Come and visit Webster University Thailand in Romania! Stop by and find out more about the American University in Thailand and let our counselor guide you through the infinite possibilities that await you!
 
February 11 and 12 from 10:00 to 18:00 at Athenee Palace Hilton Bucharest
1-3 Episopiei, Bucharest, Romania
 
World Education Fair – BucharestThe WORLD EDUCATION Fair in Romania for Undergraduate, Postgraduate and MBA providers and Independent Schools, aims to recruit a high number of students applying for courses provided by participating institutions.The Fair is the only event dedicated purely to education, for students of all ages in Romania, and it is already growing in popularity amongst institutions and students alike. The Fair is part of the World Education Project, which Integral Educational Programs started 7 years ago in order to help young people get the right information about new opportunities for university, college and school education abroad.

Explore Webster University! Visit us to learn about our undergraduate and graduate programs.

Making the correct decision of what academic field to study can be challenging for students. Come and meet Webster University Thailand's friendly  councelors who can help you make the important choices for your future success.

21 - 22 January,  10:00 - 18:00 hours. Royal Paragon Hall, 5th Floor Siam Paragon. Webster University's booth is U 10.

OCSC International Education Expo.

Friday January 13^th marked the arrival of yet another group of Webster Full-time and Study Abroad students. New students attended the orientation of information, registration, good food and introductions. Flying in from around the globe, this new attentive & inquisitive group promises to snap us out of our winter reverie and back to work!

For more pictures: Picture Gallery (Spring 1 Orientation 2012)

WUT’s annual cultural event, Collage of Cultures is being held this year at the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort and Spa. The event kicks off at 7 pm Saturday, December 3^rd, 2011.

This student event is held by, for and from the students here at WUT. Starting with a fashion show exhibiting the native dress of the cultures & countries listed below, the students move on to a music and performance section of the program. While it’s a formal dress party, many opt to wear national costume as the option, representing the student nationalities at Webster Thailand.

The fare is light international supper and we have continued the tradition with the addition of a theme this year: “Vintage.”

For more information please mail studentaffairs@webster.ac.th

Bus Schedule for COC

Regular Bus Schedule for Saturday December 3, 2011

Global M.A. in International Relations students are among a host of volunteers who have provided flood relief in Thailand.

Kim Dindial, Anna Feigum, Heather Leigh, Becky Smith, and Kutloano Tshabalala, who are studying in Bangkok as members of the program’s Cohort 2, spent Nov. 2 helping the Thai Red Cross Society load and unload trucks. The students also packed and tied bags of food.

On Nov. 16, Anna, Becky, and Heather traveled to Minburi, a Bangkok suburb, where they distributed food at a recreation center and a Buddhist temple. They sent their thoughts on volunteering to Hannah Verity, Assistant to the Dean, Global Programs, for the College of Arts & Sciences.

“We were completely humbled by the generosity of the Thai people in the midst of this crisis. It was amazing to see how the community comes together to help one another, whether it is human assembly lines unloading food from trucks or helping an elderly woman carry her supplies home. Despite the language barriers, we felt accepted by all, even being able to join in with the high-spirits and laughter. Though we felt that our impact on the situation was minimal, they never the less responded to us with the utmost appreciation. We only hope to continue in the effort, doing anything that we can to help.”

Read more about this story here.

Don't miss this opportunity to catch a visiting guest lecturer on the topic of Human Rights and Buddhism at Webster University Thailand.

On Wednesday 30th November 2011, from 12:00 to 13:50, Professor Damien Keown of the Department of History, at the University of London and author of several publications on Buddhism and Ethics/Human Rights will speak to Webster Students on the topic of Human Rights and Buddhism.

The lecture will be delivered to students enrolled in the course POLT 4100 – Advanced Studies in International Politics: Buddhism and Human Rights

Meet us at the Ploenchit Fair by the River held at Bangkok Patana School, on Sat 26th Nov, 2011!!

Gates open from 10am - 9pm.

All the Fun of the Fair, Christmas Shopping and Bargains Galore, Thousands of prizes to be won, Raffles, International & Pub Food, Fish & Chips and Champagne & Beer Bar, Entertainment by the river.

Adults : 150 Baht

Children : 50 Baht

Organised by the British Community in Thailand Foundation for the Needy. Come and join us, because the more you spend, the more we can help the needy.

Directions: Bangkok Patana School,
643, La Salle Road(Sukhumvit 105)
Bangkok

Skytrain: to Bang Na station.  Free shuttle service from BITEC to Bangkok Patana School. Parking available on site.

Meet us in Guangzhou, China!!  We'll be at the QS World University Tour on the 11th of November 2011.

 Meet us in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia!!  We'll be at the QS World University Tour on the 9th of November 2011.

To pre-register for the event and make an appointment to meet us, just register with your details and preferred appointment time at the link below:
http://www.topuniversities.com/tour/?partnerschool=13670&season=26

We're sorry to announce that the Bangkok Academic Center will be closed from the 27th - 31st of October 2011 as the Government has announced a public holiday on those days.

Please refer back to this page for updates.

Meet Webster University representatives in Dubai on 15th & 16th of October 2011.

From 11am to 7pm at the Grand Midwest Hotel, Media City, near Internet City Metro Station.

Students and Parents are invited to visit for additional information, scholarships, study abroad opportunities, and visa & travel assistance.

NOTE: Please bring educational credentials and documents for quick assessing.

Excellent Internship Opportunities available to Webster Students in Fall 2011!!

Web & Graphic Design Internship

Company: Web Courses Bangkok

Description: Currently seeking an intern for the Asoke Training Center in Bangkok to assist with the development of training programs in web & graphic design.

They are looking for passionate, creative, dependable, organized interns who are fluent in English and want to work in a forward-thinking creative environment.

For more info: http://www.webcoursesbangkok.com/about/internship-opportunity/

 Research Survey Assistants

Company: Quo Media (Formerly Keen media)

Description: Currently seeking six(6) student research assistants to participate in conducting surveys in Khao Lak of residents and tourists.  The surveys are tentatively scheduled to be conducted over a 3-5 days period with 1-2 days required for data analysis.

The survey will take place on the week of October 17^th and the project will focus on local and tourist perceptions of Khao Lak and the surrounding area seven years after the devastating tsunami in 2004.

Accommodation &transportation to Khao Lak with a daily stipend of 500 Baht will be provided.  Similar compensation will be provided to work handled in Bangkok.  Given that surveys will include perceptions of local natives, some Thai native speakers will be required.  However, all students, regardless of nationality, are welcome to apply and will be given equal considerations.

Send your CV to jainj@webster.ac.th by October 8^th, 2011

Internships

Company: Pricewaterhouse Coopers

Description: Looking for 1 Thai student with excellent academic standing to join and grow with the firm.  The student must be a 3^rd year or above undergraduate or graduate student from the fields of Business Administration or International Business Management only.  Along with a strong academic standing the student must have excellent English competency, strong in computer literacy, positive attitude toward any kind of works and a willingness to learn.

Applications should contain details of education, work experience, references, current salary, daytime telephone number and recent photograph.

Apply online at www.pwc.com/thailand or by email to careers.thailand@th.pwc.com

Tax Consultant
Company: Pricewaterhouse Coopers
Description: You will be working with Tax talents and experts.  You will learn and gather experience for your future roles through technical training courses, researching, drafting documents, understanding clients’ businesses and involvement in the clients’ projects.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or above in Taxation, Accounting, Finance, Economics or Law.
0-3 years of experience.
Computer literacy and good command of English.
Good analytical thinking, strong interpersonal and multi-tasking skills.
Commitment to develop your talents and knowledge into new areas as well as to think creatively.

