“Building relationships, creating inspiration” KMUTT hosts the 16th SCius Science Camp

KMUTT is hosting the 16th SCiUS Science Camp with the concept of “Building Relationships, Inspiring” to build relationships and networks for SCiUS (Science Classrooms in University-Affiliated School Project) students in all centers from all over the country. Open your perspective and inspire. To become researchers, technologists, and innovators in the future

King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi is the main host. in organizing activities “SCiUS Science Camp No. 16” between 2-5 April 2024 at Prince Palace Hotel, Bangkok, promoting the concept of “Building Relationships, Inspiring”, starting the opening ceremony with a performance. “Believe in your dreams, I can do it” of SCiUS students and KOSEN KMUTT (collaborative classroom project with the National Institute of Technology of Japan) as hosts With brightness and full of energy, then Dr. Kongkan Wachirapanang, Acting Director of the Engineering-Science Classroom Office Reported on the importance of organizing activities, which KMUTT was assigned to host in organizing activities together with Prince of Songkla University centers. Hat Yai Campus This year it was divided into 2 locations, with a university and a pair of schools. A total of 19 schools from 16 universities participated in the project, divided into 10 schools participating at KMUTT and 9 schools at PSU Hat Yai Campus, receiving honors from ASSOC. PROF. DR.SUVIT SAETIA, President of King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, welcomed SCiUS project administrators, school administrators, faculty, personnel, and students in the 16th SCiUS project, which is a network of science classrooms in Thailand, all 10 schools. In this connection, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and innovation as the opening chairman He gave a sermon to the 16th SCiUS students and asked them to gather experience, knowledge, as well as good morals and ethics appropriate to the life of being a student during every activity. and use it for future benefits The attendees were also thrilled with the gimmicks, lights and sounds, adding color and fun to the opening ceremony. It is a sign of the beginning of your dream journey. with this inspirational camp together

Organizing SciUS science camp activities is an activity organized according to the policy of The SciUS Project Management Committee aims to build good relationships with SciUS project students at each center pair. We have come to learn and do activities together in both dimensions of recreational activities. Application of science, technology, and innovation to solve sustainability problems in areas and industrial sectors. And what’s special about this year is that KMUTT was honored by Assoc. Prof. Winai Namphon, former professor of the Faculty of Arts. Silpakorn University and King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi Ratchaburi education area came to give a special lecture on the topic “Art & Science in the educational dimension History, Science, and Technology” and an activity program that focuses on allowing students to build friendships with new friends from different schools. Exchange knowledge and create experiences together. through various learning resource activities Whether it is a workshop on the topic of raising awareness Sustainable development By taking field trips and study visits to leading industrial factories with various expertise. including petrochemicals, clean energy, using LNG to produce and grow temperate crops. Marine resource conservation, electricity generation, sustainability innovation As well as visiting important historical places and important learning resources in Bangkok such as Wat Phra Kaew, Museum of Siam, Kudi Chin Community, Creative Design Center (TCDC), and also learning about sustainable waste management at Khung Bang Krachao. KMUTT has joined the project network to develop the Kung Bang Krachao area towards sustainability. In line with the concept and format of this year’s activities. Regarding the subject of “Sustainable Spirit for Local Community” it can be said that it is packed with both knowledge and fun. It stimulates imagination and creativity. inspire To be a leader of change It also promotes sustainability in all dimensions. Both economic, social and environmental aspects

In addition to listening to lectures and workshops from experts Including fun activities packed all three days There are also highlighted activities in the evening every day. where students will be able to summarize their learning from field trips and study tours A display of science talent from students from every pair of centers who came up with new projects together. According to the questions received There are many interesting works that allow us to see the ideas of the new generation. that together show unlimited power and ability And that cannot be mentioned at all. Special surprise from a live music performance by SCiUS. KMUTT students, including alumni bands. and current student circle Ending with a fun show with KMUTT students who have been practicing for a month especially for this event. The nighttime activities were very impressive and fun for the students. It is a demonstration of the achievement of the activity that can be visually assessed by the smiles and laughter of every student. At the end of the activity on the last day there will be a closing ceremony. The host of the 15th SCiUS Forum organized by Ubon Ratchathani University was introduced. and the flag was delivered to Kasetsart University. which will be the host for the science camp activities to build friendships with NSTDA next year