Executives from the School of Education, University of Phayao, Visit the People's Republic of China to Build International Academic Collaboration Networks
May 30, 2025 – A delegation of executives and personnel from the School of Education, University of Phayao, visited the College of Teachers, Chengdu University, and the School of Foreign Languages, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China in the People's Republic of China. The visit aimed to strengthen academic cooperation and facilitate international knowledge exchange.
The purpose of this visit was to promote collaboration in research, student exchange, joint graduate programs, and short-term courses. It marked a significant step toward enhancing educational and innovative capacity for both institutions.
The delegation from the University of Phayao was led by:
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Nopparak, Advisor to the School of Education
Accompanied by the administrative team:
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Narinthan Nontamalai, Assistant to the President
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Sunthorn Klai-am, Associate Dean for Administration and Student Quality Development
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Namfon Kanma, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Educational Innovation
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Watchara Chatuporn, Associate Dean for Research and Community Academic Services
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Nattawut Sappaso, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and Teacher Student Quality Development
• Dr. Wipavee Sirilak, Assistant Dean for Special Affairs and International Communications
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Luecha Ladasat, Chair of the Master of Education Program in STEM Education
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Wilawan Phothong, Chair of the Master of Education Program in Educational Innovation
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Wilawan Somyaron, Lecturer, School of Education
• Dr. Arpapun Prathumthai, Lecturer, School of Education
• Dr. Narissara Sueaklai, Lecturer, School of Education
Supporting staff members also participated:
• Mr. Prakitpun Pattanahiruntamrong, Head of the International Relations Office, Division of Educational Services
• Mr. Jakkrapong Maleepat, Head of Research Dissemination Support, Research Administration Division
The meetings and discussions provided a platform for both institutions to exchange academic and research strategies in depth and explore long-term collaboration. These efforts are expected to lead to the development of various joint initiatives that respond to both local development needs and global academic standards.
This visit reflects the University of Phayao’s ongoing commitment to its vision:
“University to Create Wisdom for Sustainable Community Development with Innovations of International Standards.”
It also highlights the university’s dedication to expanding international academic networks, with this visit to China representing another milestone in achieving that mission.