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Field Experience: Biodiversity of Bhutan

Immerse yourself in the unique biodiversity of Bhutan with this field experience. Discover cultural anthropology, conservation practices infused with Buddhism, and create a natural history museum online. Travel to stunning locations, learn from local experts, and engage in educational activities. Apply for the Barlow Award for financial support. Don't miss this opportunity to blend adventure and learning in Bhutan!

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Field Experience: Biodiversity of Bhutan

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  1. Field Experience: Biodiversity of Bhutan ANTH 493

  2. Basic Information • Lori Sheeran Lori.Sheeran@cwu M 3-5, T 2-4 Dean 335 • Kathleen Barlow Kathleen.Barlow@cwu.edu • August 30 – September 15, 2019 • 1-3 upper division credits that post in Fall (apply financial aid toward program costs) • Info session April 10, 4 PM, DN 359

  3. What Do YOU Want to Do??? • ANTH 301: Unique combination of cultural and biological anthropology • ANTH 322: Interest in history of cultures, around the world • ANTH 354: Buddhism infuses every aspect of life, including conservation ideology, in Bhutan • ANTH 380: Communicate conservation issues/needs to a general and global audience • ANTH 361: Help create an on-line natural history museum

  4. Itinerary 8/30 Flight from Seattle to Bangkok, Thailand 8/31 Overnight in Bangkok 9/1 Flight from Bangkok to Paro, visit to National Museum in Paro, overnight in Paro 9/2 Day in Thimphu: visit bank and museums downtown 9/3 Overnight in homestay

  5. 9/4 Hike to Khebeythang Nature Study Sub-Center 9/5-9/10 Instruction at Nature Center 9/11 Hike out from Nature Center; Black-Necked Crane Visitor Center; drive to Thimphu

  6. 9/12 Day in Thimphu: Royal Takin Preserve, Buddha Dordenma statue, Tashichho Dzong, shopping 9/13 Travel to Paro: hike to Tiger’s Nest monastery 9/14 Flight to Bangkok

  7. 9/15 Flight to Seattle 10/3 Grinnell notebook due 10/10 Educational outreach activity due 10/17 Cross cultural statement due 10/24 Final course grade information sent to each student

  8. Apply for Barlow Award this month—up to $1,000! Projected Costs

  9. Apply Today! Application deadline extended to April 29 General info: https://www.cwu.edu/international-programs/biodiversity-bhutan-field-experience Online application: http://www.cwu.edu/international-programs/sites/cts.cwu.edu.international-programs/files/%2AFDP%20Application%201.22.19.pdf

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