From Crop to Cup: An Excursion to Lanna Coffee

From Crop to Cup: An Excursion to Lanna Coffee

On February 23, 2025, our Lifelong learning participants explored the journey of coffee from cherry to cup, beginning at the Mae Jo warehouse. We observed the pulping, drying, hulling, and grading processes that prepare beans for roasting, gaining a deeper...
Lan Na Tai Material Culture Series

Lan Na Tai Material Culture Series

Dr. Susan Conway, currently a research associate at the Institute of Development Studies, Sussex University, gave three talks and led two excursions over the course of eight days in early February. On Monday, 9 February, she gave an overview of the Lan Na Tai belief...
Excursion to Nirotharam Bhikkhuni Arama

Excursion to Nirotharam Bhikkhuni Arama

On a beautiful sunny, cool Monday, 19 January 2026, 25 participants from Lifelong Learning Payap visited Nirotharam Bhikkhuni Aram in Cham Tong province. It was a memorable experience for everyone. Located in a large, peaceful forested area, the aram was founded in...
Lifelong Learning Payap’s annual Open House

Lifelong Learning Payap’s annual Open House

Lifelong Learning Payap’s annual Open House The sky was clear and blue for Lifelong Learning Payap’s annual Open House on December 3 2025. Martha Butt opened the program with introductions of and thanks to staff and committee members, and Payap University president...