Chanokporn “May” Puapattanakun

DIRECTOR, CENTER FOR LIFE-INTEGRATED LEARNING, MAHIDOL UNIVERSITY

Industry : Advocacy

Chanokporn “May” Puapattanakun’s love for words and expression shapes her work as much as it does her everyday life. A keen reader, and writer, she often jots down personal reflections—sometimes just for herself, other times to share with friends. This thoughtful engagement with language carries over into her role as a lecturer at the Faculty of Liberal Arts, Mahidol University, where she serves as Associate Dean for Quality Development and Corporate Communication.

With expertise in communication, she teaches courses on public speaking and writing. Passionate about empowering others, she enjoys passing on the knowledge and confidence that communication skills can bring. Outside the classroom, May leads We Mahidol, a social platform that shares practical knowledge beyond academics – helping students prepare for life after university. She also hosts May I Talk to You, a talk show where she speaks with Mahidol alumni and students about careers, life lessons, and mental well-being. Her academic interests include critical discourse analysis, linguistics, and curriculum development, making her a key figure in shaping how communication is taught and understood. Through her work in education and media, she continues to create meaningful spaces for dialogue, connection, and personal growth, both within and beyond the university setting.