SIU-THAICOM Foundation donate Bt50 million in scholarships to develop "creative professionals"
Shinawatra University together with the Thaicom Foundation recently opened applications for 50 scholarships, each worth Bt1 million, for Thai students to further their education at Shinawatra University. The scholarships are part of Shinawatra University's "Creating Professionals" program and will cover all the costs of the recipient throughout the duration of a 4-year house of study.
The announcement was made at a press conference held recently at Shinawatra University's Bangkok facility, in Shinawatra Tower III.
Prof. Dr.Somchart Soponronnarit, President of Shinawatra University, said that Shinawatra University together with the Thaicom Foundation is offering 50 scholarships worth a total of Bt50 million to mark the 10th anniversary of the university this year. He said that for the 10th anniversary, the university wants to support the education of young Thais who demonstrate talent and potential but lack opportunity.
Ms. Yingluck Shinawatra, Secretary of THAICOM Foundation, added that the THAICOM Foundation has supported the development of education in Thailand for 16 years. The foundation aims to create opportunities for underprivileged young people, particularly those from upcountry provinces. The foundation supports education through scholarships, youth development schemes such as "You can do it" and "This is my future", and also sports and music programs that encourage students to use their free time in a beneficial way.
Shinawatra University currently offers undergraduate and graduate international programs in Liberal Arts and Languages, Management and Technology.The multidisciplinary and professional programs are conducted in English with small class sizes, facilitating greater interaction between students and teachers. The university also strongly emphasizes research as a basis for creating new knowledge. More than 30 percent of the university's faculty members are non-Thai.
The main campus of Shinawatra University is located in Pathum Thani province, with high-tech teaching facilities, indoor and outdoor sports amenities, a modern library and comprehensive student facilities.
Applications for the scholarships are open from now until September 18 for Thai students of grade M6 equivalent. Application forms and further information can be found on the university's website www.siu.ac.th
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
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