SURE 2026: Inspiring Undergraduate Research and Academic Growth

On 4 September 2026, the English Program, School of Liberal Arts, Walailak University, organized SURE 2026: Symposium of Undergraduate Research in English at the Architecture and Design Laboratory Building (AD), Walailak University.
 
The symposium is a platform for undergraduate students to present their research, exchange academic perspectives, and reflect on their development as young researchers.The event commenced with an opening ceremony featuring welcoming remarks by Dr. Kamoltip Klaibanmai, Dean of the School of Liberal Arts,Walailak University, followed by an inspirational talk entitled “Being Your Own Life Coach” by Mr. Nico Shun Cheung, encouraging students to reflect on personal growth, self-direction, and the choices that shape their academic and professional journeys.A major highlight of SURE 2026 was the student research presentations.
A total of 61 presenters, supported by 10 assessors, shared their research across five parallel breakout rooms. The presentations covered a diverse range of academic interests, including language learning and strategies, linguistics, literature, translation, and other related areas. In the closing ceremony, certificates were presented to all student presenters in recognition of their dedication and achievement. Students were also invited to reflect on their research journeys, highlighting not only the academic knowledge they had gained, but also the dedication, problem-solving skills, perseverance, and ability to apply knowledge to real-world contexts developed throughout the research process.
 
Asst. Prof. Dr. Wararat Whanchit, Head of the English Program and Head of SURE 2026, then shared concluding remarks on the broader purpose of the symposium. She emphasized that SURE 2026 was designed not merely as a venue for presenting completed research, but as an opportunity to broaden students’ academic interests, encourage intellectual curiosity, and inspire them to explore new possibilities for future learning and research.