For graduates and degree recipients whose gender identity or gender expression differs from their sex assigned at birth and who wish to dress according to their current gender identity:
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Graduates must contact the Division of Student Development or the provincial Education Division in advance to submit the official request form.
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The application form can be downloaded at:
🔗 https://graduation.rmutl.ac.th/
Guidelines
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Academic gowns must conform to official university regulations, with proper attire in white, black, gray, or silver tones.
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Accessories or ornaments must be in natural or neutral colors.
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Hairstyles should be neat and appropriate.
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No visible jewelry or decorative items are allowed during the royal commencement ceremony.
Prohibited Items
Graduates are not permitted to bring or use the following:
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Mobile phones, smart watches, cameras, or other electronic devices
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Bags, handbags, or personal accessories
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Religious amulets, necklaces, or jewelry
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Stationery or notebooks
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Makeup or grooming kits
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Other personal items not listed in the university’s official graduation regulations
RMUTL Embodies Gender Inclusion and Equality
Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna demonstrates its commitment to respect, dignity, and equality through policies that allow graduates to express their gender identity in official academic ceremonies.
By explicitly stating that graduates “whose gender identity or expression differs from their sex assigned at birth” may dress in accordance with their affirmed gender, RMUTL ensures that every student is recognized for their achievements without discrimination or restriction based on gender or appearance.
This inclusive graduation policy reflects the university’s broader institutional approach to:
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Promoting fairness and respect for diversity within academic and ceremonial contexts;
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Recognizing gender expression as a matter of personal dignity and human rights;
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Encouraging an inclusive campus environment where all students feel valued and respected;
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Supporting equity in educational experience and institutional representation, ensuring that all graduates are celebrated equally.
Such practices align strongly with international principles of gender equity and inclusive participation, key indicators under the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings for SDG 5 (Gender Equality) — particularly in areas such as:
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Non-discriminatory university policies that uphold gender identity rights;
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Representation and inclusion of women and gender-diverse individuals in academic and leadership spaces;
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Institutional support for equity in education and professional advancement.
Through these progressive measures, RMUTL continues to model a university culture of respect, equality, and empowerment, reinforcing its role as a higher education institution committed to advancing inclusive and equitable development for all.