the national assembly of Thailand passed University act that became effective
His Majesty the King graciously granted the University name "Prince of Songkla University"
His Royal Highness Somdej Chao Fa Mahidol Adulyadej Kromma Luang Songkla Nakarin died
the first group of staff and students moved to Pattani campus where located at Tambon Ruesamilae, Mueang district, Pattani province