On 20 and 25 November 2024, Assistant Professor Dr. Sunthon Khlai-Um, the Associate Dean of Planning and Student Quality Development, along with Dr. Natthawut Subphaso, Assistant to the Dean, and Mr. Wittavas Thiwai, Head of Planning and School of Education Student Association participate in the forest arch and lantern competition under the Yi Peng tradition project, University of Phayao 2023. This project was organized with the objective of opening a space for students to join in creating activities, to promote local culture and traditions, including building unity and participation in activities creatively. However, the School of Education Student Association won second runner-up in both competitions.