On 13 September 2018, the International Scholarship Students Meet the President event was held to officially welcome all scholarship students to Mae Fah Luang University, one of the excellent higher education institutions in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS). This special opportunity also provided an opportunity for all scholarship students to meet and socialize with friends from other schools and countries.
This year, 2018, marks the 13th year that MFU is awarding scholarships to international students in the GMS region. Started in 2005, MFU Scholarships for International Students has already supported a total of 127 scholars. 70 students have successfully graduated and 57 students are now studying here. The main purpose of the scholarships is to promote human resource for developing the region. The scholarships are also expected to promote international atmosphere in MFU as well as further sustain the friendship and understanding between Thailand and neighbouring countries. This academic year, MFU have welcomed 13 scholars including 3 bachelor’s degree students, 8 master’s degree students and 2 doctoral degree student from Myanmar, Bhutan, Laos, Cambodia, Nepal, and Indonesia.
In the welcoming ceremony, MFU Vice President Asst. Prof. Dr. Romyen Kosaiyakanont wished all scholarship students have a fulfilling and enjoyable time, contribute the knowledge, and learn about other cultures by participating in the various international events. They were expected to further sustain the friendship and understanding between Thailand and neighbouring countries as well.
