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Shinawatra University

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Shinawatra University
Established1999
Location
Bangkok
,
Thailand
CampusPathumthani
WebsiteOfficial Website

Shinawatra University (SIU) is an international university in Thailand. The idea of establishing a private university was initiated in 1996 by Dr. Thaksin Shinawatra and his colleagues. This was followed by the design and development of an environmentally friendly campus by Dr. Soontorn Boonyatikarn in 1997. A year later, the plans were presented to Her Royal Highness Princess Mahachakri Sirindhorn, and then to the Ministry of Universities which granted the license for operation in 1999. The first Shinawatra University Council Meeting was held on May 19, 2000. In September 2002, the first batch of students was admitted.

Past and present Presidents

  • 1999-2000 Prof. Dr. Purachai Piumsombun
  • 2000-2002 Dr. Sangsan Panich (Acting President)
  • 2002-2003 Dr. Wittaya Manawanicharoen (Acting President)
  • 2003-2004 Dr. Thanong Bidaya (Acting President)
  • 2004-2008 Prof. Dr. Prida Wibulswas
  • 2008-2009 Prof. Dr. Somchart Sophonronnarit
  • 2009-2011 Kittirat na Ranong

● 2011-2012 Asst. Prof. Dr. Prinya Tantaswadi (Acting President) ● 2012–2015 Prof. Dr. Voradej Chandarasorn ● 2015–present Associate Prof. Dr. Boonsom Lerdhirunwong

University Council

  • Mr. Paron Israsena Na Ayudhaya, Chairman
  • M.D. Prommin Lertsuridej, Vice Chairman
  • Ms. Pensom Damapong, Member
  • Mr. Prasit Tansuwan, Member
  • Mrs. Doris Gold Wibunsin, Member
  • Professor Dr. Damrong Khummongkol, Member
  • Associate Professor Dr. Ake Chaisawadi, Member
  • Associate Professor Dr. Pira Chirasopone, Member
  • Dr. Pollasanha Positong, Member
  • Associate Professor Dr. Thanmanustanun Phaniphuk, Member
  • Associate Professor Dr. Sugree Charoensook, Member
  • Dr. Chantavit Sujatanond, Member
  • Professor Emeritus Dr. Sophon Roengsumran, Member
  • General Dr. Charupat Ruangsuwan, Member
  • Prof. Dr. Voradej Chandarasorn, Member
  • Dr. Prayuth Swadriokul, Secretary

School of Information Technology

B.Sc Computer Science

  • Web and Mobile Applications
  • Software Engineering
  • Network and Database Management
  • Business Informatics

The undergraduate program is conducted at the Pathumthani Campus.

Master of Science Program in Information Technology

  • Software Development
  • System Architecture
  • Computer Networking
  • Data Management

Ph.D in Information Technology

School of Management

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

  • Hotel Management
  • International Business
  • Professional Finance

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Management
Ph.D Management Sciences

School of Management Technology

Bachelor of Science in Management Technology (BSMT)

Options:

  • Architectural Technology Management
  • Energy and Environment Management
  • Building and Facility Management

Master of Science in Management Technology (MSMT)

Ph.D in Management Technology

School of Liberal Arts

  • Bachelor of Arts Program in Liberal Arts (BALA)
  • Master of Education in Teaching English as International Language (MedTEIL)
  • Master of Art in Media, Information and Communication
  • Ph.D in Media, Information and Communication

Main campus

The main campus is located in Pathumthani Province, 50 kilometers from Bangkok. The campus's modern architecture has received both the Asia Energy Award and the Energy Efficient Building 2003 Award.

Computer facilities

Skylink

Classrooms contain desktop or laptop computers for teaching purposes and LCD visualizers connected to LCD projectors. The university is connected to the Internet through fast leased-line optical fiber connections. Wi-Fi coverage is available in all academic buildings and dormitories. Students are provided with login accounts and personal e-mail addresses which can be used to log on to the Internet, to communicate with professors, families,classmates and friends, or to build personal websites.

Students in science and technology benefit from the Microsoft Developer’s Network Academic Alliance program which allows them to be exposed to the latest software packages from Microsoft relevant to their fields of study.

Laboratories

Main campus

Laboratories include:

  • Apple Laboratory,featuring 21-inch and 27-inch iMacs, iPad2, iPod Touch and a touchscreen LCD projector, located on the ground floor of the main academic building,
  • Architectural and Environmental Design Studio with Computer-Aided Design software, located on the fifth floor of the main academic building,
  • Computer Networking, Operating System and Microprocessor Laboratory, located on the third floor of the main academic building,
  • Computer Programming Laboratory, located of the third floor of the main academic building,
  • Electronics and Circuits Laboratory, located on the second floor of the laboratory building,
  • General Computer Laboratory with laser printer and large-format color inkjet printer, located on the third floor of the main academic building.
  • Language Laboratories located on the third floor of the main academic building and on the ground floor of the dormitory.

Dormitories

First-year students are required to stay in the dormitories. Air-conditioned dormitories are available on Pathumthani campus during the semesters and summer sessions. SIU provides separate facilities for men and women. Computer network connections, telephone lines, a refrigerator and hot/cold water system are available in each room. On each floor, students have access to a common room with TV. A kitchen and a laundry rooms are also available.

Students are provided with a smart card, which gives access to the dormitory. All undergraduate students are encouraged to stay on campus at least for the first year.

Activities

Activities are usually organized through student clubs, where executives are elected by a majority of votes. The clubs organize and manage activities that focus on academic affairs, cultural promotion, social development and sports. The university partially subsidizes funds on student activities.

Facilities

  • A convenience store on the 3rd floor of the main building is open every day.
  • The cafeteria is located next to the Skylink. Thai food is available in the cafeteria, with options for takeaway meals and snacks from other outlets in the main building. Some students cook for themselves and friends in the main dorm kitchen, while another group makes fresh fruit drinks for sale from their kiosk in the cafeteria.
  • Parking is available at dormitories on the main campus.

Library

The Shinawatra University Library uses the Library of Congress Classification System to organize the collection. An automated library search system supports users through the Internet.

The Library was the first in Thailand to implement RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)technology, called LIS Intelligence, in December 2002 to automate the book-handling processes, including systems for self-circulation, detection and inventory management.

The undergraduate library at the Pathumthani Campus, Shinawatra University, houses over 10,000 of the most current books and magazines from around the world. In addition to hard copies of the 24 top business,management and technology journals, including 11 computer science journals,each student has access to online databases covering current and back issues of over 1,500 journals. The on-site library is open 12 hours a day, 6 days a week.The online catalog and reference databases are accessible 24 hours a day over the Internet. Library details are on its website at http://library.shinawatra.ac.th

References

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