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Assumption University (Thai
มหาวิทยาลัยอัสสัมชัญ
RTGS: Mahawitthayalai Assumption, abbreviated ABAC) also referred to by its acronym AU is a private, Catholic, research higher education institution in Bangkok, Thailand. It is also the first international private, non-profit Catholic university in Thailand. Following the spirit of Rev. Fr. Emile Genest August Colombet (The founder of the third oldest school in Thailand, Assumption College), Bro. Bernard Mary, Principal of ACC, initiated a private college, so called ASB in 1969 and subsequently, the Brothers of St. Gabriel in Thailand developed and transformed the school to Assumption School of Business, the english program-intensive business school. In 1972, Rev. Bro. Prathip M. Komolmas made use of a piece of land in Hua Mak to establish Assumption Business Administration College (ABAC) accredited by the Bureau of University Affairs. Rev. Bro. Sompong Jirananda was appointed the first president in 1972; serving as the college Director (President). ABAC was granted a new status as Assumption University (AU) by the Ministry of University Affairs on May 22, 1990. The naming of Assumption, besides its religious meaning in glorification of the Mother of Christ, has yet another meaning in Thai, namely ” the Abode of Abiding Knowledge” and rightly, “Assumption University” is the Seat of Wisdom.
Assumption University originated from Assumption Commercial College in 1969 as an autonomous higher education institution under the name of Assumption School of Business (It adopted the name from the precedent school " Assumption College" given by Rev. Fr. Emile August Colombet: French missionary in Siam, 1872). Under the approval of the Ministry of Education in 1972, it was officially transformed into Assumption Business Administration College or ABAC and subsequently was accredited by the Ministry of University Affairs, Thailand. Following the school's significant expansion to offer comprehensive programs in Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral Degrees, in 1990, it was granted accordingly a new status as "Assumption University" by the Ministry of University Affairs.
Assumption University is recognized in USA and other countries to transfer credits from the Assumption University to those partner universities abroad and graduates from the University can pursue advanced degrees at any partner schools around the world. Assumption University ,besides, is listed in the handbook of universities and other institutions of the International Association of Universities in Paris, France.
The university is a non-profit institution administered by the
It is a tradition handed down for centuries that Christians venerate the Mother of Christ as "the Seat of Wisdom". (Sedes Sapientiae)
According to Christian belief, Christ is the wisdom seated on the Throne. This implies, on the one hand, that the Mother of Christ is the Dwelling Place of the Supreme Wisdom of all science. On the other hand, the university is the Alma Mater, or our Mother who is also the "Dwelling Place of Knowledge". In this context, "Assumption" which, besides its religious meaning in glorification of the Mother of Christ, has yet another meaning in Thai, namely" the Abode of Abiding Knowledge" Rightly, "Assumption University" is the Seat of Wisdom.
The statue was blessed by Michael Cardinal Michai Kitbunchu on the 8th December 2000. On this same occasion the Cardinal also blessed other university buildings. A goldsmith was commissioned to craft a crown of pure gold for the statue of the Virgin Mary. On 15th August 2001 this gold crown was blessed by His Grace Bishop Lawrence Thienchai Samanchit. According to the Catholic Church calendar, the 15th of August is marked for the Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. As the university bears the name of this august phenomenon, it is but proper that it should be celebrated with great devotion every year. To solemnize the occasion, in 2001, the President of the University has created a special ceremony to crown the statue on the eve of the Feast of the Assumption and to honour the Virgin Mary as Mother and Queen of the university.
Jennifer Harhigh
Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Mission to the UN Agencies in Rome
Assumption University Website
{{authority control Universities and colleges in Bangkok Private universities and colleges in Thailand Catholic universities and colleges Brothers of Christian Instruction of St Gabriel Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia Educational institutions established in 1969 1969 establishments in Thailand
มหาวิทยาลัยอัสสัมชัญ
RTGS: Mahawitthayalai Assumption, abbreviated ABAC) also referred to by its acronym AU is a private, Catholic, research higher education institution in Bangkok, Thailand. It is also the first international private, non-profit Catholic university in Thailand. Following the spirit of Rev. Fr. Emile Genest August Colombet (The founder of the third oldest school in Thailand, Assumption College), Bro. Bernard Mary, Principal of ACC, initiated a private college, so called ASB in 1969 and subsequently, the Brothers of St. Gabriel in Thailand developed and transformed the school to Assumption School of Business, the english program-intensive business school. In 1972, Rev. Bro. Prathip M. Komolmas made use of a piece of land in Hua Mak to establish Assumption Business Administration College (ABAC) accredited by the Bureau of University Affairs. Rev. Bro. Sompong Jirananda was appointed the first president in 1972; serving as the college Director (President). ABAC was granted a new status as Assumption University (AU) by the Ministry of University Affairs on May 22, 1990. The naming of Assumption, besides its religious meaning in glorification of the Mother of Christ, has yet another meaning in Thai, namely ” the Abode of Abiding Knowledge” and rightly, “Assumption University” is the Seat of Wisdom.
