This prestigious award, presented to Asst. Prof. Dr Sanchai Iadprab stems from a commitment to recognising the exceptional professionalism of faculty members who supervise students within the Cooperative and Work Integrated Education (CWIE) program.
The core significance of this award lies in setting a high standard and motivating educators to continually enhance their supervisory skills continually. By guiding students effectively, faculty members play a pivotal role in producing high-quality “Ready to Work” graduates who meet global standards and respond dynamically to the evolving demands of the modern labour market.
Project Coordinator: Asst. Prof. Dr Sanchai Iadprab (Recipient of the Outstanding CWIE Supervising Faculty Award)
Objectives:
- To honour and boost the morale of highly professional faculty supervisors who are instrumental in shaping quality graduates through the CWIE program.
- To establish benchmarks of excellence and inspire educators to maximise their student supervision capabilities.
- To elevate the calibre of university graduates, ensuring they are globally competent and genuinely ready for the real-world workplace.
Program Activities:
Asst. Prof. Dr Sanchai Iadprab, Associate Dean for Student Development at the Faculty of Engineering, Burapha University, was honoured with the 2026 Eastern Region Outstanding CWIE Supervising Faculty Award.
The award ceremony celebrated professional educators acting as vital role models in shaping high-quality graduates. The awards were presented with honour by Ms Chulee Srinuan, Director of the Continuing and Lifelong Education Promotion Group 2 under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI).
During the ceremony, three distinguished faculty members from Burapha University received this prestigious accolade:
- Ajarn Wannapa Udomphol (Burapha Business School)
- Asst. Prof. Dr Sanchai Iadprab (Faculty of Engineering)
- Dr Taddao Pahasupanant (Faculty of Public Health)
Receiving this award serves as a powerful testament to their immense dedication and professionalism in supervising CWIE students. The CWIE program focuses heavily on producing globally competent, “Ready to Work” graduates. These three educators have been celebrated as pivotal driving forces in elevating Thai educational standards, fostering graduates who are “skilled at work, brilliant in thought, and fully prepared to step into the professional world.”
Expected Outcomes (Impacts):
- Recognition of Excellence: Asst. Prof. Dr Sanchai Iadprab received well-deserved recognition, validating his exceptional dedication and professionalism in guiding CWIE students and boosting morale.
- Inspiring Educational Leadership: This milestone establishes a benchmark of excellence, powerfully motivating other faculty members to enhance their supervisory capabilities and adopt best practices.
- Elevating Graduate Quality: The continuous improvement in student supervision directly translates to higher-quality graduates from Burapha University, ensuring they are truly “Ready to Work” and highly sought after by both domestic and international labour markets.
- Enhancing Institutional Prestige: The achievement bolsters Burapha University’s reputation as a premier institution for cultivating high-calibre professionals. It aligns perfectly with MHESI’s national policies to produce career-ready graduates and effectively elevates Thai educational standards to a global level.
Date of Implementation: May 5, 2026
