On April 30, 2025, in response to their invitation, Guru Vajradhara His Holiness the 12th Chamgon Kenting Tai Situpa attended as the chief guest at the 24th graduation ceremony of the College for Higher Tibetan Studies, Sarah.

Upon arrival, Guru Vajradhara was welcomed with an elaborate ceremonial procession by the college's faculty, staff, and students, who escorted him to the assembly hall. After lighting a butter lamp and paying homage to the sacred representations, Guru Vajradhara took his seat alongside special guest the Secretary of office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama Lama, as well as Secretaries from the Departments of Religion and Culture and Education, along with the college's faculty, staff, and students.

The ceremony began with the chanting of prayers, followed by the serving of traditional tea and sweet rice. The Principal of both the Institute of Buddhist Dialectics and College for Higher Tibetan Studies delivered a speech related to the occasion. The distinguished guests presented certificates and awards to several staff members and students, and also launched several book publications.

Guru Vajradhara then presented certificates to Vietnamese students who had completed studies in Buddhist philosophy and logic, followed by diplomas to the graduates of the college's 24th cohort. After this, he delivered a special address on the theme of "How Today's Youth Should Preserve and Promote Traditional Religion and Culture," offering valuable guidance and advice.

The ceremony concluded with the Principal delivering a vote of thanks, bringing the graduation event to an auspicious conclusion.

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