Reinforcing Excellence in Digital Innovation: Second-Year Student Ekkapop Seethon Earns International Acclaim in 3D Digital Game Art at the Global Digital Skill Competition 2026 in Hong Kong
Sripatum University celebrates another outstanding milestone on the global stage as Ekkapop Seethon (Taro), a second-year student from the Interactive and Game Design (IGD) program, School of Digital Media, secured the “Prize for Excellence” in 3D Digital Game Art at the prestigious Global Digital Skill Competition 2026 (GDSC 2026) held in Hong Kong.
This remarkable accomplishment highlights SPU’s continuous commitment to fostering practical learning and advanced technical skill development beyond traditional classrooms. This aligns with SDG 4 Quality Education, specifically supporting sub-goal 4.3 Lifelong learning measures and sub of sub-goal 4.3.2 Public events (lifelong learning) by empowering students through competitive public learning platforms and future-ready digital literacy.
Furthermore, SPU’s emphasis on career readiness and real-world application equips students with competitive industry standards, directly contributing to SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth through sub-goal 8.4 Proportion of students taking work placements and sub of sub-goal 8.4.1 Proportion of students with work placements. This approach prepares young talent to thrive in global creative industries and evolving digital economies.
The success at GDSC 2026 also underscores the power of international collaboration and cross-border knowledge exchange, reflecting SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals under sub-goal 17.2 Relationships to support the goals and sub of sub-goal 17.2.2 Cross sectoral dialogue about SDGs by connecting student capabilities with global professional standards.
Sripatum University warmly congratulates Ekkapop Seethon and remains dedicated to empowering students to unleash their creative potential and drive sustainable digital innovation worldwide.