Applications for the above position will be treated in strict confidence and should contain details of education, work experience, references, current salary, daytime telephone number and a recent photograph. They should be sent to:

Human Resources Department
PricewaterhouseCoopers
15th Floor Bangkok City Tower, 179/74-80 South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120
Tel. 0-2344-1000 Ext. 4613 Fax.0-2286-4440
Apply online at : www.pwc.com/thailand or e-mail to: careers.thailand@th.pwc.com

Customs and International Trade Consultant

Company: Pricewaterhouse Coopers
Description: You will be working with Tax talents and experts.  You will learn and gather experience for your future roles through technical training courses, researching, drafting documents, understanding clients’ businesses and involvement in the clients’ projects.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or above in Taxation, Accounting, Finance, Economics or Law.
0-3 years of experience.
Computer literacy and good command of English.
Good analytical thinking, strong interpersonal and multi-tasking skills.
Commitment to develop your talents and knowledge into new areas as well as to think creatively.

Applications for the above position will be treated in strict confidence and should contain details of education, work experience, references, current salary, daytime telephone number and a recent photograph. They should be sent to:

Human Resources Department
PricewaterhouseCoopers
15th Floor Bangkok City Tower, 179/74-80 South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120
Tel. 0-2344-1000 Ext. 4613 Fax.0-2286-4440
Apply online at : www.pwc.com/thailand or e-mail to: careers.thailand@th.pwc.com

HURRY TO APPLY for FALL 2!!
Deadline is fast approaching, and the Term Starts October 24th, 2011.

Join us for an information session at the Bangkok Center and find out all the information you need to get a career head-start, or begin your collegiate career with an American degree.

Join us at the Bangkok Campus

Where?

Maneeya Center (E1), 10th Floor, 518/5, Ploenchit Road, Bangkok

When?

Wednesday, September 28th, 2011 · 10:00am - 7:00pm

Come and meet us at the GLOBAL Education Fair in Mumbai on Saturday 24th, September 2011 at the JW Marriott Hotel in Juhu.

Prior Registration is recommended:
66334000 / 66923000 / 8879144245

Welcome to the annual Counselors Professional Development Workshop held this year on September 18-20, 2011 at the Sheraton Resort and Spa in Hua Hin.

Participants will have the pleasure of enjoying two internationally known guest speakers:

Dr. Krishnan Edward Roy,Adjunct Professor of Psychology at Webster University Thailand and Professor Rene Gunnar, renowned educator and author of Kick Ass In College: A Guerrilla Guide to College Success, will give the twin seminar and workshops on the program's central theme - Contemporary Issues in High School Counseling.

The program will also include a very special section about US Higher Education and Education Visa issues which will be presented by speakers from the American Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand. 

We're having an Open House in Kathmandu Nepal!!

Meet our counselors at our Representative Office located at :
Saakha House (4th Floor)
159/15 Tinkune
Kathmandu, Nepal.

DEADLINE FOR FALL 2 IS September 30th, 2011!

APPLY NOW!

DEADLINE FOR FALL 2 IS September 30th, 2011!

APPLY NOW!

Join in the Fall 2011 Ice Breaker Dinner and activities on September 2nd, 2011 at The Fez Hua Hin.

Enjoy the food, fun and activities at the event, and get to know your fellow peers!

The fun starts at 9pm.

For a revised version of the Bus Schedule on the day of, please click here to view the PDF file.

Take a look at photos from around the world taken by our very own Study Abroad students during their tours and travels to different campuses.  

The photos are credited to each student, and offers a short description about the photos, the locations they were taken in, and the Semester during which the student took the picture.

Take a look at the gallery by clicking on the link below:

http://www.webster.edu/studyabroad/photo_contest_2011.shtml

Agusut 9th, 2011 -  Webster University ranks among America's best colleges, according to a report released Wednesday by Forbes magazine. This is the second year in a row that Webster has been included in the Forbes list. Now in its fourth year, the Forbes "America's Top Colleges" ranking is based on five categories: postgraduate success, student satisfaction, student debt, four-year graduation rate and competitive awards.

According to Forbes, its ranking includes 650 schools, representing the top 20 percent of all undergraduate institutions in the United States. The magazine said its ranking "focuses on the things that matter the most to students: quality of teaching, great career prospects, graduation rates and low levels of debt." Forbes said its ranking ignores ephemeral measures and instead evaluates the college purchase as a consumer would.

"We are proud to receive this important recognition," said Webster University President Elizabeth (Beth) J. Stroble. "Inclusion in the prestigious Forbes 'America's Top Colleges' list confirms that Webster University continues to enhance its reputation as a global leader in academic excellence."

Webster employs a personalized approach to education through small classes, close relationships with faculty and staff, and dynamic student life. In addition, the University develops educational programs that join theory and practice, provide an international perspective, and encourage creativity and scholarship.

With its home campus in St. Louis, Webster University is the only Tier 1, private, non-profit U.S.-based university providing a network of international residential campuses. Founded in 1915, Webster University's campus network today includes metropolitan, military and corporate locations around the world, as well as traditional campuses in Asia, Europe and North America. The university is committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences that transform students for global citizenship and individual excellence.

The Fall 1 Semester is officially closed and we can no longer accept applications for it from international students. However don’t be disheartened, because the Fall II semester is still open for applications and will start on October 24th 2011. The Application Deadline for Fall II is the September 30th 2011.

NOTE: Applications for Thai students are still being accepted!
Please contact the counselor at admissions@webster.ac.th for more information!

For those considering joining Webster University Thailand in Fall 2 -- you can join as part of the Quick Start program which will enable you to start university in the middle of a semester. This is an additional intake for the benefit of the students, so that in the case your application is late, or can’t be considered for the usual Fall Semester intake, you don’t have to wait for an entire semester before joining us!

For more information please click the link pasted below:
http://www.webster.ac.th/admissions-and-aid/Undergraduate_Admissions/fall-quickstart/

Congratulations to our students who have been awarded academic scholarships for the academic term 2011 - 2012!

The Rector's Scholarship 
Ms. Rani Hasper

Departmental Scholarship
Ms. Sarina Larson - Business & Technology
Ms. Malin Bylund - Media Communications
Ms. Mariel Pandaan - Arts & Sciences
Ms. Aung Wint Thiri - MAIR
Mr. Rowlett Ronald - MBA

Don't MISS OUT!!

Applications for Fall 2011 are still being accepted until August 4th, 2011, and the new Fall term will begin on August 22nd.

After this time you will be automatically considered for the Fall 2 Semester which starts on the 24th of October, 2011.  Deadline for applications for the Fall 2 Semester is September 26th, 2011.

Note: Most applications are processed in 5 working days.  However due to a much higher number of applicants this year, please allow for 7-10 days for the application to be processed.  If you do not hear back from us after this period, you can also check the status of your applications online at: https://wsapps.webster.edu/jics/  or email the Admissions Manager - Khun Jum at sidalao@webster.ac.th

Join the first Visual Expo 2011 at Webster University Thailand, coordinated by the School of Media Communications.

Date: July 21st, 2011

Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm.

Venue: Second Floor - Library

Meet the Webster Admissions Team in Nepal!!

At the Great Indian Education Fair in the Everest Hotel in Kathmandu.

On July 22nd and 23rd 2011 (Friday & Saturday).

Look out for our stall and meet the team for any information you might require or applications you need to submit.

The 11th Hong Kong International Education Expo will be the largest educational event to be held after the release of the A-level exam results, perfectly timed to provide the much needed educational resources to students, parents and people who wish to further their studies.

