Experiencing firsthand the wide variety of life native to Borneo, Malaysia, deepened Melyssa Riggs' belief in conservation. Borneo’s massive rainforests are home to thousands of species found nowhere else. Despite being home to unique plants and animals, it faces intense pressure from palm oil expansion and widespread deforestation, making it a focal point for global conservation efforts. Melyssa outlines how her study abroad experience helped her immerse herself in the global perspective of conservation.01/05/2026 03:53:12 PM_DO NOT USE TAGS - They will be deleted!