UCSD THAI STUDENT UNION
EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION
GET TO KNOW US
Paving the Way to a Brighter Future
Thai students have so much to offer to the world - we believe in the power that they hold, and know that they will mold future generations to come. At UCSD Thai Student Union, we are here to give them the support they need in order to shape them into leaders of the future. We have a number of events and resources that will help students build a foundation for their future aspirations. Come out and join us today, and see how you can make an impact on the lives of Thai students at UCSD!
MEET YOUR OFFICERS
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MOOK JELATIANRANAT
Co-President
Mook is a fourth year Bioengineering: Biotechnology Major and Business Minor from ERC who loves to sleep, eat, collect Funko Pop figures and watch Thai lakorns. Aside from TSU, she is also an active part of Alpha Phi Omega. Her favorite studying spot on campus is the 5th floor of Geisel, and her favorite place to grab boba in the area is OoTea. She also loves photography and participating in sports and activities. Despite the fact that Mook believes that she is forgetful, her friends like calling her “guru”!
PRIM SIRISUWANNATASH
Co-President
Prim is a third year Joint Mathematics and Economics Major from Muir College that is interested in financial markets, investing, and macroeconomics. It’s not surprising that she would be interested in pursuing Investment Management! Aside from TSU, Prim is also involved in the Global Business Brigades and Women in Business. She has also recently interned for the United Nations! Prim also loves horseback riding, hiking, skiing, cooking, going to the gym, traveling, and food exploring.
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MATT NAKPAWAN
Secretary
Matt is a third year Mechanical Engineering Major from Warren College. Aside from TSU, he is also involved in the UCSD Rocket Repulsion Lab. Matt likes to play tennis whenever he gets the chance. He also claims to be a terrible dancer but nevertheless he never misses a chance to shake his booty. On the weekends Matt likes to go shopping and try out new Asian recipes. He also likes to play poker, Smash Bros, and Pubg if he has time. He started investing in a few stocks recently and sometimes helps out at an automotive shop. His suite mates used to call him “yoyo bro” because he would always yoyo to relieve stress.
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PAUL TRISIRIPISAL
Fundraising Chair/Treasurer
Paul (or Por in Thai) is a fourth year Chemical Engineering Major from Sixth College. Aside from TSU, Paul is also involved in AlChE and Alpha Phi Omega. Paul loves photography and enjoys taking portraits and candid photos for people and four-legged pets. One of his other hobbies is reading. In fact, his favorite book genres are scifi/fantasy and mystery. Authors like Brandon Sanderson and Agatha Christie are some of his favorites. Paul also enjoys visiting the San Diego Bay for the Maritime Museum as well as the USS Midway and his favorite food spot around the is Oscar’s Mexican Seafood in Pacific Beach.
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WASU NGAMKANJANARAT
Social Chair
Wes (or Bright in Thai) is a second year Bioengineering: Biotechnology Major from Muir. Aside from TSU, he is also a member of Bodyrock where he started breakdancing. Wes also enjoys playing sports and loves photography. Although he is a second year and thus very young, people tend to assume that he is always very serious; however, once you get to know him, you’ll learn that he has many other personalities to show. Wes is a very friendly person and is always fun to be around.
DIANA PAJONGVIROTJANASAKUL
Alumni Networking Chair
Diana is a third year General Biology Major and Psychology Minor from Revelle. Aside from TSU, she is also involved in the Insight Pre-Optometry Club because she wants to become an optometrist. Diana loves to challenge herself and because of this, she is planning on graduating within three years. Diana also loves to make gifts for friends and family. This led to her passion for crochet, where she sets aside time to make dolls and keychains for the people around her.
AN INSIDE LOOK
Here’s What We’ve Been Up To
Want to get a glimpse at a day in the life at UCSD Thai Student Union? Now, you can. At UCSD Thai Student Union, we love to give people an idea of what goes on in our cultural organization, and have made our gallery accessible to everyone. Below you will find a variety of photos that will let you in on all the fun we have each and every day. Take a look at our gallery, and join us for our next event!
ALUMNI DATABASE
Thank you to all of our TSU alumni for making the creation of this database possible.
In TSU, we’re dedicated to helping youth in the UC San Diego community develop their skills and grow into contributing members of society. Since 2014, we have organized a variety of events to all of our fellow Thai students and have seen the direct benefits of the events we offer. With this database of Thai students, including current students and alumni, we seek to provide fellow Thai students with resources that will help them pursue their future aspirations. Click on the button below to learn more about our database, and reach out to us to contact alumni that are already pursuing what you are interested in today!
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