On 25 September 2024, Mae Fah Luang University community celebrated its 26th anniversary with a series of meaningful events that included a religious ceremony, a reporting to the public event, presentations of scholarship awards and university benefactor awards, and the distribution of over 3,000 blankets to six flood-affected subdistricts in Chiang Rai including: Khun Tan, Mae Sai, Mueang, Phaya Mengrai, Thoeng, and Wiang Kaen.
During the reporting to the public session, Asst. Prof. Dr.Matchima Naradisorn, President of Mae Fah Laung University reported on the university’s accomplishments and progress over the past year. She highlighted MFU’s commitment to cultivating quality human resources, conducting research excellence, preserving arts and culture, conserving environments, and providing academic and healthcare services.
The university adheres to four core principles: carrying on the royal aspiration of “Restore forest and cultivate people”, being a university for opportunity, adapting to change under a concept of ‘New, Different, and Better’, and maintaining its core strengths of using English as a primary language of instruction and promoting Chinese language education. These principles have shaped MFU into a unique institution with an international outlook and a focus on producing high-quality graduates for societies.
In line with its vision of becoming a University for Well-being and Sustainable Future, MFU has announced Net Zero Campus plan. This three-year initiative aims to achieve carbon neutrality and net zero emissions goals (2024-2026) through 29 projects focused on five strategies:
• Reducing energy consumption and increasing energy efficiency
• Promoting the use of clean energy
• Sustainable waste and wastewater management
• Promoting environmentally friendly transportation
• Raising awareness and participation of the university community
Key projects under this plan include installing solar panels on academic buildings, upgrading air conditioning systems for higher efficiency, promoting bicycle use within the university, and establishing a climate change learning center for students and the community. The President has invited all sectors to join MFU in driving towards these goals, creating a sustainable future for the community and the nation.
In addition to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, MFU is committed to environmental research and innovation development. The university is also integrating climate change knowledge into its curriculum to equip graduates with skills and understanding needed to address future environmental challenges.
As Mae Fah Luang University enters its third decade, it not only reflects success in academic and research development but also demonstrates a strong commitment to being part of addressing global challenges and creating a sustainable future for all.
