It’s been an interesting few weeks here in Thailand. UMPI students along with more than 100 staff members from Lertlah campus three participated in a team building weekend, partaking in various games to get to know each other. Highlights included a massive game of twister (as demonstrated by Heather and Amanda,) karaoke, dance routines poking playful fun at our director, and lots of beer drinking. It was a great opportunity to get to know the people we will be working with.
As the red shirt protest became more fierce, school was delayed for a week. Some UMPI students went to Ko Samed, a small tourist island south of Bangkok, while some hit it the beautiful paradice of Krabi. It was an unexpected holiday to say the least, yet all could not help but think of the dangers which may lie ahead in our new home of Bangkok.
Nick and Kelly have decided to head home after much deliberation. All of us still here in Bangkok wish you all the best in the future!
Things here in Bangkok seemed to have quelled. Last week was certainly an eye opener to see how protests can get ugly, as more than 50 people died in the clashes, while hundreds were injured. There is currently a curfew in Bangkok and other provinces, which has calmed things down in the streets. Hopefully we will be able to see the beautiful sights of downtown soon! I assure everyone though, our neighborhood is safe, and everyone hasn’t strayed too far from our area.
Our school year begins Monday. It will be nice to get into a routine, and get to know our students.
BB