On May 26, 2025, the Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, under Nakhon Phanom University, held the Annual Meeting of the Elderly Health Promotion Club for the year 2025.
Dr. Supranee Suttikan, Dean of the Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, delegated Mrs. Praphatporn Chaliewan, Chairperson of the Elderly Club of the College, to preside over the meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to drive forward and consider approaches for organizing activities aimed at improving the quality of life for the elderly in the local area. Additionally, the meeting appointed a new executive committee to effectively continue the club’s mission.
The meeting was attended by elderly committee members from local communities, as well as faculty members, staff, and related personnel. The atmosphere was warm, friendly, and filled with constructive exchanges of ideas. The meeting was held at the Srikhotraburi Room, 9th Floor, Chalerm Phra Kiat Building (Commemorating the King’s 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary), Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom.
One of the key agenda items was naming the Elderly Health Promotion Club. The meeting unanimously agreed on the name “Kankrao Sang Suk” (meaning “Kankrao Tree Cultivates Happiness”). The name was inspired by the “Kankrao Tree,” which is the symbolic tree of both Nakhon Phanom University and Nakhon Phanom Province. It represents strength, stability, and sustainable growth. The chosen name reflects the club’s intention to promote health, enhance happiness, and improve the quality of life for elderly community members in a meaningful and valuable way.
Other important agenda items discussed included:
Issuing an official appointment order for the 2025 club executive committee
Designing a logo for the club
Drafting the club’s rules and regulations
Developing publicity strategies and plans for recruiting new members
Creating the club’s annual activity and operational plan for 2025 and the fiscal year 2026
Developing the club’s webpage to serve as a communication and engagement platform for members and the community.
Furthermore, faculty members and staff from the Academic Services and Social Engagement Division, led by Ajarn Phayom Sinthusiri, appointed Ajarn Dachanee Suwannakom, Ajarn Sukmaporn Phuengphasuk, and Ms. Kannika Nontawongsri to participate in the meeting and provide suggestions and support for the club’s operations.
This meeting highlighted the significant role of Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, in advancing its academic service mission with strong community participation, promoting health education, and supporting the overall well-being of the elderly—physically, mentally, and socially.
The college remains committed to building collaborative networks with local partners to promote the health and well-being of people of all ages and to effectively prepare for an aging society in the future.
