Submitted by Elizabeth Dallara on the 2020 winter session program in Australia and Thailand sponsored by the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics…
My study abroad group traveled to Chiang Mai, Thailand for cultural excursions and company visits. We went to the Baan Chang Elephant Park to learn about elephants in Thailand and how to take care of them. It was an amazing experience to immerse myself in the culture and learn from the elephant caretakers. I am very fortunate to have been involved in this experience and it was extremely fun to play and form bonds with the elephants. It was interesting to learn about the history of elephants in Thailand and how they are now protected and cared for.