Most students are concerned about grades and those at Khon Kaen University are no different from others. Of course, going to class, taking notes, and studying are some common tactics. However, one mechanism used by students here to get good grades is very different than those in the US.
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| Temple |
Many students visit the temple on campus for prayer and to give offerings. Incense burns incessantly. Gifts typically include flowers, fruit, and bottled drinks (opened, which also attract a number of bees). Religious practices are practiced religiously.
Interestingly, they make a deal (bargain) with the temple gods. Students pray for good grades and if they get them they return to the temple with a figurine, hence a number of 'decorations' adorn such places of worship. I suppose the size of statues is related to income, or at least an ostentatious show of wealth. Actual grades may also play a factor in the decision-making process.Size matters!
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| Answers to Prayer |
Interesting!
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