Seminar Project

Project Title:        Across the Universe: Cross Cultural Marriages

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Organizer:           Rangsit University International College (RIC)

Co-organizers:     International Business Department and Student Activity Affairs

Rationale and Background:

Rangsit University International College (RIC) provides four majors including International Business, International Relations and Development, Communication Arts and Information and Communication Technology. There are approximately 400 students studying in RIC consisting of over 20 different nationalities.

RIC’s goal is to provide an international standard of education, promote diversity and importantly portray the beautiful and rich culture of Thailand. Thus, one of our missions is to enhance the student’s experience through cross cultural activities and exchanges both inside and outside the classroom setting.

Thailand has become a very popular destination among foreigners both as travelers and exchange students. Many foreigners are interested in Thai culture and get involved in cross cultural relationships, and many times these relationships result in marriage. These marriages can be very joyous, but other times can lead to arguments and relationship quarrels. Expectations for both partners can be very different, and these differences in cultural expectations can cause problems. Some examples of spousal troubles can occur through differences in language, values, beliefs and traditions.

The International College acknowledges the current trends between cross cultural marriages and would like to conduct a seminar targeted for RSU students and the surrounding community. The seminar serves to offer a greater awareness between cross cultural marriages through understanding and acceptance of other cultures. Awareness of spousal basic rights will also be addressed for those living with their partner in a foreign country.

Objectives:

1.      To celebrate Rangsit University’s 26^th anniversary.

2.      To enhance student’s experience and knowledge in cross-cultural exchange.

3.      To promote international activity to achieve the RSU’s goal of internationalization.

Target group:      RSU students and faculty members and the public (around 200 people)

Date:                   Tuesday 5 April, 2011           

Time:                   11.00 – 16.30 hrs.

Venue:                 Auditorium and Main Hall, Bldg. 11

Operating Procedure:  

1.      Invite guest speaker

2.      Seminar in the Auditorium

Expectation:

1.      Students and the public have experiences in cross-cultural exchange.

2.      RSU members are aware of Internationalization.

Seminar on

Across the Universe: Cross Cultural Marriages

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Organized by

Rangsit University International College

Tuesday 5 April, 2011, 11.00 – 16.30 hrs.

Auditorium, Building 11 (Rattanakunakorn)

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11.00                     Pay Respect to the Elderly (¾Ô¸Õô¹éÓ´ÓËÑÇ)

12.30                     Registration

13.00                     Report by Dr. Nuananong Panmanee, Dean of International College

13.10                     Opening speech by Dr. Arthi Ourairat, President of Rangsit University

13.30                     Thai Wedding Simulation

• Khan Mak Parade (¾Ô¸ÕáËè¢Ñ¹ËÁÒ¡)
• Golden Gate Blocking the Door Money (¾Ô¸Õ¡Ñé¹»ÃеÙà§Ô¹»Ãеٷͧ)
• Rite Water Blessing Ceremony (¾Ô¸Õô¹éÓÊѧ¢ì)

14.00                     Panelist

• Mr. Prasittiporn Wetprasith (in the process of contacting)
• Director of the Protection of Thai Nationals Abroad Division, Department of Consular Affairs
• ¤Ø³¡¹¡¹¡Ãѵ¹ì ¹ÔèÁÊÁØ·Ã (in the process of contacting)

15.30                     Audience Question and Answer