The expo will bring together hundreds of local and overseas education institutions, including colleges, universities, vocational training and continuing educational providers from Hong Kong, China, the U.K., the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Switzerland and Japan.

Information on a wide range of full-time, part-time and long-distance learning programmes such as diplomas, higher diplomas, associate degrees, bachelor degrees, master degrees and vocational trainings will be available.

Expo Details Dates : July 9 - 10, 2011 (Sat & Sun)

Opening Hours : 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Venue : Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre - Hall 3G

Entrance fee : Free admission

Event Highlights
- Over 200 local and overseas educational institutions recruit students on-site
- Various associate degrees and diplomas open for application
- Over 30 seminars to help parents and students better understand details of various information on studies and trainings
- Career-oriented curriculum
- Grand prizes will be given daily to the lucky draw winners

As Webster University Thailand is one of the top leading universities in Thailand, Humanitarian Affairs, United Kingdom would like to invite and welcomes undergraduates, postgraduates and young professionals between 18-30 years old to join a wonderful opportunity for students to be represented internationally and to network with student leaders from all over the world. Countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, France, South Africa, Korea, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, China, the Philippines, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, UAE, Morocco, Egypt and many more countries are sending their students for this international conference.

The 2nd University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2011 which will be held in Hilton Pattaya in Thailand from August 1 to 7, 2011.

The deadline for registration is the 14th of July, 2011.

The Symposium allows young leaders the opportunity to understand more about the global humanitarian need, to learn how to organize a humanitarian relief and be challenged in their worldview.

The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs has issued a statement pertaining to the 2nd University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2011. Please access the statement at : http://social.un.org/index/Youth/Youthflash/2011/March.aspx

The normal registration fee is GBP480.00 or 24,000 Thai Baht and includes:
6 night accommodation,
breakfast, lunch and 2 coffee breaks,
airport transfer,
local transportation,
guest lectures,
workshop discussions,
a souvenir T-shirt,
Certificate of Participation,
an Official Welcoming Dinner,
a Farewell Party and more importantly, the opportunity to network with like-minded global citizens. As a friend of Thailand, we are pleased to provide a partial scholarship of a 50% grant of the registration fees. More importantly, we create an opportunity for our future leaders to network with each other as more than 23 countries will be sending their youths to attend this Symposium.

More information about the 2nd University Scholars Leadership Symposium can be obtained from the Official Website at www.universityscholars.org.uk or our Official Facebook at www.facebook.com/UniScholars.

On Wednesday, 8th of June, 2011, Webster University Thailand was featured in the Times of India, Kolkata - Management Edge section for being an exemplary higher educational institution in Thailand.  The article briefly discusses Thailand as a new educational hub for the region, and goes on to discuss the success of our graduates in career opportunities and internships they intend to pursue.

GO GRADUATES!!

To read the whole document as a PDF please, click here and download a local copy.

The Commencement Ceremony for the Graduating Class of 2011 will be held on Sunday, May 15th 2011 at the Sheraton Resort and Spa.

Tickets for additional guests for the event can be purchased - please contact Mr. Ashim Sharma, at the Finance Department in Hua Hin or contact the Front Office in Bangkok. A limited amount of tickets will also be sold at the event.

A special Bus Schedule and Graduation Day Schedule has been organised for the Commencement Ceremony, please click here to view this file as a PDF.

For guests and visitors, you can view the Ceremony Schedule as a PDF and view the Graduating Class list of 2011 as a PDF as well as the Seating Chart for the ceremony.

For photos of the special event, prints can be ordered from the photographer for approximately 3 prints for 350 Baht.

For photos of past Commencement Ceremonies, please visit our Photo Gallery page and scroll to the correct album.

We are pleased to announce that the Jobs and Internship Fair held on May 25th, 2011 was very successful, and many of our graduate and undergraduate students were able to secure excellent jobs in positions and fields of their choosing.

Please look below for a complete list of students and jobs secured.

Dipsha Rajbanshi - Vejjathani Hospital

Dipesh Gautam - Vejjathani Hospital

Edward J Wojewodzic Jr - Vejjathani Hospital

Rujala Dahal - Vejjathani Hospital

Apichai Thavichith - Vejjathani Hospital

Disha Hawley - Vejjathani Hospital

Christopher Meier - Thai Summit

Lee Kornowski - Thai Summit

Pratik Banerjee - Thai Summit

Abhik De - Thai Summit

Suthirtha Sarkar - Six Senses

Raad Hussain - Six Senses

Alexander Rujis - Dusit Thani Hotel

Paras Prakash - Berli Jucker Company

Pratik Banerjee - Coal India

Join the School of Business & Technology with their Charity Drive for the students in need at the Petchaburi Panyanukul School.

Items urgently needed : toiletries (shampoo, soap, toilet paper, etc...)

Last date for donations : May 12th, 2011

The Petchaburi Panyanukul School is a boarding school for mentally disabled children.  Last year we visited them and were informed the school recieves financial support and academic materials from the government.  They were however in great need of toiletries for students for their daily use.

The School of Business & Technology has placed collection boxes (brown cardboard) at the Library, Reception and SBT Faculty Offices (Room 21) for your convenience.  

No monetary donations please.

On Friday the 29th of April, 2011 you will have an exciting opportunity to join the Ambassadors Forum at the Bangkok Campus in Maneeya Center, Bangkok.

Esteemed speakers on this highly anticipated event will be:
The Deputy Chief of Mission of the Embassy of Israel,
The Ambassador of Turkey, and
The Ambassador of Italy.

They will address the civil revolutions in North Africa and the Middle East and the role of Social Media in these conflicts.

There will also be a Q & A session on Foreign Policy topics.

The program will run from 10am - 4:30pm.

Note: Dress code - professional meeting.
 

On the 23rd of April 2011, join Webster University in celebrating the mix of international diversity and culture of our students, staff and professors with the annual International Food Fair 2011.

This year expect to taste delectable cuisines from Thailand, Burma, India, Nepal, America, and even Bhutan!!  Don't miss out on the fun at Webster University Thailand.

For more details please contact the Student Council Representatives. 

In Spring 2, 2011, MBA students at Webster will host a series of Guest Speakers to further their education in real world, practical applications.  This semester we will welcome many respected professionl hailing from institutions such as Citi Group, GO Property, and the University of Charlseton.

Speaker Session Dates:

April 21st - 6 pm - Dr. Richard Shainwald, University of Charlseton
Topic: Culture and International Marketing

April 28th - 5 pm - Dr. Sethapong Watanapalachaikul, Managing Director, GO Property
Topic: Essential Finances for Managers

May 4th - 5 pm - Mr. Peter B. Eliot, Country Head & Citi Country Officer Thailand
Topic: Financial Industries in Thaland

Join in the Songkran celebrations on campus on April 7th, 2011. The School of Business & Technology is organizing a day of Songkran fun, where administrators, faculty, staff and students will join in paying their respect to their seniors and seeking their blessings. Join in and celebrate with us!

When: April 7th, 2011; 11.55 hr. 
Where: Reception-main building entrance area

Everybody invited! 

 

The finals of the Abstract 2011 - Creative Writing Conest will be held at the Webster University Thailand - Hua Hin Campus on April 4th, 2011.  Participants from as far away as Chiang Mai will be joining the finals, along with guests.

Come and join our Traditional Thai Sports Day, with fun and exciting games and activities that aim to boost cultural understanding with prizes and much, much more!!

Sports will include Muay Thai Talay (Water Boxing), Banana Horse Race, Sack Races, etc...

