Au Golden Rock

"Au," the abbreviation of Assumption University, coincides with the chemical term "Aurium" which means "gold." Gold has been a symbol of goodness and value for ages. The big golden rock, closest to the Taweepwithaya Bridge, is to remind students every morning when they arrive that when they graduate from Au, they are expected to be as good as gold.

Maka-amarin Bridge

The name of the bridge in Thai means "the path of angels." It is so named to bless people who cross this bridge. The high reliefs on the bridge rails depict the angel of light with radiating rays around an angel's face. It's paradoxical that they bear a resemblance to medusa (Versace's logo) so has been dubbed "Versace Bridge" by the students. It crosses over the sprawling pond. This small bridge is near the entrance, but it is the exit from the University.

Jaturatham Pavilion

The Pavilion of Four Virtues is so named by virtue of being inscribed on its upper part with the words "Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, and Temperance." These were mores of great kings and perfect men in ancient Greek and Roman times. It is intended to edify and infuse into the students these qualities which would mould them to perfection. This imposing stone structure has arched doorways marked on each of its four sides by twin Roman columns. Perched on the corner of the incoming road, it directly overlooks an island of trees in the pond.

The Seat of Wisdom

The golden statue "Saedes Sapientiae" is an original interpretation of "Assumption." Christians venerate the mother of Christ as the seat of wisdom and as taught by St. Louis Marie de Montfort, Christ is the wisdom seated on the throne. The mother of Christ is the dwelling place of the supreme wisdom of all science. The university is our mother who is also the dwelling place of knowledge. In this context, "Assumption," besides its religious connotation in glorification of the mother of Christ, has yet another meaning in Thai language, "the Abode of Abiding Knowledge." Rightly, Assumption is the seat of wisdom.

The Column

In Thailand it is a tradition to mark a central point of a town or city with a pillar or a column. The Column of the university is a monument erected towards the end of the year 1999 to mark three great events: to pay tribute to His Majesty Bhumibol Adulyadej on the occasion of the Great King's Sixth Cycle Birthday; to mark the third Millennium; and to commemorate the Centenary Celebration of the arrival in Thailand.. On the column there is a statue in bronze color, two and a half meters in height, representing a Brother of St. Gabriel in academic gown with gold RABAT, which many people assume to be St. Louis Marie De Montfort, pointing a finger to the Cathedral of Learning or the Seat of Wisdom, a vision for the future. The column is twenty-five meters in height, at the base of which are eight lions signifying the strength and the power of knowledge. On four sides of the stone plinth, upon which the towering pillar stands, are inscribed the motives for its erection.

Thai Pavilion

The vividly colored Thai Pavilion is for Thai ceremonies and cultural activities. It is the only structure in authentic Thai style, embellished with mirrors and gilded ornaments. The only foreign element is the coat of arms of the Brothers of St. Gabriel at the gable. It states their motto "Labor Omnia Vincit" which means, "we can overcome all difficulties through working hard." Being in the middle of all the structures in the front part of the campus, it suggests that Au is the center of many nations. It is close to the pond and is therefore the most delightful place to watch the gentle breeze ripple the surface of the water. A central feature of the academic halls is the "Gate" which defines the corners and midpoints of the halls. The Seven gates, unique in their structure and design, each represent a different aspect of Thai Culture and History. The names of these gates and their inscriptions symbolize a meaning and convey a message.

Sri Ayudhaya Anuson

The second gate "Sri Ayudhaya Anuson," located in the middle of the St. Gabriel Hall is named after the Ayudhaya period of Thailand. Ayudhaya is famous for its rich geographic and terrestrial beauty. It is a place of religious importance as well. The walls supporting these gates holds massive pictures which represent the glory of the Ayudhaya and Sukhothai periods. The Sukhothai period is brought to life by a colorful picture of the "Loy krathong festival." The Ayudhaya period is depicted by temples painted in colors of gold to symbolize the religious importance of that period.

Prasat Assumption

Gate "Prasat Assumption" is the sixth gate and is an arched doorway located in the middle of the St. Raphael Hall. It leads into a hallway that can be used for relaxation. One of the two sides of this hallway harbors a colossal picture of the Grand Palace of the Emerald Buddha Temple with spectacular spires of the structures and pagodas. The other is a painting of the Royal Barge Suphannahongse floating in the Chao Phraya River with the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) in the background. The picture delineates these monuments in a lively way and adds to the beauty of the environment.