On 11 October 2025, the Global Relations Division, in collaboration with the MFU Model United Nations (MFU-MUN), organised a workshop titled “Unmute: A Public Speaking Workshop” to enhance students’ public speaking and English communication skills. The event was part of Mae Fah Luang University’s mission to equip students with global citizenship competencies and foster an international learning environment.
The workshop was led by Mr. Darryl Shane Uy Gravador and Ms. Cupidlyn Banoyo Gravador, lecturers from the English Programme, School of Liberal Arts, who shared their expertise and practical insights on effective public speaking. The session aimed to help students communicate with confidence, clarity, and credibility while strengthening their academic presentation and communication skills—key foundations for participating in Model United Nations conferences and other international academic forums.
Participants engaged in hands-on activities under the guidance of experts and exchange ideas with international peers in a friendly, interactive environment. This approach encouraged cross-cultural learning and collaboration among students from different disciplines and backgrounds.
Public speaking training in English plays a vital role in developing students’ communication abilities and self-confidence. It empowers them to express themselves clearly and naturally in real-life situations while nurturing essential soft skills such as analytical thinking, active listening, and respect for cultural diversity—qualities essential for becoming global citizens.
Moreover, hosting the event in an open and international atmosphere further strengthened MFU’s multicultural environment, allowing both Thai and international students to interact and share perspectives. It also promoted the use of English as a medium of everyday communication and reflected Mae Fah Luang University’s commitment to inclusivity and cultural diversity.