Signup at the Student Affairs Department,
David N Boongullaya
boonguld@webster.ac.th or call 081 933 8195

Webster University Vienna will start a new MA in Counseling Psychology this upcoming fall 2011 term. It has been approved by both St. Louis, and more recently the Austrian Accrediatation.

Webster University’s Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology is an advanced, international program in English which has been designed to meet the growing demand for qualified professionals assisting those in emotional distress in today’s intercultural society. Webster University Vienna has a 30-year track record in preparing students for successful careers and has distinguished itself as a leader in mental health education. Alumni from Webster’s programs are successful professionals all over the world.

For all Webster University psychology students wishing to pursue a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology please take a look at the following links:

For more information click here...

For those interested in signing up for the program,
please go to the contact sheet and sign up by clicking here...

Date: Friday, March 25, 2011

Come and meet Webster University Thailand at the biggest Career Exhibition to be held in Thailand and organised by JobsDB.com.

The event will be held at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok.

Dates: 11th to 13th of March, 2011. (Friday - Sunday)

Times: 10 am - 7pm.

Webster University Thailand will have a booth at the event, in the Education Section, Booth #S91-92.
 

We will be in Muscat, Oman on March 5th and 6th, 2011.

Meet us at any of the following venues:

March 5, 2011 
9:00   - 10:00   Muscat International School
11:00 - 12:00   Pakistani School Ruwi
13:00 - 14:00   International School of Choueifat
16:00 - 20:00   Open House/ Fair at Ramada Hotel Muscat

March 6, 2011
14:00 - 16:00    Minis Fair at Sultan's School, Muscat Oman

The george Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology in association with the WUT International Business Club and Hua Hin Commercial College is organizing an 'Academic Services to the Community' project. Students from Hua Hin Commercial College will visit WUT on February 25th, 2011 (Friday) from 09.30 to 12.00.

Designed as a two and a half hour part-lecture, part-workshop, the session will cover topics such as 'Resume Writing, Interview skills and Choosing the right career'.

It will also provide a platform for WUT students to interact with students from the Hua Hin Community. 

SBT invites volunteers from the WUT community to join this event. Those interested to sign up can contact Sarina or Adarsh with the International Business club or any members of the Business faculty.

Webster University Thailand 

in collaboration with the Global MAIR Students

is proud to present

Date/Time: 21 February 2011 @ 8pm, doors open at 7:30pm

Place: Foreign Correspondents’ Club of Thailand (FCCT)
Maneeya Center,
518/5 Ploenchit Road,
Bangkok 

Tickets: 200 baht for non- FCCT members, and a suggested donation of 200 baht for FCCT members. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Please come early to ensure a seat and grab a drink!

The Vagina Monologues is a world-renowned play based on Eve Ensler’s interviews with over 200 women, and which celebrates women’s sexuality and strength. For fourteen years, The Vagina Monologues has given voice to experiences and feelings not previously exposed in public. Its purpose is to spread awareness of, and the stop, violence against women and girls. It is now performed every year all over the world, and this year we are proud to perform it in Bangkok!

All proceeds are donated to non-profit organizations for women and girls; all participation in the show is voluntary. This year, 90% of the proceeds will be donated to In Search of Sanuk’s scholarship fund to give young girls from poor communities in Bangkok the opportunity to learn English. For more information about In Search of Sanuk, visit http://insearchofsanuk.com/. The remaining 10% will be donated to the V-Day Organization.

Students! Join the Valentine's Day celebrations with a party organized by Student Council with the support from Student Affairs Department.

For more details or information for the party, please contact the Student Services & Activities Department at Webster University Thailand.

Click here to download the Bus Schedule for Valentine's Day - Saturday 14th.

Join the MBA Field Trip to SCG Experience - a knowledge center on homes, construction and development. To find out all you need to know about design to construction, architects and even inspiration for your own designs, join us.

On Wednesday the 9th of February, don't miss you chance to hear this presentation on "Beverages Marketing in Thailand" from a distinguished guest, Khun Dongchai Siridara of the Thai Nam Thip Co., Ltd., one of Thailand's leading beverage suppliers that distributes global brands along the likes of Coca Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Schweppes and A&W. 

This weekend, on Sat. 5th of February 2011, the Student Affairs Department is planning a Field Trip to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.

If there is one must see sight that no visit to Bangkok would be complete without, it's the dazzling, spectacular Grand Palace, undoubtedly the city's most famous landmark. Built in 1782- and for 150 years the home of the Thai King, the royal court and the administrative seat of government - The Grand Palace of Bangkok is a grand site indeed, that continues to have visitors in awe with its beautiful architecture and intricate details, all of which is a proud salute to the creativity and craftsmanship of Thai people. Today, the complex remains the spiritual heart of the Thai Kingdom.

There will be no charge for this excursion.

Unfortunately we can only facilitate 40 Students, therefore the first 40 students who sign-up first will be ensured a spot as for late sign-up will be on the waiting list.

Come & Sign-up at Student Affairs Department

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR 2011 to all our students, alumni, staff and faculty all over the world!!

According to Chinese tradition, the Rabbit brings a year in which you can catch your breath and calm your nerves. It is a time for negotiation. Don't try to force issues, because if you do you will ultimately fail. To gain the greatest benefits from this time, focus on home, family, security, diplomacy, and your relationships with women and children. Make it a goal to create a safe, peaceful lifestyle, so you will be able to calmly deal with any problem that may arise.

Not many people know that the Rabbit is the symbol of the Moon, while the Peacock is the symbol of the Sun, and that together, these two animal signs signify the start of day and night, represent the Yin and Yang of life.

The Year of the Rabbit begins on February 3, 2011 and ends on January 22, 2012.

Undergraduate & Graduate
Admission Application Deadlines

Spring 1 
Application Deadline - CLOSED
Term Begins - Jan 10th, 2010

Spring 2 
Application Deadline - Feb 11th 2010
Term Begins - Mar 12th, 2010

Graduate Students at Webster University Thailand catch this once in a lifetime opportunity to visit the Thai Summit group.

For more information please contact:

Webster University Thailand - Bangkok Center at 02-652 0705

Have you ever been near enough to touch a 100kg + Tiger??

Now's your chance!

Student Services at Webster University Thailand is organizing a trip to the Floating Market and Tiger Temple on the 29th of January, 2011.

Experience, shop, and explore the floating market in a traditional row boat or motor boat.  Follow it up by a unique trip to the famed Tiger Temple where you will watch and even walk tiger cubs and 100kg+ adult tigers.

Cost : 600 Baht.

Signup now, or contact Student Services Activities Officer - Dave Boongullaya. 

Join our annual fashion event --

The Collage of Cultures 2010.

This year's theme is 'Casino Royale'

Attire: Formal or National Dresses

Where: Hilton Hotel, Hua Hin, Thailand

When: 7pm - 11pm

Cost: 500 Baht / 250 Baht for performers

Tickets are available at the Finance Office at the Cha-Am Campus.

For pictures of the Collage of Cultures 2009, please visit our Photo Gallery by clicking here.

Here he is!

Did you know that the name "Gorlok" was derived from the combination of two streets that intersect in the heart of "Old Webster," Gore and Lockwood avenues.

Join Webster University Thailand at the Loy Kratong Parade 2010.

Meet in front of the Hua Hin Municipality on the 21st of November 2010 at 5:30pm in the evening.

Signup at Student Affairs Office.

A Brief History

Loi Krathong is held on the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. "Loi" means "to float" and a "Krathong" is a raft, about a hand span in diameter, traditionally made from a section of banana tree trunk.

