UBU Division of International Affairs Welcomes Delegates and Students from 25 Countries for IOAA-Jr 2026

On November 1, 2026, at Ubon Ratchathani International Airport, Assistant Professor Dr. Oranuch Puangsuk, Assistant to the President for International Relations and International Education, together with staff members from the Division of International Affairs, Ubon Ratchathani University (UBU), warmly welcomed teachers and young participants from 25 countries around the world. The delegates arrived in Ubon Ratchathani to attend the 5th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics for Juniors (IOAA-jr 2026), scheduled to take place from November 1–8, 2026 at Ubon Ratchathani University and various venues across Ubon Ratchathani Province.

The competition is jointly organised by the Promotion of Academic Olympiads and Development of Science Education Foundation under the Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Galyani Vadhana, the Department of Science, Ubon Ratchathani University, and Ubon Ratchathani Province. The event aims to promote academic excellence in astronomy and astrophysics while providing an international platform for young participants to exchange knowledge, share academic experiences, and build friendships and connections with peers from different countries.

The welcoming event reflects the Division of International Affairs' role in supporting the University's international relations initiatives and promoting an international atmosphere within Ubon Ratchathani University. It also contributes to creating a positive and welcoming impression among international visitors and strengthening the University's international visibility and reputation.