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Perspective

By Dr. Michael J. Adkesson
President & CEO, Chicago Zoological Society
Director, Brookfield Zoo

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On that date 100 years ago, a large crowd looked on as Daniel Ryan, then president
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Later this year, we will undergo an accreditation audit by the Association
WHITE PELICANS of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the main accrediting body for zoos and aquariums
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