Collaboration in Academic, Research, and Health Services
Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University (KPRU) actively fosters partnerships with external organizations to strengthen academic quality, research capacity, and community health services. Through formal agreements such as Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), the university collaborates with hospitals, government agencies, and local institutions to promote joint research, academic exchange, and professional development. These collaborations aim to enhance the integration of academic knowledge with practical applications, improve access to quality health services, and drive innovation that benefits both students and the wider community. By working together, KPRU and its partners continue to advance sustainable development and local well-being through education, research, and service.
Related SDGsKPRU and Kamphaeng Phet Hospital Join Forces to Advance Academic and Health Service Excellence
Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University (KPRU) has taken another significant step toward strengthening academic excellence and community health development through a landmark partnership with Kamphaeng Phet Hospital.
On July 19, 2024, Asst. Prof. Dr. Preyanuch Prompasit, President of KPRU, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Dr. Surachai Kaewhiran, Director of Kamphaeng Phet Hospital, to foster collaboration in academic programs, research, academic services, and the professional development of nursing faculty. The signing ceremony, held at the 60th Anniversary Building of Kamphaeng Phet Hospital, was witnessed by senior representatives from both institutions, marking a new milestone in regional academic–healthcare cooperation.
The MOU aims to integrate knowledge and practice between the university and the hospital, promoting joint research, innovation, and community-focused health initiatives. The collaboration is expected to elevate the quality of nursing education and healthcare services while creating new opportunities for students, faculty, and healthcare professionals to learn, share expertise, and co-develop impactful solutions for the region’s health challenges.
“This partnership reflects KPRU’s mission to connect academic strength with community needs,” said Asst. Prof. Dr. Preyanuch Prompasit. “Together, we will enhance both education and healthcare outcomes for the people of Kamphaeng Phet.”
The agreement will span five years, focusing on sustainable development in education, research, and health service innovation.
Since launching its first nursing program in 2020 with 40 students, KPRU’s Faculty of Nursing has grown steadily and is now welcoming its fifth cohort in the 2024 academic year — a testament to the university’s expanding role in producing high-quality health professionals for the community.
Nursing News – MOU with Kamphaeng Phet Hospital
KPRU and Tak Provincial Public Health Office Forge Partnership to Advance Nursing Education and Research
Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University (KPRU) has strengthened its commitment to improving healthcare education and services in the region by signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Tak Provincial Public Health Office on September 23, 2024.
The MOU, signed by Asst. Prof. Dr. Preyanuch Prompasit, President of KPRU, and Ms. Phetcharat Kitsanayothin, Deputy Chief of the Public Health Office (Promotion and Development Division), establishes a strategic collaboration to enhance academic programs, research, faculty practice, and professional development in nursing. The signing ceremony was attended by senior officials from both institutions, including Assoc. Prof. Wisit Thanyawan and Asst. Prof. Dr. Chayada Klinchan, Vice Presidents of KPRU, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Suphapen Panawattanapisut, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing.
The partnership is designed to foster knowledge exchange, support innovation, and promote best practices in nursing, while providing students and faculty with real-world experiences that strengthen professional skills and community health outcomes. “This collaboration demonstrates KPRU’s ongoing commitment to linking academic excellence with local healthcare needs,” said Asst. Prof. Dr. Preyanuch. “Together, we will drive sustainable development in nursing education and health services in Tak Province.”
The agreement will be in effect for five years, creating a long-term framework for joint research, academic services, and continuous professional growth. This initiative reflects KPRU’s vision of producing highly skilled nursing professionals ready to meet both regional and national healthcare challenges.
Nursing news: MoU with Tak Provincial Public Health Office
