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Faculty & Staff
PGS Lecturer Who Inspire and Lead
In Thai culture, faculty members are respectfully addressed as “Ajarn”, a term derived from Sanskrit meaning “teacher” or “one who imparts knowledge.” This reflects the high regard given to educators in Thai society.
At the same time, it is also a cultural norm in Thailand to address people by their first names, rather than by their last names in everyday interaction. At PGS, this is reflected in an open and approachable academic environment where students often address lecturers by their first names, or combine “Ajarn” with nicknames, maintaining both respect and familiarity.
This balance creates a supportive and engaging learning atmosphere, where lecturers are not only educators but also mentors who inspire, guide, and lead students throughout their academic journey. Accordingly, the names of the following individuals are arranged in alphabetical order by their first names, in line with this cultural practice.
Faculty members

Ake Tangsupvattana
Professor
Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Essex
M.A. in Political Theory, University of Essex
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Chaiyan Chaiyaporn
Professor
Ph.D. in Political Philosophy, London School of Economics and Political Science
M.A. in Political Science, University of Wisconsin (Madison)
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Puangthong Pawakapan
Professor
Ph.D. in History, University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Political Science, Thammasat University

Pungpond Rukumnuaykit
Professor
Ph.D. in Economics, Michigan State University
M.A. in Economics, University of Michigan (Ann Arbor)
B.S. in Finance, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
B.A. in Economics, University of Pennsylvania

Siripan Nogsuan Sawasdee
Professor
Ph.D. in Area Studies, Kyoto University
M.A. in Political Science, Johns Hopkins University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Soravis Jayanama
Professor
M.Sc. in Theory and History of International Relations, London School of Economics and Political Science
B.A. in International Affairs, University of Paris

Supachai Yavaprapas
Professor Emeritus
Ph.D. in Public Administration and Public Affairs, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
M.P.A., Syracuse University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Surachat Bamrungsuk
Professor Emeritus
Ph.D. in Political Science, Columbia University
M.A. in Political Science, Cornell University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Thitinan Pongsudhirak
Professor
Ph.D. in International Relations, London School of Economics and Political Science
M.A. in International Economics and International Relations, Johns Hopkins University
B.A. in Political Science, University of California (Santa Barbara)

Carl Middleton
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Environmental Chemistry, University of Manchester
B.Eng. in Civil Engineering, University of Manchester

Chulanee Thianthai
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Cultural Anthropology, University of Oregon
M.A. in Applied Anthropology, Oregon State University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Jakkrit Sangkhamanee
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Anthropology, Australian National University
M.A. in Development Studies, Chiang Mai University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Jutharat Ua-amnoey
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies, Thammasat University
M.Sc. in Criminology and Justice, Mahidol University
B.Ed. in Social Psychology, Chulalongkorn University

Kanokrat Lertchoosakul
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Government, London School of Economics and Political Science
M.A. in Development Studies, University of Leeds
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Kasira Cheeppensook
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in International Relations, London School of Economics and Political Science
M.Phil. in International Relations, University of Cambridge
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Keokam Kraisoraphong
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Resource Management and Environmental Studies, University of British Columbia
M.Sc. in Japanese Business Studies, Japanese-America Institute of Management
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Naruemon Thabchumpon
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Politics, University of Leeds
M.A. in Democratic Studies, University of Leeds
M.A. in Government, Chulalongkorn University
Bachelor of Political Science, Thammasat University

Natthanan Kunnamas
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Politics and International Studies, University of Leeds
M.A. in European Politics, University of Leeds
M.A. in Policy Analysis, National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies
Bachelor of Political Science, Thammasat University

Pandit Chanrochanakit
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Hawaii (Manoa)
M.A. in Political Science, Thammasat University
B.A. in Economics, Thammasat University

Pavika Sriratanaban
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Warwick
M.Sc. in Sociology, London School of Economics and Political Science
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Pitch Pongsawat
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in City and Regional Planning, University of California (Berkeley)
M.Phil. in Land Economy, University of Cambridge
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Pisanu Sangiampongsa
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Public Policy Analysis and Administration, Saint Louis University
M.P.A. in Public Policy and Management, Ohio State University
B.A. in International Studies, American University

Prakorn Siriprakob
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Public Administration, Arizona State University
M.P.A., Arizona State University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Prapart Pintobtang
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University
M.A. in Government, Chulalongkorn University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Sirima Thongsawang
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Southeast Asian Studies, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
M.Sc. in Social Science Research Methods, University of Bristol
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Siripong Palakawong-na-ayudhya
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Demography, Chulalongkorn University
M.Sc. in Sociology and Anthropology, Chulalongkorn University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Sumonthip Chitsawang
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Criminology and Justice Administration, Mahidol University
M.A. in Justice Policy and Administration, Thammasat University
Master of Labor and Welfare Development, Thammasat University
B.B.A. in Marketing, Thammasat University

Supamit Pitipat
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University
M.A. in International Affairs, American University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Surat Horachaikul
Associate Professor
M.A. in Politics and Contemporary History, London Guildhall University
M.Sc. in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, London School of Economics and Political Science
B.A. in Humanities, Payap University

