Istituto Marangoni Visit Brings Design Perspectives to AU

(From left) Naphat Whaichana; Dr. Apichart Intravisit; Asst. Prof. Dr. Nutthaphut Pandjad; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chainarong Rungruengarporn; Mr. Kristian Steinberg; Mr. Leonardo Marra; Ms. Tarn Jearasakulpol; and Asst. Prof. Dr. Thananporn Sethjinda

A visit by representatives from Istituto Marangoni took place at Assumption University’s Suvarnabhumi Campus on 27 January 2026, bringing together students and faculty for academic exchange in design and creative studies.

The delegation included Mr. Kristian Steinberg, Director of Education; Mr. Leonardo Marra, Head of Digital and Sales for APAC and China; and Ms. Tarn Jearasakulpol, APAC Enrollment Advisor. They met with faculty from Architecture and Design, Fine and Applied Arts, Communication Arts, the Martin de Tours School of Management and Economics, and the Office of International Affairs.

As part of the visit, Mr. Steinberg spoke with AU students about creativity in the digital era. He shared how artificial intelligence can support idea development and testing, while encouraging students to use technology as a tool rather than a replacement for creative thinking.

The visit supported continued academic exchange and professional dialogue between Assumption University and Istituto Marangoni. Assumption University extends its sincere thanks to Mr. Steinberg and the Istituto Marangoni team for their visit and exchange of perspectives.

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