During the night of the full moon, many people will float a small rafts (Krathong) on a river or other body of water, such as canals, lakes and seas. Some people even float a raft in a basin in their own yard. Thai people believe that floating a raft on the river is to honor and pay respect to the goddess of water. Also, floating a raft in the river is to apologize to the Goddess of the Water for the bad things we have done to the river during the past year. That is why Loi Krathong festival is held at the end of the year. Governmental offices, corporations and other organizations usually create big decorated rafts. There are also local and officially organised raft competitions, regarding its beauty and craftsmanship. In addition, there are also fireworks and beauty contests during the celebration of the festival.

The origins of Loi Krathong are stated to be in Sukhothai, but recently scholars have argued that it is in fact an invention from the Bangkok period. According to the writings of H.M. King Rama IV in 1863, the originally Brahmanical festival was adapted by Buddhists in Thailand as a ceremony to honour the original Buddha, Siddhartha Guatama. Apart from venerating the Buddha with light (the candle on the raft), the act of floating away the candle raft is symbolic of letting go of all one's grudges, anger and defilements, so that one can start life afresh on a better foot. People will also cut their fingernails and hair and add them to the raft as a symbol of letting go of the bad parts of oneself. Many Thai believe that floating a raft will bring good luck, and they do it to honor and thank the Goddess of Water, Phra Mae Khongkha.

Source: Wiki

“The Italian contributions to the study of buddhapādas: the images of the Buddha’s feet and their symbols” by Prof. Claudio Cicuzza, IsIAO – seminar - in ENGLISH

When: Friday, 12th Nov 2010
             1 pm

Where: Conference Room, National Library, Tha Vasukri, Samsen Road
 

The images of the feet of the Buddha appear adorned with symbols already in India. However the particularly complex evolution that concerned those signs is detectable only in South-East Asian countries, where they are embedded in political and religious functions, very often mutually related. In Sri Lanka and in South-East Asia there is a tradition that the feet of the Buddha were marked with 108 auspicious signs.

These signs were depicted on “model” footprints of the Buddha, and were celebrated in Pāli and vernacular liturgies. This symbolic religious and political expression has been studied also by Italian scholars, mainly from an artistic point of view.

These attempts to understand the subtle meanings of the buddhapādas can be inserted into the Italian tradition of Oriental studies, which has been particularly important and it is still producing significant works.

The lecture would like to offer a simple description of some images represented on the Buddha’s feet, trying to analyse their symbolic meanings with the help of a Pāli text, the BuddhapādamaM49;gala, which was written in central Thailand and has been recently edited and translated by Prof. Cicuzza.

Please Download the new Bus Schedule by clicking here...

This Bus Schedule is valid from November 1st, 2010 till December 12, 2010.

On November 3rd, 2010, Webster university Thailand will join over 30 universities at the inaugural PTIS International Education Expo. If you are in the region, this would be a perfect opportunity for you to gain information and experience regarding Webster University. JOIN US!!

Date: Wednesday, November 3 · 10:30am - 3:00pm

Location: PTIS International School,
Chiang Mai, Thailand

You are all invited for the Seminar held by the International Relations Department on
Global Governance & Human Rights.

The Guest Speaker is Dr. Sandro Calvani, the Director of the ASEAN Centre of Excellence on Millennium Development Goals at the Asian Institute of Technology (Bangkok).

The title of his lecture is Freedom from Fear and Freedom from Want in today's global Governance. A review of myths and realities in the implementation of Human Rights and of UN Millennium Development Goals from a Religious Perspective.

The seminar will be held in the Library of Webster University Thailand, second floor, on Thursday 28th, October 2010, at 1:30pm.

Join us one and all.  Students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to join in this year's Webster Works Worldwide on the 30th of October, 2010.

Webster Works Worldwide is committed to serving the community and integrating the local community with the institution.

Annually, Webster University sponsors a campus-wide community service day in partnership with local agencies and nonprofit organizations. Students, faculty, staff and alumni from Webster campuses around the world work in
teams to accomplish tasks that agencies often neglect due to lack of time and resources. Projects include light construction work, tutoring, painting, yardwork, working with children or seniors, park and forest restoration, consulting, and fine arts projects.

Directors from the 100+ Webster University campuses around the world converge in St. Louis this week.

Say hi, and see if you can spot the Rector of Webster University Thailand.

Join Webster University Thailand's OPEN HOUSE this Friday, the 24th of September 2010.

Guest Speaker: Trevor Holbrook, MAIR Candidate

RSVP by Thursday, September 23rd, 2010 by calling 02 652 0705-7

Webster University Thailand hosts the second annual 7 x 7 Soccer Tournament.

Opening Ceremony starts at 2:30pm, and the official matches start at 3:30pm and run until 6pm.

Join us on the soccer pitch to cheer on your team!

Match Fixtures

September 20, 2010
3.30pm    DSport VS Somtawin, Webster B VS Paknampran Police
5.00pm    Webster A VS DP Thurakij, Lookmaenong VS Silapakorn

September 21, 2010
3.30pm    DP Thurakij VS Somtawin, Stamford VS Webster B
5.00pm    Ratchmongkon VS Webster A, Paknampran Police VS Silapakorn

September 22, 2010
3.30pm    Webster A VS DSport, Paknampran Police VS Stamford
5.00pm    DP Thurakij VS Ratchmongkol, Webster B VS Lookmaenong

September 23, 2010
3.30pm    Ratchmongkol VS DSport, Silapakorn VS Stamford
5.00pm    Webster A VS Somtawin, Paknampran Police VS Lookmaenong

September 24, 2010
3.30pm    Somtawin VS Ratchmongkol, Webster B VS Silpakorn
5.00pm    DP Thurakij VS DSport, Stamford VS Lookmaenong

To Thai Summit Group from Webster

Date: 24th of September, 2010

Time: 11am - 1pm

Join the School of Business and Technology at the Speaker Series event on "Services Marketing"

Speaker: Mr. Lequanq Yann, (expert in services quality)

Date: Friday, the 17th of September 2010

Venue: 2nd Floor Library

Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

We hope to see you there!

10 selected Thai students will join World-class education.

Webster University Thailand (WUT) celebrated 10 years of successful operations in Thailand last year. WUT has been privileged and honored by having His Excellency Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva announcing and granting 10 full scholarships under his name to be awarded to outstanding students in Thailand.  This is truly an outstanding commemoration in recognition of their outstanding academic quality and pursuit of promoting Thailand as a hub of international education in South East Asia.  Prior to this Webster University offered 94 scholarships to celebrate the 94 successful years of operations globally.

Webster Thailand, in conjunction with the Office of Civil Service Commission (OCSC), selected 10 exemplary students from all of Thailand that met Webster’s stringent standards, for GPA and English proficiency in the form TOEFL scores or IELTS, to receive this prestigious award from His Excellency Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva.

On August 30, 2010, in attendance for this milestone event were His Excellency Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva, the Honorable Judith Cefkin - Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of the United States of America, Mrs. Benjawan Salangnintara – Secretary of OCSC, and Mr. Ratish Thakur – Rector of Webster University Thailand, at Santri Maitree Building, at the Royal Thai Government House.

Welcome back for the new term - Fall 2010

Activities in the Month of August:

21st : Ice Breaker Party

28th : Field Trip to Tiger Temple and Floating Market

Download your bus schedules here.

Fall 2010 Bus Schedule

Date: Monday July 12^th 2010

Time: 14:00 hr.

Venue: Four Seasons Hotel, Bangkok

The US Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand, His Excellency Eric G John, delivered a special key note to the Royal Thai Scholars who are participating in their preparatory courses before continuing their studies overseas. The Ambassador spoke to the Scholars on “US-Thai Relations and Educational Exchange”. This was one of the final important activities to prepare the Royal Thai Scholars in Webster University’s Academic Preparatory Program funded by the OCSC, Thailand.

