Guidelines for Memory Management of Rajabhat Rajanagarindra University

Abstract

This research aims to: (1) explore the institutional memory of Rajabhat Rajanagarindra University, (2) examine the current state of memory management at the university, (3) propose guidelines for effective memory management. This study employs a qualitative research approach, with a target group consisting of  13 participants, including administrators, faculty members, and staff. In-depth interviews were used as the primary research tool, and data analysis was conducted using an inductive content analysis method.

The research findings are as follows: (1) The institutional memory of Rajabhat Rajanagarindra University comprises its history and development, significant events and stories, key ceremonies, traditions, notable figures, and university symbols. The media used to preserve these memories include print materials, audiovisual media, digital media, and physical artifacts. (2) The state of memory management at the university reveals key issues, including the existence of institutional memory management policies; however, there is no continuity in these policies from the past to the present. The university lacks a dedicated repository for memory preservation, leading to scattered archival materials across various departments.
The university employs several methods to disseminate and promote awareness of its history among future generations, including exhibitions, print and video publications, commemorative events, and academic instruction related to institutional memory. (3) The proposed framework for improving memory management at Rajabhat Rajanagarindra University consists of three key components: policy implementation, memory management processes, and the acquisition of valuable historical records.