1. Study abroad in Thailand
May 2018
Program led by Dr. Melanie Marks

2. Thailand is called the “land of smiles”…
Learn as we explore this very beautiful country.

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

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

5. Learn about Buddhist culture…
Visit incredible temples, participate in monk processional.

6. Get to know its beautiful people…
Visit a rural school and
spend the day in a Karen village.

7. Shop and eat in local markets…
Experience life as the locals do.
Gain a good understanding of their economy.

8. Explore Thailand’s natural environment…
Waterfall treks
Beautiful beaches
National parks

9. Experience places that are very different from home…
Floating Markets
Fishing villages
Oyster farm
Mushroom farm
Karen tribe

10. There are so many new experiences…
Visit Burmese elephant camp.
Visit langur monkeys.
Boat to oyster farm in the bay.

11. See daily doses of beauty…

12. Class for Thailand study abroad:
Econ 300:
Introduction to Southeast Asia
NO prerequisite.
Content includes:
Overview of Thailand
Thai economy
Trade
Asian financial crisis
Politics
Religion
Culture
History
Waives Gen Ed Goal 9!!

13. All of this at affordable price…
14 days in country
Exciting itinerary
Travel cost expected to be about $2395…
Includes all transportation, housing, activities, and just about all meals.
**Note that the first $500 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.

14. Interest Meetings Posted on the study abroad website.
Contact Dr. Melanie Marks at with any questions.