ICT Mahidol Student Received Second Runner-Up Award at Cisco Networking Academy APJC NetAcad Riders 2026

The Faculty of Information and Communication Technology, Mahidol University (ICT Mahidol), proudly congratulates Ms. Achiraya Nakbanpotkul, a third-year student in the Bachelor of Science Program in Digital Science and Technology (DST Thai Program), on receiving the Second Runner-Up Award at the regional networking skills competition “Cisco Networking Academy APJC NetAcad Riders 2026” (APJC NetAcad Riders 2026).

The competition was organized for students who are currently studying or have completed the CCNA v7.0 curriculum under the Cisco Networking Academy. It was conducted online via Cisco Webex and consisted of two rounds: the qualifying round, held on March 26, 2026, and the final round, held on May 7, 2026. In preparation for the competition, Asst. Prof. Dr. Thitinan Tantidham, an instructor in the Digital Science and Technology Program, provided training and continuous support to the student throughout the competition process.

APJC NetAcad Riders 2026 is an interactive networking skills competition designed to encourage students to apply classroom knowledge to practical problem-solving situations. The competition also serves as an international platform for students to enhance their networking and information technology skills while promoting connections and collaboration among participants from the Asia-Pacific region, Japan, and China.

The Faculty of Information and Communication Technology would like to extend its heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to the student on this outstanding achievement, which is a great source of pride for ICT Mahidol.