Presidential Forum in celebration of the 60ᵗʰ anniversary, under the theme “Shaping the Future of Higher Education.”
Professor Dr. Pongruk Sribanditmongkol, President of Chiang Mai University, welcomed the presidents and representatives from 36 international partner universities attending the Presidential Forum, held under the theme “Navigating the Future of Higher Education” as part of The 60ᵗʰ Anniversary Celebration of CMU on January 23, 2025, at Sala Dham, Chiang Mai University.
This event marks a significant milestone in the university’s six-decade history as it moves forward into its seventh decade, aiming for sustainable development and innovative contributions on a global scale. The forum highlights Chiang Mai University’s commitment to fostering knowledge creation and pioneering impactful innovations.
Chiang Mai University is honored to host the Presidential Forum to commemorate its 60ᵗʰ anniversary, centered around the theme “Shaping the Future of Higher Education.” This forum serves as a platform for university presidents, vice presidents, deans, and academic leaders to engage in discussions on key challenges and transformative opportunities in higher education amidst rapid technological advancements and evolving educational paradigms.
The objectives of this forum are to enhance international collaborations among leading higher education institutions worldwide. Key discussion topics include:
- Future skills and lifelong learning
- Educational transformation in the digital era
- Integrating knowledge and action for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- University innovation ecosystems and enterprise development
These discussions reaffirm Chiang Mai University’s commitment to global sustainable development and innovation while strengthening its role as a hub of knowledge and creative excellence.
