Thammasat Partners ThaiHealth

Thammasat University, in collaboration with the Office 8 (Happy 8 Workplace) of the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth), held the “Summary of Lessons Learned and Success of the Future Wellness University Project”, Future Wellness University: Closing Press Conference on September 5, 2025, at Thammasat University, Rangsit Center.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pharuhat Tor-Udom, Vice Rector for Administration (Health Sciences), Thammasat University, and Chairman of the Project's Executive Committee, stated that the project's success stems from two years of systematic collaboration. Activities like the "TU Future Wellness Fit Journey" program increased exercise frequency for 120 participants and improved sleep. The "Mental Health Check-up Day" event reached over 620 individuals, providing timely referrals for severe mental health issues. Thammasat Hackathon: Future Wellness event also enables students to develop innovations in health and wellness which promotes mental health. There is also a campaign reducing traffic accidents in the area, which has been found to decrease by up to 55% per month. Additionally, there is a campaign to make the university smoke-free and free from electronic cigarettes. He also announced the TU Future Wellness Application's success. With over 6,000 users, it's a key platform for health data and services, including mental health referrals (1,200+). The app offers holistic health assessments, covering mental health, addiction, happiness, and 10+ well-being dimensions, providing self-assessment and personalized recommendations.

Mr. Phongsak Thongrattana, Director of the Office 8 (Happy 8 Workplace) of ThaiHealth, stated that the project aligns with ThaiHealth's mission to promote sustainable well-being, especially for youth. ThaiHealth provided comprehensive support, and the project's success demonstrates effective collaboration among stakeholders. The initiative has translated well-being concepts into practice, promoting behavioral and health changes that reduce risks and foster health discipline. The project establishes a system and policy for a "University of Future Wellness," using the TU Future Wellness app to align with university and international policies like SDG 3 and AUN-HPN. This collaboration helps Thammasat University become a model "University of Future Wellness" nationally and internationally, according to Mr. Phongsak.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Thanyaporn Soontornthum, Director of the Thammasat Institute of Area Studies and Project Leader, announced that the Future Well-Being University project, which enhances student quality of life and promotes a well-being university for staff, will continue into its next phase to ensure uninterrupted care for the Thammasat community. The project aims to expand its reach to include personnel nearing retirement and vulnerable students. Key activities like Mental Health Check-up Day and TU Future Wellness Fit Journey will persist. Dr. Thanyaporn also advocated for a central budget to support individuals in promoting well-being within their organizations.

There is an exhibition titled “Wellness Journey,” which conveys the story of the project's journey and the inspiration behind creating a space for the well-being of students and staff. It showcases actual activities and operations, as well as the use of technology to promote wellness, leading to systemic outcomes that have brought about changes in policy, the enhancement of healthcare, and the establishment of a sustainable wellness culture within the university's learning environment.