King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) is committed to recording, preserving, and promoting intangible cultural heritage, including local folklore, traditional practices, language, and community knowledge. The university undertakes projects to document and maintain cultural heritage, ensuring that traditions—both local and of displaced or minority communities—are passed on to future generations. KMUTNB encourages participation from staff, students, and the wider community to foster cultural awareness, continuity, and appreciation.
For example:
- Cultural Preservation Initiatives by ICIT: Projects at KMUTNB have focused on documenting local cultural practices, ensuring that knowledge and traditions are systematically recorded and preserved.
Source: ICIT – Cultural Preservation

- Thai Tradition Activity – Songkran Celebration: On April 9, 2024, the Faculty of Applied Arts held a traditional Songkran event, including water blessing of Buddha images and paying respect to elders. The event promoted the preservation of Thai cultural traditions among university members.
Source: Songkran Celebration Activity

- Merit-Making Ceremony – Faculty Anniversary: On June 12, 2024, the Faculty of Applied Arts organized a merit-making event to celebrate its 22nd anniversary. A total of 87 staff participated, exceeding the target of 70 (124.29%), fostering unity and continuing cherished traditions within the university community.
Source: Faculty Merit-Making Ceremony