History
Assumption University originated from Assumption Commercial College in 1969 as an autonomous higher education institution under the name of Assumption School of Business (It adopted the name from the precedent school " Assumption College" given by Rev. Fr. Emile August Colombet: French missionary in Siam, 1872). Under the approval of the Ministry of Education in 1972, it was officially transformed into Assumption Business Administration College or ABAC and subsequently was accredited by the Ministry of University Affairs, Thailand. Following the school's significant expansion to offer comprehensive programs in Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral Degrees, in 1990, it was granted accordingly a new status as "Assumption University" by the Ministry of University Affairs.
Assumption University is recognized in USA and other countries to transfer credits from the Assumption University to those partner universities abroad and graduates from the University can pursue advanced degrees at any partner schools around the world. Assumption University ,besides, is listed in the handbook of universities and other institutions of the International Association of Universities in Paris, France.
The university is a non-profit institution administered by the Brothers of St. Gabriel
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, a worldwide Catholic religious order, founded in France in 1705 by St. Louis Marie De Montfort, devoted to education and philanthropic activities. The congregation has been cooperating with several educational institutions and government agencies in Thailand since 1901. Today, the university is an international community of scholars, enlivened by Christian inspiration with more than 50 years of educational commitment. The school takes pride in offering high quality of Thailand's first English higher education programs in business administration, law, science & technology and engineering equipped with competent and devoted lecturers, engaged in the pursuit of truth and knowledge, serving the global society, especially through the creative use of interdisciplinary approaches and advanced learning technology.
Locations
* Suvarnabhumi Campus * Huamak Campus * City CampusSedes Sapientiae: The Seat of Wisdom
It is a tradition handed down for centuries that Christians venerate the Mother of Christ as "the Seat of Wisdom". (Sedes Sapientiae)
According to Christian belief, Christ is the wisdom seated on the Throne. This implies, on the one hand, that the Mother of Christ is the Dwelling Place of the Supreme Wisdom of all science. On the other hand, the university is the Alma Mater, or our Mother who is also the "Dwelling Place of Knowledge". In this context, "Assumption" which, besides its religious meaning in glorification of the Mother of Christ, has yet another meaning in Thai, namely" the Abode of Abiding Knowledge" Rightly, "Assumption University" is the Seat of Wisdom.
The statue was blessed by Michael Cardinal Michai Kitbunchu on the 8th December 2000. On this same occasion the Cardinal also blessed other university buildings. A goldsmith was commissioned to craft a crown of pure gold for the statue of the Virgin Mary. On 15th August 2001 this gold crown was blessed by His Grace Bishop Lawrence Thienchai Samanchit. According to the Catholic Church calendar, the 15th of August is marked for the Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. As the university bears the name of this august phenomenon, it is but proper that it should be celebrated with great devotion every year. To solemnize the occasion, in 2001, the President of the University has created a special ceremony to crown the statue on the eve of the Feast of the Assumption and to honour the Virgin Mary as Mother and Queen of the university.
Accreditation
The University is accredited by OHEC (Office of Higher Education Commission), Thailand and ONESQA (Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment). The University is also recognized by: * The ASEAN Universities Network (AUN) * The Association of Southeast Asian Institution of Higher Learning (ASAIHL) * The Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA) * The Association of Southeast Asian Institution of Higher Learning (ASAIHL) * The International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU) * The U.S. Veterans Administration, Washington D.C. * The United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI)Academic programs (2018)
Institutions and research centers
* ''ABAC Consumer Index'' * ''ABAC Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise (ICE Center)'' * ''ABAC Business Legal and Advisory Center'' * ''ABAC SIMBA (ABAC Social Innovation in Management and Business Analysis)'' * ''Confucius Institute'' * ''ODI (Organization Development Institute)'' * ''PAN AM International Flight Academy'' * ''Tsinghua – ABAC AEC Research Institute'' * ''Institute for Research and Academic Services (IRAS)''Notable alumni
* Her Majesty, Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana, the Queen of Thailand * Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Education * Sukumol Kunplome, Former Minister of CultureJennifer Harhigh
Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Mission to the UN Agencies in Rome
References
External links
Assumption University Website
{{authority control Universities and colleges in Bangkok Private universities and colleges in Thailand Catholic universities and colleges Brothers of Christian Instruction of St Gabriel Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia Educational institutions established in 1969 1969 establishments in Thailand