Thanapan Laiprakobsup
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Houston
M.A. in Social Science, University of Chicago
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Unisa Lerdtomornsakul
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Sam Houston State University
M.S. in Criminal Justice, Michigan State University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Viengrat Nethipo
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Area Studies, Kyoto University
LL.M. in Political Science, Kyoto University
Master of Political Science in Government, Thammasat University
B.A. in Political Science and Public Administration, Kasetsart University

Weerasak Krueathep
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Public Administration, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Master of Public Policy, National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies
M.P.A., Chulalongkorn University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University


Bhanubhatra Jittiang
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Wisconsin (Madison)
M.A. in International Development Studies, George Washington University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Chadin Rojananon
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Economics, University of Kansas
M.A. in Economics, Western Illinois University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Chayanut Chaturachinda
Assistant Professor
M.A. in Development Policy and Public Administration, University of Wisconsin (Madison)
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Jiraporn Laocharoenwong
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of Amsterdam
M.Sc. in Sociology, London School of Economics and Political Science
M.A. in Development Studies, International Institute of Social Studies
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Kalaya Chareonying
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Politics, The New School for Social Research
M.Phil. in Politics, The New School for Social Research
M.A. in International Economics and Finance, Chulalongkorn University
M.A. in Comparative and Regional Studies, American University
B.A. in Economics and International Studies, Northwestern University

Keerati Chenpitayaton
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Sociology and Historical Studies, The New School for Social Research
M.Phil. in Sociology, The New School for Social Research
M.A. in Sociology, The New School for Social Research
B.A. in Communication Arts, Chulalongkorn University

Khemthong Tonsakulrungruang
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Law, University of Bristol
LL.M., Yale University
LL.B., Chulalongkorn University

Khorapin Phuaphansawat
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Massachusetts (Amherst)
M.A. in Human Security, University of Tokyo
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Kunphatu Sakwit
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Kent
M.Sc. in Social and Cultural Theory, University of Bristol
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Panaros Malakul-na-ayutthaya
Assistant Professor
M.P.A., Western Michigan University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Pawin Siriprapanukul
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Economics, Australian National University
M.A. in Economics, Thammasat University
B.A. in Economics, Thammasat University

Pimsiri Aroonsri
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Human Resource Development, University of Minnesota (Twin Cities)
M.S. in Instructional Design, Development and Evaluation, Syracuse University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Pongphisoot Busbarat
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Political Science and International Relations, Australian National University
M.Phil. in Development Studies, University of Cambridge
M.A. in International Affairs, Columbia University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Pranee Thiparat
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Politics, Princeton University
M.A. in International Relations and Strategic Studies, Australian National University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Suthamma Paripontueasakul
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Development Administration, National Institute of Development Administration
M.B.A. in Management and Administrative Studies, Indiana University
B.B.A. in Finance and Banking, Chulalongkorn University

Teewin Suputtikun
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in International Studies, Waseda University
M.A. in International Relations, Hitotsubashi University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Thitiya Petmunee
Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Criminology and Justice Administration, Mahidol University
Master of Social Work, Thammasat University
LL.B., Thammasat University

Chaturawit Thongmuang
Lecturer
Ph.D. in Sociology, University of London
M.A. in Digital Sociology, University of London
M.A. in Anthropology, Chulalongkorn University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Hassachai Mangkang
Lecturer
Ph.D. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University
M.A. in International Relations, Chulalongkorn University
B.A. in Thai, Ramkhamhaeng University
B.A. in Philosophy, Ramkhamhaeng University
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, U.S. Naval Academy

Khathaleeya Liamdee
Lecturer
Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of Washington
M.A. in Anthropology, University of Washington
M.A. in International Studies, University of Washington
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Sorasich Swangsilp
Lecturer
Ph.D. in Southeast Asian Studies, National University of Singapore
M.A. in International Cooperation and Development, Sciences Po Bordeaux and Montesquieu University, France
M.A. in Governance and European Administration, Sciences Po Grenoble and Pierre Mendès France University, France
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Stithorn Thananithichot
Lecturer
Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Utah
Master of Political Science in Government, Thammasat University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Tawan Manakun
Lecturer
Ph.D. in Politics, University of Manchester
M.Sc. in Political Theory, London School of Economics and Political Science
Bachelor of Political Science, Thammasat University

Thanida Boonwanno
Lecturer
Doctorat in Anthropology, Aix-Marseille Université
Master 2 Recherche in Anthropology, Université de Provence
M.A. in Southeast Asian Studies, Chulalongkorn University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Vasa Buraphadeja
Lecturer
Ph.D. in Educational Technology, University of Florida
M.S. in Computer Information System, Assumption University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Waewpailin Phanphakdi
Lecturer
Ph.D. in International Studies, Waseda University
M.Sc. in Management, University College London
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Wimonmat Srichamroen
Lecturer
Ph.D. in Public Policy, Victoria University of Wellington
M.S.W. in Social Policy and Social and Economic Development, Washington University (St. Louis)
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Wisanupong Potipiroon
Lecturer
Ph.D. in Public Administration and Policy, University at Albany, State University of New York
M.I.L.R. in Human Resources Management and Organizations, Cornell University
B.A. in Political Science, Chulalongkorn University
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