Bangkok:Dhurakij Pundit University (DPU) recently held its DPU Open House 2026 under the theme 'DPU Potential Kingdom - The Magic Within' from November 5-7, 2026. The event aimed to provide students with experiential learning opportunities, enabling them to discover their potential through hands-on activities across different faculties and majors. It also assisted students in identifying suitable educational and career paths to adapt to the ever-evolving job market.
According to Thai News Agency, the Open House 2026 event was spearheaded by DPU's President Dr. Darika Latthapipat. The university shifted its focus from merely showcasing faculties and courses to emphasizing student self-discovery. This approach was intended to help students avoid issues like changing faculties or dropping out due to a misalignment of interests and abilities. The event's concept, "The Magic Within," was designed so that students could explore their identities and experiment with learning experiences.
Mr. Teerapong Sikharetsakul, Marketing Director of DPU, highlighted that activities during the event were crafted to allow participants to discover their aptitudes through tools like career cards and psychological assessments for career guidance. One notable activity, "Postcard to Future," enabled students to write postcards to themselves, which DPU will send four months later, allowing them to reflect on their goals and intentions.
The event covered a broad range of interests and career paths, including Innovation, Global, Social, Wellness, and Creative sectors. It offered students the opportunity to engage with professors, senior students, and business representatives. The Open House targeted high school seniors and vocational students, along with providing valuable insights for parents and guidance counselors. This year, nearly 10,000 individuals registered, marking a substantial increase from the previous year and demonstrating a growing interest in planning for future educational and career paths.
Ms. Pimkanya Wittaya, Head of Guidance at Benjamarachanuson School, shared that the school has been participating in the DPU Open House for several years. This year, around 300 students attended and gained valuable hands-on experience, which helped them understand university-level curriculums better. The event also received positive feedback from students, sparking interest in involving younger students in future events.
Kittiphon Suyangkul, a 10th-grade student from Yothinburana School, expressed his enthusiasm after attending a computer game development workshop at the event. Under the guidance of DPU instructors, he learned about coding and game testing, which clarified his interest in pursuing a career in game development.
DPU has scheduled another Open House event for April 2027, accompanied by educational guidance activities across various schools in Bangkok and other provinces. Interested individuals can find more information on DPU's website and social media channels.
Source Thai News Agency