Dean of Student Office at St. George’s University (SGU) Supports Thai Medical Students to Success
Office plays leading role in nurturing Thai student wellbeing in holistic learning environment for them to thrive and prosper
BANGKOK, 04 April, 2022 – Thai medical students must prepare for their professional careers to face the realities of an ever-changing medical world. St. George’s University (SGU) can play a vital role in helping them achieve their fullest potential in terms of transferable skills, with non-academic departments like the Dean of Student Office (DOS) also helping to nurture student wellbeing right up to graduation.
“Our goal is to provide each student with a strong infrastructure that promotes success. We also encourage, guide, and expect that all students accept individual responsibility for their own personal, professional, and academic development,” Dr. Lucy Clunes, Dean of Students, said.
This is accomplished by enabling students to freely access services and support mechanisms they need to achieve their professional goals and enhance their personal growth during their time at St. George’s University. The DOS offers academic advice and referrals, individual advancement programs, mid-term and end-term progress assessments, monitoring of student progress through the curriculum and managing the Fitness and Wellness Center to name just a few of the services available.
Students who have cognitive or non-cognitive concerns are also provided with a wide range of support, and the DOS acts as a student advocate in accessing needed services on- or off-campus. For additional ongoing support, the DOS assigns faculty advisors for students as part of its Faculty Advisor Program. The advisor becomes personally acquainted with each student’s goals, strengths, and challenges, and serves as a source of support and advice throughout the student’s tenure at SGU.
The DOS supports over 60 university student organizations that enhance student life by promoting a range of activities and goals that ranges from religious, cultural, professional, political, social, and academic.
SGU is truly an international institution with students and faculty drawn from over 150 countries.
Out of the current total of 6,792 * medical students 176 hail from East Asia, including 33 students from Thailand. All benefit from excellent support services provided by DOS throughout their study.
Thai medical students are also exposed to powerful multicultural experiences that change preconceived perspectives and build maturity when studying in an international environment. These students are equipped with the assets, tools, and flexibility to provide better patient care by thinking outside of the box, an important skill for any medical professional.
Dr. Clunes advises first time students to take full advantage of the on-campus support system: “Don’t be afraid of asking questions, no matter how minor they may seem. We are here to help and support you, and if there is something that would make your life more comfortable, and help you be more successful academically, don’t hesitate to reach out.”
*Data as of March 2022.
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About St. George’s University School of Medicine:
Founded in 1976 with the goal of drawing the best talent and practices from around the world, St. George’s University (SGU) has become a leading center for academic excellence worldwide. With students and faculty drawn from more than 150 countries, SGU is truly an international institution, with a uniquely global perspective, perfectly poised to help educate students in this rapidly changing world. St. George’s University School of Medicine has a four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program or offers five-, six-, and seven-year Medical Degree Pathways with entry points available for students from any education system around the world. SGU has a large network of 75+ affiliated hospitals and health centers in the US and UK and also has a unique opportunity for students to begin their medical career in Grenada, the United Kingdom, or India.
Dr. Lucy Clunes is dean of students at St. George’s University.
As part of the broader support services provided by the Office of the Dean of Students, the International Students Office (ISO) offers a wide range of assistance and resources to new and returning students.