Testimonial Category: Scholarship-2024

Sonam Rinchen

My passion for technology and curiosity about artificial intelligence have driven my journey into computer engineering. Captivated by the workings of computers and math from an early age, I pursued a degree in software engineering, where I discovered… Read More

Tenzin Yeshi Dothar

I am incredibly honored to receive the Dalai Lama Graduate Scholarship as I pursue a career as a Physician Assistant (PA) at Weill Cornell. My experiences working with underserved populations through mentorship, health clinics, and outreach programs have… Read More

Pema Taten Kunsal

Like many young Tibetans in the diaspora, I am the first in my family born in the United States after my parents immigrated through the Tibetan Resettlement Project in 1992. Growing up, I learned the importance of family,… Read More

Dhesel Khando

I am deeply honored and profoundly grateful to be a recipient of the Dalai Lama Graduate Scholarship. I am committed to applying the knowledge and skills I gain at Vanderbilt University to work on data science projects that… Read More

Tenzin Yangzom

I am deeply honored to have received the Dalai Lama Graduate Scholarship to support my academic journey. My research focuses on the 12th-century Tibetan scholar Phywa pa Chos kyi Seng ge (1109-1169), with a particular emphasis on his… Read More

Tenzin Choedhen

My name is Tenzin Choedhen. With a background as a Software Developer, I’m thrilled to take the next step by pursuing Business Analytics, aiming to combine technical skills with business insights to elevate my career. I’ve had the… Read More

Ngawang Sonam

My name is Ngawang Sonam. After 17 years of studying Buddhist philosophy and Tibetan literature at Gaden Jangse Monastery in South India, I pursued a Western education at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, then joined the PhD program in… Read More

Tenzin Thinlay

I am deeply honoured to receive the Dalai Lama Foundation scholarship, which will help me grow and develop in the field of robotics. This support broadens my career opportunities and enhances my skills, allowing me to take on… Read More

Dhondup Palden

I hold an MA (Acharya level) in Buddhist Philosophy and a BA (Shastri level) in Tibetan Literature. I previously served as a Senior Lecturer in Tibetan Buddhist Philosophy, deepening my understanding of my tradition. Now, my studies in… Read More

Nawang Chokyi

I am committed to making a meaningful impact in community medicine. Through my studies in Community Health and Prevention Research, I aim to address critical gaps in healthcare access for underserved communities. My goal is to explore how… Read More