MFU-ASEAN Youth Ambassadors Camp 2015

Project

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1. NAME OF PROJECT: MFU-ASEAN Youth Ambassadors Camp 2015 2. ORGANIZER: Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand

3. VENUE: Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai Province, Thailand

Souphanouvong University, Luang Prabang, Lao PDR.

4. AIMS AND PURPOSES

To build knowledge and understanding of ASEAN Community, to promote

cultural awareness and understanding of the role of ASEAN Youth, preparing and fully

equipping students for ASEAN integration, helping students work to their full potential

in a multicultural environment while also encouraging international activities within

Mae Fah Luang University and providing opportunities for networking with participating

institutions.

5. Schedule of Activities: 5-10 October 2015 (6 – day camp) (Please kindly see the attached

tentative program)

6. Participants:

6.1 40 Students from Mae Fah Luang University

6.2 3 Students from Souphanouvong University

6.3 2 Students National Justice Institute of Laos

6.4 Camp Director and Staff 10 persons

Total 55 persons

7. Qualifications and Document Requirement

7.1 Qualifications:

- First, second, or third year undergraduate student

- Ability to communicate in English

- Willing to participate and contribute to the ASEAN Youth Ambassadors Camp

- Friendly personality and Leadership skills

- Enthusiasm for learning new things

- Good health

- Active interest in ASEAN

- Ability to participate in the full length of the ASEAN Youth Ambassadors Camp

- No breaches of any university discipline rules

- Special talents will be an advantage

/7.2 Document Required…

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7.2 Documents Required:

- Completed application form with attached 1-2 inch photo

- Copy of Student ID card

- Copy of University Transcript*

* Can be an unofficial transcript printed from the online registrar system

7.3 Application procedure:

- Application forms can be downloaded at www.mfu.ac.th/eng

- Applicants are required to SCAN their completed application form and required

documents, and send them to inter@mfu.ac.th OR in person at the International

Affairs Division, President of the Office Building (AD1)

- Deadline for application submission: 24 September 2015 at 15.00 hrs.

Announcement of 40 selected candidates from MFU: 28 September 2015

at www.mfu.ac.th/eng

8. Type of Activities

8.1 ASEAN Lecture and Workshops

- ASEAN Beyond 2015

- Cross-Cultural Awareness

8.2 Camp Activities

- Ice Breaking Activities

- Walk Rally Activities

- Team Building Activities

8.3 Cultural Exchange Activities

- Overview of Luang Prabang

8.4 Study Trip in Luang Prabang

8.5 Brainstorming and Group Presentation/Project Report

9. Expected Outcome

Participants will gain substantial knowledge and understanding of ASEAN and increased

awareness of their role in the ASEAN Community, in addition to invaluable direct experience

from participating in multicultural activities in a neighbouring country and opportunities

for networking with new friends from other institutions.

Programme MFU-ASEAN Youth Ambassadors Camp 2015

5-10 October 2015 Mae Fah Luang University - Souphanouvong University

Day 1 Monday 5 October 2015

08:30-09:00 Registration Venue: Chiang Sean Meeting Room, President Building (AD1) 09:00-09:45 Opening Ceremony

Report by Representative, MFU- ASEAN Youth Ambassadors 2013

Opening Address Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vanchai Sirichana President of Mae Fah Luang University

Group Photo

09:45-10:00 Break

10:00-12:00 Lecture: ASEAN Beyond 2015 by Mr. Akkharaphong Khamkhun Lecturer, Thai Studies Program, Pridi Banomyong

International College, Thammasat University

12:00-13:00 Lunch

13:00-15:00 Workshop: Cross-Cultural Awareness by Ms. Ploypaitoon Chitsomnuk Group Training Manager, Senior Department Head,

Ocean Property, Co., Ltd. Asara Villa& Suite and Ocean Marina

Yacht Club

15:00-15:15 Break

15:15-18:15 Overview of Luang Prabang by Dr. Pollawat Prapatthong Lecturer, School of Liberal Arts, Mae Fah Luang University

18:15 Transfer to Ruen Rim Nam Restaurant

Dinner at Ruen Rim Nam Restaurant

19:00 Icebreaking Activities

Reflections

20:30 Overnight Stay at Wanawes

Dress Code: Smart Casual

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Day 2 Tuesday 6 October 2015

(MFU- Houixay- Luang Prabang)

04:00 Check out

Depart for the 4th Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge

Immigration Procedure (Chiang Khong- Houixay)

