IST Alumni Achieve Success on a Professional Stage

The International School of Tourism, Suratthani Rajabhat University, proudly congratulates two alumni from the Tourism and Hospitality Management Program, student ID cohort 65, for their outstanding achievements at the Barista Mixology Competition 2026. The competition was held as part of Hotel Expo Krabi Go Green 2026 on 24 July 2026 in Krabi Province.

The competition provided participants with an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities in beverage creation, ingredient selection, barista and mixology techniques, professional presentation, and the communication of the concept and story behind each beverage.

The competition also emphasised distinctive beverage development, environmental responsibility and sustainable practices in line with the Hotel Expo Krabi Go Green 2026 concept, which aimed to advance the service industry while promoting sustainability.

From Classroom Learning to Hospitality Industry Success

The achievements of both alumni reflect their ability to apply the knowledge, practical skills and experiences gained from the Tourism and Hospitality Management Program to a professional competition.

Their performances demonstrated creativity, time management, communication skills, professional presentation and the ability to work effectively under competition requirements. These competencies are essential for careers in tourism, hospitality, hotels, food and beverage operations and service businesses.

Their success also highlights the potential of IST alumni to continue developing their professional capabilities and applying their educational experiences in real-world situations to create career opportunities and achieve sustainable professional growth.

The International School of Tourism commends both alumni for their determination, professional abilities and creativity, and wishes them continued success as they develop new ideas and advance along their professional career paths.