The purpose of this research was to explore the behavior and objectives of artificial intelligence (AI) usage among students of Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University, as well as to assess students’ awareness of AI ethics across various dimensions. This study employed a survey research method and analyzed quantitative data using descriptive statistics to determine percentages and means. Inferential statistics were also applied, including the Chi-Square test to examine the relationships between AI usage and various variables, and the t-test to assess students’ opinions regarding their awareness of AI ethics. An open-ended questionnaire with a reliability coefficient of 0.915 was used to survey students’ opinions online. The sample consisted of 400 students drawn from a total population of 8,127, determined using Yamane’s formula. Stratified sampling was applied, covering students from all six faculties.
           The research findings revealed that the artificial intelligence (AI) applications most recognized and frequently used by students were ChatGPT, Siri, and Gemini, respectively. Students reported that they primarily utilized AI for enhancing knowledge and cognitive skills, followed by communication, and the development of technological skills, in that order. Furthermore, the study indicated that students’ overall awareness of AI ethics was at a high level (Mean = 4.1928, S.D. = 0.59585). Each dimension of AI ethics was also rated highly, including: human oversight for the sustainability of humanity, responsibility, privacy, security and safety, trust, fairness and non-discrimination, transparency, and explainability. Statistical hypothesis testing confirmed that students of Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University demonstrated a high level of awareness of AI ethics (p < 0.05). These findings reflect that contemporary students possess a fundamental understanding of ethical issues associated with the use of artificial intelligence.