Please Click Here to go to the Photo Gallery of the event

Please Click Here to download a PDF copy of the speech he made to the Royal Thai Scholars

Speaker: Ms. Heather Suksem, Managing Director of PCS Group

Date: July 9th, 2010, Friday
Time: 14.00 hr.
Venue: 10th floor, Maneeya Center, Ploenchit Road, Bangkok

Ms Heather Suksem has been settled in Thailand since 1987 and is the Managing Director of the PCS (Property Care Services) Group, a part of the globally renowned OCS Group International Limited which offers property services spanning 5 continents.  In Thailand she overseas the national operations of the organization including overseeing over 23,000 employees.

Article : In Brief Magazine (British Chamber of Commerce Magazine) - March 2010
(Click to Download)

 Members of Webster and members of the community are welcome to join the event.

The internship and job fair conducted at Webster Bangkok for the Business Administration students has been tremendously successful.
Below is a list of students who got internship and job offers.

Internship offers from PCS (Thailand)

1 Ms. Arohi Shah - Bachelor’s degree in Business & Management  
2 Mr.Krishna Nanda Mishra - MBA
3 Ms. Angeliqa Christina Maria Ridderstrale - Bachelor’s degree in Management
4 Ms. Raagini Faith Onta - Bachelor’s degree in International Relations
5 Mr. Raad Hossain - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration  
6 Mr. Subham Roy - MBA

Internship offers from Thai Summit (Thailand)

1 Mr. Rohan Maheshwai - MBA
2 Mr. Partik Banerjee - MBA
3.Mr. Nishant Jung Bista - MBA
4 Mr. Krishna Nanda Mishra - MBA
5 Mr. Ayanta Ganguly - MBA

Internship Offers from Six Senses (Thailand)

1 Nirmal Pant : UG BSBA

JOB  offers from Thai Summit (Thailand)

1 Ms Nga Nguyen - MBA
2 Mr. vietanh nguyen - BSBA

The next career and internship fair will be held in the month of November. 16 MNCs and Thai companies are expected to join this event.
 

Meet the Webster University Admissions Team
Visiting Shillong between April 23 - 25, 2010.
For appointment please call : Abhishake 9830830477

Meet the Webster University Admissions Team
Visiting Guwahati between April 20 - 22, 2010.
For appointment please call : Abhishake 9830830477

INDIA (April)
Meet the Webster University Admissions Team
Visiting Kolkata between April 15 - 19, 2010.
For appointment please call : Abhishake 9830830477

Though a state of emergency has been declared in Bangkok and its surrounding areas, the Bangkok Center is open. Offices in the Maneeya Center are open and traffic is flowing pretty normally. The BTS is open. However, we are watching the situation closely and we have contingency plans in place should the BTS decide to suspend its operations.

If, however, a student wishes not to attend classes this week, please feel free to do so.

We will make alternative arrangements for any missed examinations.

Webster Chaam is about 200 kms away from Bangkok and is not affected by the state of emergency. University operations are proceeding normally.

Nepal (April)
Meet the Webster University Admissions Team
Visiting Kathmandu between April 5 - 8, 2010.
For appointment please call : Prabal Sakha 9851025061

Webster University ranked in Top 50 to the top social media innovators among the U.S colleges and universities in "Web 2.0 College Olympics...".

Read More: "Web 2.0 College Olympics..."

“Change Management and Strategy to be Ready for AFTA”

Mar 31st , 2010
Time: 12:30-17:00 hours
Ajarn Sunwean Intravichai Building
Stock Exchange of Thailand

Agenda

12.30-13.15 Registration

13.15-13.30 Seminar Opening
                    By Patrareeya Polvichai
                    Managing Director, SET

13.30-14.45  “AFTA : Opportunity and Challenge for listed companies” By Dr. Surin Pitsuwan, Secretary-General of ASEAN

14.45-15.00  Coffee Break

15.00-17.00  “Change Management : Why Thai managers should change especially in the face of increasing global competition”

DR. CHERIE CARTER-SCOTT
Professor, School of Business & Technology,
Webster University, Thailand
Author of New York Times' best selling book
"If Life is a game, these are the rules"

Internship &  Job Fair

School of Business & Technology is pleased to inform you that we will be organizing an internship & Job Fair on March 27 from 9.30 am -11.30 am at the Bangkok Center.  Students from Huahin  will be provided  transportation. Some of the  participating companies are listed below. If you are interested, kindly sign up immediately on the B&T board , next to Room no 208.

Date  and Time:            March 27 Saturday    9.30 -11.30 a.m   
Venue:                            Webster University, Maneeya Center, 10th floor

Some of the  participating companies       
 

Best Western
PCS
Coca cola (Vietnam)
Kiatwattana
New Zealand Immigration
Keen
CPAll
Six Senses
M Link
 

Sharpen your resume writing skills and interview techniques by attending:

March 16          Chaam  Campus   12.30  - 2.30 pm     

Resume’ writing techniques workshop    & Mock Interview sessions
 

Ratish Thakur, Rector of Webster University Thailand Campus together with the University Administrators went to wish the Phetchaburi Governor Chai Phanitchaphonphan at his office a Happy New Year 2010.

MBA seminar
Saturday
February 20, 2010:
10 am -11.45 am

Operationilizing Marketing Strategy

Lakshman Peiris
Country Commercial Manager
Coca-Cola Beverages Vietnam Ltd

A Message from WUT Student Council Vice President

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Subject: WUT Student Council Forums!


Hello Webster Students!


Please join our forums. We would love to hear about
anything and everything, ranging from current events, complaints, to
gossip!


Click on register, use your *REAL NAME* as your username, and then post away!

Cheers,

Kimmy (WUTSC VP)

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MA International Relations student Trevor Holbrook has published an article, U.S. Policy Recommendation: American Policy on Anti-Personnel Landmines, in the fall 2009 edition of American University’s Human Rights Brief.

Here is the link to his article: http://www.wcl.american.edu/hrbrief/17/171.cfm

Date: Saturday, January 23, 2010

Time: 1pm to 4pm

Elephant riding and activities with elephants!

It's time for Webster's bi-annual Ice-Breaker Party! Get ready to have fun, meet new people, enjoy the *FREE FOOD*, drink, dance, and most importantly, break the ice!

Date & Time: Saturday 16th, JAN. From 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Location: Decem Club
Tickets: 150baht, available at the Finance Office.

**Tickets are now available in the Finance Office!**

**Tickets will also be available for sale on the BUS!**




Transportation Schedule for Ice Breaker Party 2010 - Download Here

``````MV --> Hua Hin --> Decem --> Pailin --> HNSS --> PMH --> VIP
Bus2_19:45___19:50_____19:55
Bus1___________________0:00____0:05____0:10____0:15____0:20


``````VIP --> PMH --> HNSS --> Pailin --> Decem --> Hua Hin --> MV
Bus1__19:40__19:45___19:50___19:55____20:00
Bus2________________________________0:00______0:05____0:10



IMPORTANT NOTE: Doors *will* be closed at 8:30 p.m. for security reasons. Please be sure to catch the bus to come to the party, or in the case of bringing your own transportation, PLEASE BE ON TIME.

Spring January 11th 2010 Bus Schedule - Download

Webster University Thailand Campus MA of International Relations student, Jonathan Kougl, spent his break in Indonesia taking pictures of relief operations in Sumatra.

