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Programs and Funds

HCBSS administers a number of special programs and funds related to Buddhist Studies.

Buddhism in the Modern World (BMW)
Speaker program bringing Buddhist leaders to Stanford, co-sponsored by the Buddhist Community at Stanford and the Office for Religious Life.

Evans-Wentz Lectureship in Oriental Philosophies, Religions, and Ethics
Annual lectures, symposia, and conferences, administered by HCBSS for the Department of Religious Studies.

Hwei Tai Fund for Buddhist Studies
Supporting advanced seminars and other programs in Buddhist studies, administered by HCBSS for the
Department of Religious Studies.

Robert H.N. Ho Graduate Fellowship Fund
Providing doctoral fellowships to students of Buddhist studies.

Shinnyo-en Visiting Professorship in Buddhist Studies
Providing annual appointments in Buddhist Studies and an annual lecture.

Tibetan Studies Initiative
Supporting events and curriculum in Tibetan studies, administered by HCBSS for ICA.

TT & WF Chao Fund for Buddhist Studies
Supporting Buddhist programming for the community.

Understanding Buddhist Art
Public seminars and gallery tours, co-sponsored by Stanford Continuing Studies.