Recent protests in Tibet and around the world have overshadowed the torch relay leading up to the Beijing Olympics. Spontaneous peaceful protests in many parts of Tibet are evidence of deep-rooted resentments against Chinese governance. What can be done to achieve a peaceful solution? Join us for a Teach-in on Tibet that will survey Tibetan history, religion, and politics as a background to understanding recent events.
Speakers include Dorothy Berger, co-chair, International Tibet Support Network; Jhampa Kalsang, author, Tibetan Astro-Science; Kalsang Peling, San Diego Friends of Tibet; and Karma Lekshe Tsomo, associate Professor, Theology & Religious Studies, USD. Sponsored by the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, USD.
Admission: Free
Location: Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice Conference Room C&D (First Floor), University of San Diego, 5998 Alcal? Park
For more information:
Phone: (619) 260-7509
or
Visit: peace.sandiego.edu
or
Email:
Speakers include Dorothy Berger, co-chair, International Tibet Support Network; Jhampa Kalsang, author, Tibetan Astro-Science; Kalsang Peling, San Diego Friends of Tibet; and Karma Lekshe Tsomo, associate Professor, Theology & Religious Studies, USD. Sponsored by the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, USD.
Admission: Free
Location: Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice Conference Room C&D (First Floor), University of San Diego, 5998 Alcal? Park
For more information:
Phone: (619) 260-7509
or
Visit: peace.sandiego.edu
or
Email:
