The International Affairs Division, Research and Internationalization, organized the 2025 Student Exchange Program between Kasetsart University (KU) and Southwest Forestry University (SWFU) China from March 19–28, 2025 (a total of 10 days and 9 nights). The program aimed to provide KU students with the opportunity to explore diverse societies and cultures, gain new knowledge through international experiences, and further strengthen the longstanding partnership between KU and its international counterpart institutions.

The KU delegation consisted of two International Affairs Division staff members—Ms. Anthika Thamnium, Foreign Relations Officer, Professional Level, and Ms. Methawee Sarnkong, Foreign Relations Officer, Operational Level—who accompanied 19 students from 4 KU campuses, representing 11 faculties. (List of participants available at: https://iad.intaff.ku.ac.th/portal/iad/announce_view.php?ku_url=MTc=) Throughout the program, students engaged in learning activities related to forestry, science, geography, and Yunnan culture through lectures and hands-on cultural workshops conducted by knowledgeable lecturers.

Highlighted lecture topics included: “Biodiversity Conservation in the Lancang-Greater Mekong River Basin,” “A Report on Conservation Biodiversity of Orchidaceae in China,” and “Featured Ethnic Cultures in Yunnan.” Cultural activities included Chinese calligraphy, traditional Chinese knotting, paper cutting, Wushu, and dragon and lion dance. The students also had the opportunity to explore SWFU's campus, as well as gain insights into the history, traditions, and daily life in Kunming, with support from SWFU student volunteers.

During the opening ceremony, the KU delegation was warmly welcomed by Prof. DING Renzhan, Vice President of Southwest Forestry University, and Prof. HE Xinyuan, Dean of the College of Foreign Languages (International School). At the closing ceremony, Prof. HE Xinyuan extended his best wishes to the KU participants for a safe journey back to Thailand.