1. Study abroad in Thailand May 2016 Program led by Dr. Melanie Marks

2. Thailand is called the “land of smiles”… Learn about SE Asia and economic development as we explore this very beautiful country.

3. Get to know its beautiful people… Visit a rural school, talking to students and teachers. Spend the day in a Karen village.

4. Explore Thailand’s history… Travel on famous bridge over River Kwai. Ride the Death Railroad built by POWs. See Khmer-style ruins in former Siam capital.

5. Visit historic places… Visit war cemetery, Three Pagodas Pass, sunken temple, etc.

6. Learn about Buddhism… How it is a national sponsored religion. How it infiltrates the culture and daily life of the average Thai citizen.

7. Shop and eat in local markets… Live life like the locals. Learn to cook traditional dishes.

8. Appreciate the exotic… Visit floating market and open air markets. Visit controversial projects such as the tiger temple and Burmese elephant camp. Wear a Burmese longyi?

9. Explore Thailand’s natural environment… Visit places very dear to the Thai people and protected by order of the king.

10. Class for Thailand study abroad: Econ 300: Introduction to SE Asia – NO prerequisite. – Class will meet intensively for 4 days on campus prior to departure. – Content includes general economics, environmental economics, international trade, Thai history, introduction to Buddhism and connection to economy, social issues, etc. – Waives GOAL 9. – Note that this was formerly Econ 475 (prior to 2015 catalog).

11. All of this at affordable price… 14 days Exotic itinerary Travel cost expected to be $2675. Note that the first $400 constitutes a nonrefundable deposit. Students who drop out of the program might lose more than this amount if a replacement is not found and funds have been expended.

12. Interested? Contact Dr. Melanie Marks at marksmb@longwood.edu with any questions.