Transfer to Bug port

07:00 Depart for Luang Prabang by boat

Breakfast and Lunch on board

18:00 Arrival at Luang Prabang

Transfer to Vansana Luang Prabang Hotel, Luang Prabang

Check in Vansana Luang Prabang Hotel, Luang Prabang

18:30-20:00 Dinner

20:00-20:30 Reflection

Briefing

20:30-21:30 Visit Walking street, Luang Prabang

Overnight stay at Vansana Luang Prabang Hotel, Luang Prabang

Dress Code: Smart Casual

Day 3 Wednesday 7 October 2015

(Luang Prabang)

06:00 Participate in Morning Buddhist Aims Offering Ceremony (Tak Bat)

Visit Morning market

08:00 Return to hotel

Breakfast at hotel

09:00 Transfer to Souphanouvong University

09:30 Arrival at Souphanouvong University

Visit Souphanouvong University

Briefing about Souphanouvong University by Representatives from Souphanouvong University

Campus Tour Activity

Moderator- Mr. Jakraphun Thanateeranon Vice President, Administrative Board of Association of the Ship for Southeast Asian Youth of Thailand

12:00 Lunch

13:30-17:00 Excursion

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17:00 Return to hotel

18:00 Depart for Walking street, Luang Prabang

Dinner at Walking street, Luang Prabang

21:00 Return to hotel

Overnight stay at Vansana Luang Prabang Hotel, Luang Prabang

Dress Code: Smart Casual

Day 4 Thursday 8 October 2015

(Luang Prabang)

07:00 Breakfast at hotel

08:00 Depart for the Ancient Town of Luang Prabang

08:00-12:00 Walk Rally Activity I

12:00 Lunch

13:00-16:00 Walk Rally Activity II

16:00 Return to hotel

16:00-17:00 Reflections

17:00-18:00 At Leisure

18:00 Dinner at Walking street, Luang Prabang

21:00 Return to hotel

Overnight stay at Vansana Luang Prabang Hotel, Luang Prabang

Dress Code: Smart Casual

Day 5 Friday 9 October 2015

(Luang Prabang-Pakbeng)

06:00 Check out

Transfer to bug port

07:00 Depart for Ting caves (Pak Ou Caves)

Breakfast & Lunch on board

Visit Ting caves (Pak Ou Caves)

Depart for Pakbeng

16:00 Arrival at Pakbeng

Check in at Phetsokxai Hotel, Pakbeng

18:00 Dinner at Phetsokxai Hotel, Pakbeng

19:00 Icebreaking Activities

Reflections

21:00 Overnight stay at Phetsokxai Hotel, Pakbeng

Dress Code: Smart Casual

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Day 6 Saturday 10 October 2015

(Pakbeng- Houixay-MFU)

06:30 Check out

07:00 Depart for Chiang Khong

Breakfast and Lunch on board

16:00 Arrival at Chiang Khong Immigration Procedure

16:30 Depart for Mae Fah Luang University

18:30 Arrival at Mae Fah Luang University

Dress Code: Smart Casual

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APPLICATION FORM

SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION Attach a recent photo 3 x 4 cm

Full name: [ ] Mr.

[ ] Ms.

Date of Birth:

Expiry Date:

Nationality: Religion:

Tel: Mobile Phone:

E-mail:

School (Full Name):

eg. School of Liberal Arts

Drug Allergies:

Food Allergies:

Special Dietary Requirements:

eg. Vegetarian, Halal

Emergency Contact: (Name/Relationship/Tel number)

Email:

Extracurricular Youth Activities: (List all activities in which you have participated)

Activities Venue Date/Month/Year Responsibilities

Language Skills: Indicate proficiency as Good, Fair or Poor (Please )

Language Reading Speaking Listening Writing

Good Fair Poor Good Fair Poor Good Fair Poor Good Fair Poor

English

Supporting Documents: The applicant may send portfolio and any additional supporting documents with the application. (if any) (Please ) Yes No

MFU-ASEAN Youth Ambassadors Camp 2015 5-10 October 2015

Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand Souphanouvong University, Luang Prabang, Lao PDR.

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SECTION 2: PERSONAL STATEMENT

1. What are your contributions as a young ASEAN citizen toward young ASEAN?

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I understand and accept the offer made to me to participate in the MFU- ASEAN Youth Ambassadors Camp 2015.

I hereby confirm that all answers and statements given on the application form are true and correct in every aspect.

Applicant’s Signature

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