Southeast Asian Studies Summer

SchoolChiang Mai, Thailand

June 1 – 29, 2013

About Thailand•Capital – Bangkok•Population – Approximately 67 million•Official Language – Thai•Official Currency – Thai Baht•Government – Unitary Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy•King - Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX)•Primary Religion - Buddhism

About Chiang Mai

•Nestled in northern hills

•Cultural capital of Thailand

•Blend of traditional life & modernity

•300+ temples

•Opportunities for trekking

•Famous night market

•Airport hub to explore rest of region

Chiang Mai University•One of top academic centers in Chiang Mai

•Ranked as 3rd in country for academics and 5th for research output•#1 university outside of Bangkok•Approximately 36,000 students •Minutes from the city center

Academic ProgramFirst three weeks in Thailand spent in “Cultural Foundations of Thai

Society” course.

Cultural Foundations

June 1 – 22, 2013

3 credit hours

General survey on topics of Thai history and culture

Themes include history, politics, customs, identity in Thailand

Emphasis on recent ecological, social, and economic transitions

Included: Short-term village stay for enrichment

Volunteer Component

•June 23 – 29, 2013

•Fourth week of program is spent volunteering with a local organization.

•Many NGOs in region to choose from

•In 2012, students worked on a sustainable farm and at an elephant conservation camp

•Uniloft Accommodation

s•Thai roommates•Single room•Modern

amenities

Housing in Chiang Mai

TEAN Support in Thailand•Chiang Mai University staff services•TEAN Resident Directors & Staff

Estimated Expenses

Tuition, Housing & Fees $3,440

Books $100

Flight to Thailand $1,500 - $1,800

Personal/Living Expenses

$300

Student Visa $80

Meals $300

Insurance Included

Safety in Thailand

Known as the “Land of Smiles”

Chiang Mai is very safe destination

Use the usual precautions as you would in the United States

Illness – Usually from unfamiliar food/water/spices

Malaria/Japanese Encephalitis – Not a high risk of exposure

Unrest – Found in southern Thailand near Cambodian border and not in areas we work

TEAN Country Staff to assist in emergencies (24/7 number)

How to ApplyDeadline: April 1, 2013

Begin application at The Education Abroad Network’s website: www.teanabroad.org

Click “Apply Now’

Apply for Program ID 1084 “NSCS Academy Abroad - Thailand (Summer 2013)”

Receive initial contact from Program Manager and begin steps together!