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Thammasat University Welcomes New Students with Lessons on Adaptability
Deputy Prime Minister 'Ajarn Shane' addressed new students at Thammasat University, emphasizing the necessity of continuous learning and adaptation in a rapidly changing world.
On August 2, 2026, Thammasat University held its orientation ceremony for new students. During the event, Deputy Prime Minister 'Ajarn Shane' delivered a keynote address focused on the importance of lifelong learning and personal development. According to Prachachat Business, the Deputy Prime Minister urged students to remain adaptable, warning that those who fail to evolve risk being left behind in a competitive global landscape.
To illustrate his point, he cited the historical business struggles of Motorola and Kodak, contrasting them with the successful transformation of Fujifilm. He encouraged the incoming class to identify their core purpose and take proactive action, positioning themselves as the future hope of the nation. He emphasized that living a meaningful life requires constant focus and the courage to change.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this event highlights the ongoing emphasis on educational reform and the cultivation of a resilient workforce within the country's academic institutions. While the speech serves as a motivational framework for students, it remains to be seen how these academic philosophies will be integrated into the broader national curriculum or specific university policies in the coming semesters. No further details regarding specific institutional changes were provided at this time.
Translated from Thai.
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