College of Buddhist Studies, Fo Guang University Welcomes Fulbright Taiwan Executive Director and International Scholars to Explore Educational Collaboration

• 2024-12-24
• buddhist網站管理員

On December 23, the College of Buddhist Studies at Fo Guang University warmly welcomed Prof. Randall Nadeau, Executive Director of Fulbright Taiwan, and Prof. Rachel Core, Chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Stetson University, during their visit to the university. Accompanying them were Dr. Yuan-Jung Ma, and Director of the International Office of Fo Guang University, Dr. I-Chun Yeh. Hosting the guests from the College of Buddhist Studies were Department Chair, Dr. Wei-Yi Cheng, faculty members Venerable Jueguan, Dr. Tzu-Mian Tseng, and Venerable Miaojia, along with graduate students Venerable Huifa (Chinese MA program, India), Dilokananda Sraman (English MA program, Bangladesh), Chris Sinangote (English MA program, Philippines), and undergraduate student Venerable Huishen (India).
The delegation toured the College of Buddhist Studies' facilities, including its professional library, to gain a deeper understanding of the institution’s academic rigor, diverse professional offerings, and distinctive features in Buddhist education. Discussions explored potential opportunities for educational exchange and international academic collaboration, laying the groundwork for future partnerships.
To mark the occasion, PhD student Venerable Zhiwen and MA students Guihua Zhang and Xiaorong Xing prepared a traditional tea meditation ceremony complemented by a guzheng (Chinese zither) performance. The ambiance, enriched by the fragrance of Qilai Mountain oolong tea and floral scents intertwined with the soothing music, created a harmonious and pleasant atmosphere. The distinguished guests expressed their deep appreciation for the cultural richness and profound appeal of Buddhist traditions, as well as the college’s educational philosophy and global vision. They look forward to further international exchange initiatives in the future.