In an effort to promote the professional career of elephant handlers, the International Elephant Foundation (IEF) will provide up to $1,500 for tuition and expenses to the 2008 session of the Association of Zoo and Aquariums Principles of Elephant Management course (PEM) in Wheeling, WV. Candidates must currently handle elephants and have at least one year of experience.

Download IEF PRINCIPLES OF ELEPHANT MANAGEMENT SCHOLORASHIP APPLICATION HERE. Submit the application and the following to the Email address on application by October 1, 2007.

• Applicant's Resume
• Letters of Confidence and Support from both their institution’s Director/CEO/Owner and immediate supervisor who is knowledgeable of the candidate’s handling skill and interest.
• Statement on why he/she wishes to attend the PEM and what he/she hopes to gain by the experience

The IEF scholarship award winner must apply for and be accepted to the AZA Principles of Elephant Management course to be eligible for the scholarship. Scholarship selection will be based on the candidate’s elephant interest, knowledge and experience. International applicants are welcome and encouraged.