To read his article Relief in Sumatra: Aftermath of the Earthquake visit here

For more of Jonathan Kougl's pictures visit here

Webster Works Worldwide 15 pictures now on Webster Works Worldwide website. Come see pictures of Thailand Campus's activities.

Picture Gallery Here

Admissions Seminar and Interview in Kathmandu, Nepal
Venue: Hotel De'la Annapurna
Date: December 2, 2009 Time: 1:00 pm
For appointment: samrat@webster.ac.th

To mark the 20<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the end of the Cold War, Webster University Thailand and Chulalongkorn University organized a public forum,  “Back to the Future: Cold Wars and Great Power Conflict in Asia,” on Tuesday, November 24.

WUT’s International Affairs Department joined with the American Studies Program at Chulalongkorn University to consider whether the experiences of the Cold War are relevant to the changing power relationships in Asia and how the region’s international politics will look in the future.  Much of the discussion focused on the evolving relationship between the United States and China.

Panelists also included representatives of the University of Tasmania in Australia, Thammasat University, and the U.S. Embassy in Thailand. A lively audience of professors, students, diplomats, journalists, and publishers presented many thoughtful questions and comments. 

WUT Adjunct Professor Dr. Peter Shearman led off the first panel with a review of the lessons of the Cold War and its ending for great power politics in Asia. He concluded that while the United States and China could find themselves in a new cold war, communication, confidence building measures and security arrangements redesigned to accommodate changing power relationships could prevent such an outcome.  A new U.S.-Russian cold war is far less likely, Dr. Shearman said, because Russia has relatively less power, and its interests are not fundamentally in conflict with those of the United States. 

University of Tasmania Professor Dr. Matthew Sussex considered four possible scenarios for Asia’s security relationships: a new cold war, a concert of Asia, a system of regional security complexes, or a combination of them.  He argued that a loose multipolar system is beginning to emerge in the region.  The extent to which Asia becomes a locus for conflict or cooperation will depend greatly on the steps taken by key actors and institutions to manage the emerging security order. 

Dr. Thitinan Phongsudhirak, Director of the Institute of Security and International Studies at Chulalongkorn, remembered that the end of the Cold War had librated students from the study of topics such as missile capabilities. He warned that we should not be overcome with the lessons of that period.  Rather, he said, at a new juncture, we should ask whether in a world with greater global governance, we are less likely to see global conflict and more likely to see new kinds of local conflicts related to, for example, borders imposed during the colonial period.

The second panel focused on the Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN) and its role.  WUT Professor Ricardo Lucio Ortiz recalled the political changes in Asia at the end of the Cold War in a presentation entitled “ASEAN: From Dusk to Dawn.”   He explained that the 1980s was period of great change in Asia as first the Philippines and then the Republic of Korea and Taiwan experienced democratization. Glasnost and perestroika in the former Soviet Union stimulated the Vietnamese withdrawal from Cambodia, paving the way to the Comprehensive Peace Settlement in 1991. Economic reform in communist Laos and Vietnam was coupled with Thailand’s call to turn battlefields into market places.  By the end of this period, marked by the establishment of full diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Vietnam in 1995, a new “Asianism” had emerged, and with it, a debate on Asian values.

Thammasat University Professor Dr. Praphat Thepchatree discussed ASEAN’s role in building Asian security in the future.  ASEAN must distinguish between the likely scenarios with the U.S., China, and other great powers center stage and its desired outcome, which places ASEAN at the core. One question is how the U.S.-China relationship will develop – will the U.S. remain a sole hegemon, will the two countries have a condominium of power, or will they permit a multipolar system that could include Japan, India, and the Republic of Korea in important roles?   A second question is the position of ASEAN, an organization of medium and small powers.  ASEAN has developed a number of relationships with great powers, but some arrangements, like the Asia Pacific Community proposed by Australia, might be too big, and others, too small.  At this point, a dual track of ASEAN plus 3 (China, Japan and the Republic of Korea) and ASEAN plus 6 (adding the U.S., India, and Australia) looks to be the most likely outcome.

In his comments, U.S. Embassy Political Counselor George Kent, speaking in his private capacity, pointed out that for ASEAN to have a central role, it must demonstrate its ability to deal with key issues and to speak with one voice.  ASEAN’s approach to Burma/Myanmar, the simmering bilateral dispute between Thailand and Cambodia, the disputed South China Sea, and North Korean nuclear proliferation over the next several years will demonstrate its capacity for leadership.

Margaret McMillion, Program Coordinator of WUT’s Master of Arts in International Relations program, noted that this public forum was the first that the international relations faculty has conducted with a Thai university.  WUT was pleased to partner with Thailand’s oldest institution of higher learning and its distinguished American Studies Program. The public forum was also a timely opportunity to remember that the end of the Cold War in Europe affected Asia, too.

The American Studies Program will publish a monograph with the full papers presented at the forum early in 2010. 

Public Forum

Back to the Future:

Cold Wars and Great Power Conflict in Asia

Tuesday, November 24, 2009
8.30 a.m. – 12.00 p.m.

Alumni Conference Room,
Alumni Building
Faculty of Political Science,
Chulalongkorn University

Papers by:

Dr. Matthew Sussex of U. of Tasmania (Regional Security after the Cold War)

Dr. Peter Shearman of Webster U. (A New Cold War in Asia?)

Dr. Prapat Thepchatree of Thammasat U. (Cold War, Post-Cold War and the Emerging Regional Architecture in East Asia)

Sr. Ricardo Lucio Ortiz of Webster U. (ASEAN 1989-1992 as the Cold War ends)

Please RSVP: asp.isisthailand@gmail.com or call/fax 02 218 7430

Forum Co-Organizers: The American Studies Program at ISIS Chulalongkorn University & Webster University Thailand

Jonathan Kougl, a WUTC MAIR student, spent the break in Indonesia taking pictures of relief operations in Sumatra.  The link to his stories and pictures is below.

http://www.demotix.com/news/relief-sumatra-aftermath-earthquake

Fall Bus Schedule for the dates of August 17 - December 13, 2009

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Webster University’s study abroad student, Kris Parsons, writes about her experiences at WUTC in The Journal – “The News Source for Webster University”.

"What's your Webster story? Is it a favorite class or professor you had? Or was it a study abroad experience? A memory from living in the residence halls?
The floor is yours. Let your story be heard..."

Take the chance to read about Thuy Witt's Webster Story. Read Here

Use this opportunity to share your Webster Story with the rest of the world! Share Your Story Now

ST. LOUIS, August 21, 2009 – Webster University’s Study Abroad programs rank in the top 2 percent of the more than 1,400 colleges and universities surveyed in the just-released “America’s Best Colleges” 2010 edition of U.S. News & World Report. Webster is one of just 34 U.S. institutions to share this distinction, which recognizes study abroad programs that involve substantial academic work for credit and considerable interaction with the local culture. In addition to Webster, other schools cited for their study abroad programs include Columbia University, Dartmouth College, Duke University, Georgetown University, New York University and University of Pennsylvania, according to the U.S. News report.

Overall, Webster University ranked 24th in the “Best Universities-Master’s” (Midwest) category. Nationwide, 572 universities are in the “Best Universities-Master’s” category; 142 of those are in the Midwest region. Ranking criteria include peer assessment, average freshman retention rate, average graduation rate, percent of classes with fewer than 20 students, percent of classes with more than 50 students, student/faculty ratio, percent of faculty who are full time, SAT and ACT scores, acceptance rate, percent of freshmen in the top 25 percent of their high school graduating class and average alumni giving rate.

“The U.S. News & World Report rankings are a testament to everything that makes Webster University such a great destination for students who want to achieve academic excellence,” said Webster University President Dr. Elizabeth J. Stroble. “The survey also singles out our commitment to global study and global citizenship, which is recognized throughout the United States and around the world.”

