A remarkable achievement has been attained by a lecturer from the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSA) Program at Thai-Nichi International College. Aj. Aulia Akhrian Syahidi was awarded the Best Presenter Award in Session 3 (onsite session) under the theme Intelligent Agents and AI-Powered Personalized Support at the prestigious 14th IEEE International Conference on Information and Education Technology (ICIET) 2026. The conference was held from April 17–19, 2026, at the Koriyama City Chuo Community Learning Center, located in Koriyama, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. The event was organized by Nihon University, Japan, in collaboration with IEEE, and brought together more than 200 researchers from around the world. During the conference, Aj. Aulia Akhrian Syahidi presented two research papers addressing cutting-edge applications of artificial intelligence in education 1. Stress-Aware Feedback Generation with LLMs: Evaluating Linguistic and Affective Alignment from a Simulated Dataset of Student Stress Responses 2. Personalized Learning Activity Recommendations Through Learning Analytics and GPT-4 A Study on Assignment Log Data from Google Classroom” These studies focus on developing AI-based systems to enhance adaptive and personalized learning experiences, particularly through the use of Large Language Models (LLMs) and learning analytics. The Best Presenter Award recognizes excellence in presentation quality, scientific contribution, and the relevance of the research to current advancements in AI-driven educational technology. Both papers will be published in the IEEE Xplore Digital Library and indexed in Scopus, contributing to broader dissemination within the global academic community. This achievement further strengthens the international presence of the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Program at Thai-Nichi International College, particularly in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Learning Analytics, and Educational Technology research.

The Thai-Nichi Institute of Technology (TNI) is proud to announce the official signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with FOURDIGIT Inc., a leading design and digital transformation agency from Japan. The ceremony, held on March 27, 2026, marks a significant milestone in bridging the gap between academic theory and industry-ready skills.

The signing was led by Associate Professor Rungsun Lertnaisat, President of TNI, alongside Assistant Professor Dr. Thitiporn Lertrusdachakul, Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology. Representing FOURDIGIT Inc. was Mr. Taguchi Ryo, Chief Executive Officer, together with their senior executive team.

Key Objectives of the Collaboration:

• Knowledge & Technology Exchange: Sharing expertise in UX/UI design, digital innovation, and emerging technologies.

• Experiential Learning: Providing students with internship opportunities and hands-on experience through real-world projects.

• Workforce Readiness: Developing specialized training programs to meet the growing demands of the global IT industry.

• Strategic Synergy: Leveraging resources from both institutions to foster concrete research and development initiatives.

By integrating FOURDIGIT’s professional excellence with TNI’s academic rigor, this partnership ensures that our graduates are equipped with the digital competencies necessary to thrive in an evolving technological landscape.

Thai-Nichi Institute of Technology (TNI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Vernier Thai Co., Ltd. to strengthen academic–industry collaboration and expand real-world learning opportunities for students.

The agreement was led by Associate Professor Rungsun Lertnaisat, President of TNI, together with Assistant Professor Vithinut Phakphonhamin, Dean of the Faculty of Digital Technology for Industrial Business, while Mr. Narongsak Nantakasikorn, Managing Director of Vernier Thai Co., Ltd., represented the company alongside its executive team.

This partnership will open opportunities for cooperative education, internships, academic seminars, research collaboration, and knowledge exchange, helping students develop industry-ready skills for the future workforce.

Thai-Nichi Institute of Technology (TNI) has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hop Inn Hotel Public Company Limited, marking an important step in strengthening collaboration between academia and the hospitality industry.

The agreement was led by Associate Professor Rungsun Lertnaisat, President of TNI, together with Assistant Professor Dr. Thitiporn Lertaratdechakul, Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology, while Ms. Orawuma Sawangjaeng, Vice President – Hotel Operations, represented Hop Inn Hotel alongside the company’s executive team.

This collaboration aims to enhance student learning through industry engagement, knowledge exchange, and practical training opportunities, helping students develop skills that align with the evolving needs of the professional world.

Through partnerships like this, TNI continues to expand opportunities for students to connect academic knowledge with real industry experience.