IST Aviation Business Students Win Second Runner-Up Award for Social Engineering Innovation Model
From field-based learning to community innovation, another achievement by students of the International School of Tourism, Suratthani Rajabhat University.
On 1 September 2026, students from the Aviation Business Program, International School of Tourism (IST), Suratthani Rajabhat University, participated in the presentation of community innovation models developed through the Social Engineering Process at the Auditorium, Deepang Korn Rasmijoti Building, Suratthani Rajabhat University.
The students presented the “Khlong Yan Community Tourism Map”, an innovation developed as part of the community-based tourism network and tourism route development initiative using the Social Engineering Process. The project transformed field-based information into an integrated tool for organizing and connecting the community's tourism resources.
The development process involved collaboration among students, community members and partner networks, beginning with field surveys, identifying community assets, analysing tourism potential, connecting resources, designing tourism routes, testing the Tourism Map and improving the innovation before transferring it for practical community use.
The Tourism Map brings together key tourism resources of Khlong Yan, including natural attractions and viewpoints, adventure activities, accommodation and camping, local lifestyles and wisdom, OTOP products, food, services and important locations. It enables previously scattered tourism information to be presented in a clear and accessible overview of the community.
Aviation Business Student Representatives
- Ms. Pittraporn Piromboon
- Ms. Kanyarat Khansong
- Mr. Kolayut Hempitak
This achievement reflects the students' development as thinkers, communicators, coordinators and innovators. Through real-world learning, students applied classroom knowledge, analytical thinking and collaborative skills to create an innovation that responds to actual community needs.
The International School of Tourism continues to promote experiential learning that enables students to develop academic knowledge alongside practical skills, creativity, teamwork and an understanding of local contexts, preparing graduates to use knowledge and innovation as a driving force for sustainable community development.
SDG Report & Relevant Goals
This activity contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
| SDG Goal | Target Description | Connection to the Activity |
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Goal 4: Quality Education | Promotes experiential learning and develops analytical thinking, communication, teamwork, problem-solving and innovation skills through real-world community engagement. |
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Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | Supports sustainable tourism by connecting local attractions, lifestyles, wisdom, food and community products, contributing to local economic opportunities and income distribution. |
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Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Helps enhance the visibility and value of Khlong Yan's natural resources, local lifestyles, wisdom and identity, while supporting sustainable community-based tourism. |
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Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals | Strengthens collaboration among students, the university, communities and partner networks throughout the data collection, innovation design, testing and community implementation processes. |
