Naresuan University Declines Appeal in Special Professor Case
Naresuan University has decided not to appeal a court ruling regarding the status of a 'Special Professor,' though concerns remain over ongoing administrative disputes.
According to a report by Matichon Online on October 26, 2026, Sombat Noprak has announced that Naresuan University (NU) will not file an appeal against a recent court ruling concerning his 'Special Professor' status. The legal victory marks a significant development in the internal administrative dispute that has persisted at the institution.
Despite the university's decision to accept the court's verdict, Noprak expressed ongoing concerns regarding objections raised by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI). He indicated that while the university has moved forward, the oversight from the ministry remains a point of contention. Noprak stated that he is prepared to pursue further legal action if the ministry continues to challenge the matter after he provides additional clarifications.
For residents and those involved in the Thai academic sector, this situation highlights the complexities of administrative law and institutional governance within public universities. While the immediate legal battle regarding the professor's title appears to be concluding, the broader regulatory relationship between the university and the ministry remains unresolved. Observers are now waiting to see if the requested clarifications will satisfy the ministry's requirements or if the dispute will escalate into further litigation. No further official statements have been released by the ministry at this time.