With its home campus in St. Louis, Webster University is a worldwide institution committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences that transform students for global citizenship and individual excellence. Founded in 1915, Webster offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs through five schools and colleges, and a global network of more than 100 campuses. Its 20,000-plus student population represents almost 150 nationalities.

Since opening its first campus overseas in Geneva in 1978, Webster has become a recognized leader and innovator in global education, with an international presence that now includes campuses in London; Vienna; Amsterdam and Leiden, the Netherlands; Shanghai, Shenzhen and Chengdu, China; and Bangkok and Cha-am, Thailand. Webster also has educational partnerships with universities in Mexico and Japan.

ST. LOUIS, August 17, 2009 – G.I Jobs magazine today announced the release of its 2010 list of Military Friendly Schools.  Webster University received the highest honor being named as one of the top 15 percent of all U.S. colleges, universities and trade schools which are doing the most to embrace America’s veterans as students.

“Webster University has a long-standing tradition of welcoming both active duty military and veterans to its worldwide network of campuses,” said Webster University President Elizabeth J. Stroble. “Approximately one-sixth of our 21,000 students have a military connection. Some people aren’t aware that Webster University is one of the largest provider of graduate-level military education in the United States.”

Schools on the list include state universities, private colleges, community colleges and trade schools. Webster University joins other Military Friendly Schools including American University, Arizona State University, Auburn University, Ball State University, California State University (Fresno, Monterey Bay and Long Beach campuses), City College of San Francisco, Creighton University School of Nursing, Drury University, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida State University, Illinois State University, Indiana State University, John Carroll University, Johns Hopkins University Engineering for Professionals, Kansas State University, Marquette University, Miami University, Oregon State University, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, Syracuse University, Texas A & M University, The Ohio State University, The University of Akron, The University of New Mexico, Tulsa Community College, University of Louisville, University of Notre Dame, University of Oklahoma, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University and Virginia Military Institute.

With its home campus in St. Louis, Webster University is a worldwide institution committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences that transform students for global citizenship and individual excellence. Founded in 1915, Webster offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs through five schools and colleges, and a global network of more than 100 campuses. Its 20,000-plus student population represents almost 150 nationalities. The University’s core values include excellence in teaching, joining theory and practice, small class sizes, and educating students to be lifelong independent learners, fully prepared to participate in an increasingly international society.

Since opening its first campus overseas in Geneva in 1978, Webster has become a recognized leader and innovator in global education, with an international presence that now includes campuses in London; Vienna; Amsterdam and Leiden, the Netherlands; Shanghai, Shenzhen and Chengdu, China; and Bangkok and Cha-am, Thailand. Webster also has educational partnerships with universities in Mexico and Japan.

Webster University's School of Business and Technology took front and center stage at The Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Annual Conference "Celebrating Global Diversity", June 26 - 29, 2009, in San Antonio, Texas.

It was at the conference surrounded by peers from around the world that the ACBSP announced Webster's award of initial accreditation of our business school programs.

As Webster University's School of Business and Technology's Charla Lord reports, the weekend put a spotlight on Webster for the whole world to see.

Webster University Thailand Campus

Webster University President Elizabeth (Beth) J. Stroble

Biography

Dr. Elizabeth (Beth) J. Stroble is the 11th President of Webster University. Dr. Stroble brings to this position 35 years of diverse experience as an educator and academic leader. Most recently she served as Senior Vice President and Provost and Chief Operating Officer of The University of Akron. Her higher education career has included faculty and administrative assignments at the University of Louisville and Northern Arizona University. She began her career as a teacher at Vandalia Community High School in Vandalia, Ill.

Dr. Stroble has led partnerships that engage the campus and the community. While dean of The University of Akron’s College of Education, she helped establish interdisciplinary collaborations such as the Center for Collaboration and Inquiry, the Muehlstein Academy for Mathematics and Science, and the Center for Literacy. As chair of the State University Education Deans in Ohio, she hosted the first statewide meeting for deans of education and arts and sciences.

Under her leadership, many new collaborations were launched in northeast Ohio including: the Early College High School; the BioInnovation Institute; the National Inventors Hall of Fame School’s Center for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Learning (for middle school students in grades 5 through 8); Rethinking Race: Black, White, and Beyond; the Medina County University Center; and the Confucius Institute housed on Akron’s campus.

During her tenure at The University of Akron, Dr. Stroble provided statewide leadership as a member of boards of Ohio Learning Network, OhioLINK and the Ohio Resource Center. She has served on the board for the American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education and has recently completed a term as a Commissioner of the Science and Mathematics Teacher Imperative. In St. Louis, Dr. Stroble is a member of the Executive Leadership Team for the American Heart Association’s 2010 St. Louis Campaign.

In recognition of Dr. Stroble’s exemplary leadership, she has been awarded the Northern Ohio Live’s Rainmaker Award, the Harold K. Stubbs Award for Humanitarian Service in Education, the University Park Alliance Distinguished Community Leadership Award, and the Order of the Phoenix from The University of Akron.

Dr. Stroble earned an AB in history and English from Augustana College, Rock Island, Illinois. She earned two masters of arts degrees, one in history and one in American and English literature, both from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. She received her doctorate in curriculum studies from the University of Virginia, Charlottesville.

Learn More

Dr. Stroble's First Day at Webster University (Video)

Message from Dr. Elizabeth Stroble

Dr. Elizabeth Stroble Biography

Webster University Recognized Nationally as “Military Friendly School”

ST. LOUIS, August 17, 2009 – G.I Jobs magazine today announced the release of its 2010 list of Military Friendly Schools.  Webster University received the highest honor being named as one of the top 15 percent of all U.S. colleges, universities and trade schools which are doing the most to embrace America’s veterans as students.

“Webster University has a long-standing tradition of welcoming both active duty military and veterans to its worldwide network of campuses,” said Webster University President Elizabeth J. Stroble. “Approximately one-sixth of our 21,000 students have a military connection. Some people aren’t aware that Webster University is one of the largest provider of graduate-level military education in the United States.”

Schools on the list include state universities, private colleges, community colleges and trade schools. Webster University joins other Military Friendly Schools including American University, Arizona State University, Auburn University, Ball State University, California State University (Fresno, Monterey Bay and Long Beach campuses), City College of San Francisco, Creighton University School of Nursing, Drury University, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida State University, Illinois State University, Indiana State University, John Carroll University, Johns Hopkins University Engineering for Professionals, Kansas State University, Marquette University, Miami University, Oregon State University, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, Syracuse University, Texas A & M University, The Ohio State University, The University of Akron, The University of New Mexico, Tulsa Community College, University of Louisville, University of Notre Dame, University of Oklahoma, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University and Virginia Military Institute.

With its home campus in St. Louis, Webster University is a worldwide institution committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences that transform students for global citizenship and individual excellence. Founded in 1915, Webster offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs through five schools and colleges, and a global network of more than 100 campuses. Its 20,000-plus student population represents almost 150 nationalities. The University’s core values include excellence in teaching, joining theory and practice, small class sizes, and educating students to be lifelong independent learners, fully prepared to participate in an increasingly international society.

Since opening its first campus overseas in Geneva in 1978, Webster has become a recognized leader and innovator in global education, with an international presence that now includes campuses in London; Vienna; Amsterdam and Leiden, the Netherlands; Shanghai, Shenzhen and Chengdu, China; and Bangkok and Cha-am, Thailand. Webster also has educational partnerships with universities in Mexico and Japan.