Bachelor’s in Korean and English

Pannada is Tiyara’s first scholarship recipient in Northern Thailand. She is from the Akha Tribal group and she loves learning languages. Pannada is pursuing a Bachelor’s in Korean and aspires for a career in the foreign service, the corporate or tourist industries.

Bachelor’s in Nursing

Inspired by her mother’s example as a volunteer nurse, Payuda is passionate about pursuing nursing to serve those without access to healthcare. Despite growing up in a children’s home and facing financial hardship, she graduated from high school and completed a reserve officer training course. Her parents are unemployed, and she helps care for her younger siblings. Motivated, service-oriented, and musically talented, she seeks scholarship support to fulfill her dream of becoming a nurse or midwife for underserved communities.

Bachelor’s in Economics

Chompu, a dedicated student from the Akha hill tribe, graduated high school and earned admission to Chiang Mai University through her strong academic portfolio. Originally interested in accounting, she was encouraged by her pastor to study economics to broaden her career options. Raised by her mother and coming from a financially challenged background, she seeks this scholarship to pursue her dreams and one day help others manage their finances. Energetic and driven, Chompu enjoys singing, dancing, and hopes to be a university cheerleader while working toward a career in finance.