flourish of excitement and anticipation. This annual event, renowned for its exploration of groundbreaking technologies and fostering collaborative innovation, has drawn innovators, thought leaders, and organization experts from every supportings Section. WU Innovation Days 2023 boasts an impressive lineup of speakers from various sectors.

WU Innovation Day 2023 is a platform where various agencies can present their innovations and new ideas to improve their work. It is also a platform for the emergence of presenters from many agencies.

The results from this presentation will be counted as the score of the supporting agency. The scoring committee comes from various sectors. The atmosphere of the event was fun and creative and the audience was excited by the innovations being presented.

 

 

HRO Team set to prepare for PDCA Season

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On Friday, July 21, 2023, from 8:45 a.m. to 12:00 noon, the Division of Human Resources and Organization organized an activity “Presentation on PDCA topics” with the acting Vice President. (Associate Professor Dr. Warit Jawjit) Vice President overseeing Division of Human Resources and Organization participated in listening and giving suggestions to the topics of PDCA of the HRO team in order to prepare for the full PDCA submission that will arrive in September, which is the end of this fiscal year 2023, as well as having lunch together with the team.

Division of Human Resources and Organization attended the celebration of His Majesty the King’s Birthday Anniversary

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Dr. Mongkol Thirananon, Acting Assistant to the President of Walailak University along with 5 representatives from the human resources and organization department representing the celebration of His Majesty the King on the occasion of His Majesty the King’s birthday anniversary On Friday, July 28, 2023, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, at Tha Sala District Auditorium, Tha Sala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. There were participants and distinguished guests from heads of government agencies / state enterprises / local government organizations / private sector and the public sector. Placing Phan Phum Thong – Phum Ngoen, respectively, with the Tha Sala District Chief presiding over the ceremony.

Tha Sala District Chief led the participants to light candles to give blessings and the ceremony was finished.

HRO attend a Ceremony in Celebration of Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Walailak’s Birthday Anniversary on 4 July 2023.

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Walailak University organized a ceremony in celebration of Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Walailak’s birthday anniversary on 4 July 2023.

Professor Dr. Sombat Thamrongthanyawong, President of Walailak University, presided over the ceremony, which was attended by university executives, representatives from government and private sectors, students, and the public.

The ceremony was held to express deep gratitude and reverence for Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn’s benevolence and dedication to the well-being of the people and the nation.

HRO staff members also attended the ceremony and placed the silver and gold bouquet in front of Her Royal Highness’s portrait to show loyalty for her birthday anniversary.

Walailak University is Ranked Joint Third in Thailand, 501+ in the World, by Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2023.

Walailak University has been ranked 501+ among 605 universities across 78 territories worldwide by Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2023. This achievement places Walailak University in joint 3rd in Thailand. The results were released on 3 July 2023 at 16:00 Thailand local time.

The Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings uses the same 13 indicators as THE World University Rankings, but the weightings have been adjusted to align with the missions of young universities, which are 50 years old or younger, with less weight on reputation.

Among the five assessed areas – teaching (30%), research (30%), citations (30%), international outlook (7.5%), and industry income (2.5%); Walailak University received its highest score in industry income, with a score of 37.2, followed by international outlook (36), teaching (23.3), research (15.4), and citations (14.5).

According to the THE Young University Rankings 2023, Nanyang Technological University in Singapore tops the chart. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology came in second place, followed by Paris Sciences et Lettres – PSL Research University Paris in France in third place. Mae Fah Luang University has been ranked No. 1 in Thailand and is placed at 301-350 in the world.

Previously, Walailak University was assessed against the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and achieved a ranking of 401-600 among 1,591 participating universities worldwide by THE Impact Rankings 2023. The university was placed at 601+ in Asia by THE Asia University Rankings 2023. Walailak University has been recognized as a world-class university by THE World University Rankings 2023 and ranked at 1501+ among 1,799 universities ranked globally. Additionally, QS Asia University Rankings 2023 placed Walailak University at 551-600 in Asia.