The Emory-Tibet Science Initiative

We are delighted to share the successful completion of this summer’s week-long Pedagogy Course for the Sustainability Monastic Students (Cohort 2). Offered by Dr. Meena Balgopal and Dr. Tenzin Sonam, the course introduced some of the best practices in science teaching, including student-centered learning, active engagement strategies, and inclusive classroom practices. We are grateful to our instructors and participants for an enriching week of learning, reflection, and collaboration. Here are some photos from the training.

ETSI's Specialization Phase Summer Intensive Programs Started Today

The ETSI Summer Intensive Programs, consisting of a pedagogy course and a content specialization course, began today at Drepung Loseling Meditation and Science Center amid great enthusiasm. The programs will run through June 30.

The Pedagogy Program includes 65 monastic students from 13 institutions, including four nunneries. Its goal is to strengthen the capacity of monastic institutions to become increasingly self-sustaining in science education.

The Content Specialization Programs in physics, biology, and neuroscience represent ETSI’s most advanced science courses to date. Students have the opportunity to specialize in a single area of study, enabling them to develop deeper knowledge and a higher level of mastery in their chosen field.

Together, these programs reflect the growing commitment of monastic scholars to rigorous interdisciplinary learning and the continued integration of science and sustainability education within the monastic community.

In addition, Tenzin Gyatso Science Scholars participating in the two programs will take part in a three-session orientation and exploratory introduction to Developmental Contemplative Science, led by Dr. Robert Roeser, Prof. Lobsang Tenzin Negi, and Tsondue Samphel.

Here are some photos from Day 1 of the Summer Pedagogy and Content Specialization Programs.