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Chiang Mai Mourns the Passing of Young Educator Thitiworada Jinachai
The Art Education program at Chiang Mai Rajabhat University has announced the passing of alumna Thitiworada Jinachai, a newly appointed assistant teacher.
On August 10, 2026, the Art Education program at Chiang Mai Rajabhat University (CMRU) publicly expressed its condolences following the passing of Thitiworada Jinachai, a recent graduate of the university's Bachelor of Education program. According to the announcement reported by Khaosod Online, Ms. Jinachai had recently begun her career as an assistant teacher at Ban Muang Pok School in the Wiang Haeng District of Chiang Mai province.
The university had previously celebrated her professional milestone on May 13, 2026, when she was officially appointed to her position under the Chiang Mai Primary Educational Service Area Office. The news of her passing has prompted an outpouring of sympathy from the academic community and those who followed her recent career success.
For residents and those connected to the local educational community in Chiang Mai, this loss marks the end of a promising career that had only just begun. While the university has confirmed her passing and offered support to her family during this difficult time, no further details regarding the circumstances of her death have been released by official sources. As this is a private matter concerning a public servant, the community continues to focus on offering condolences to her family and colleagues at Ban Muang Pok School.