Conclusion of the Foundational Course 2025

Today, we successfully concluded our three-week Foundational Course. During this time, our General Secretary, Ven. Lama Thabkhas, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all teachers, interpreters, course coordinators, respected department heads, and students for their dedication and efforts.

Lama la highlighted the significance of this institute and emphasized the vision of His Holiness the 16th Karmapa, underscoring how this course will be beneficial to each student on an individual level.

As a gesture of appreciation, the KIBI administration presented tokens of gratitude to the teachers, interpreters, and course coordinators, while offering scarves to all students. To mark the conclusion of this semester, a special high tea and snacks were arranged for all teachers, Sangha members, and students, fostering a sense of community and celebration.

We will be announcing the exact date of the next semester soon, with the confirmed month being February 2026.

May all beings always be happy, and may the knowledge gained from our institute serve to benefit all sentient beings.