The Convergence of
Science & Spirituality

Must the domains of science and spirituality be at odds? Or could a greater convergence between the two provide new resources and insights to help humanity meet the challenges before us?

We are privileged to have a highly distinguished panel of speakers, who will lead an informative discussion on the possibilities and practicalities of a greater convergence of science and spirituality, and how the Emory-Tibet Science Initiative, a landmark undertaking to introduce comprehensive science education for Tibetan monastics, is working to fulfill this vision of H.H. the Dalai Lama.

“I have long believed in and advocated a dialogue and cross-fertilization between science and spirituality, as both are essential for enriching human life and alleviating suffering on both individual and global levels. The Emory-Tibet Science Initiative has a unique opportunity to fulfill this need.” - H.H. the Dalai Lama

Emory University invites you to attend

The Convergence of
Science & Spirituality

with
Richard Gere
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Daniel Goleman
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Matthieu Ricard
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Geshe Lobsang Negi
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Special remarks by
Lodi Gyari Rinpoche
Special Envoy of His Holiness the Dalai Lama
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and
Robert A. Paul
Dean, Emory College of Arts & Science

Friday, October 9, 2009
Reception 6:30 pm • Panel discussion 7:30 pm

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Renaissance Mayflower Hotel
1127 Connecticut Avenue NW • Washington, D.C. 20036

Please register by calling 404-712-9296 or on-line at
www.tibet.emory.edu/scienceandspirituality

Levels of Support:

SUPPORTERS [$150 or more]
• one seat at The Convergence of Science and Spirituality panel discussion
• attendance for one at the general cocktail reception before the panel discussion

SPONSORS [$500 or more]
• one reserved seat at The Convergence of Science and Spirituality panel discussion
• attendance for one at a private reception with the panelists

BENEFACTORS [$2,500 or more]
• two reserved seats at The Convergence of Science and Spirituality panel discussion
• attendance for two at a private reception with the panelists
• recognition as Benefit Committee Member in all print and web materials

PATRONS [$10,000 or more]
• two preferred, reserved seats at The Convergence of Science and Spirituality panel discussion
• attendance for two at a private reception with the panelists
• invitation to private events during His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 2010 visit to Emory University
• recognition as Benefit Committee Member in all print and web materials

The fair market value (FMV) of your contribution is $50 per person.

Proceeds from this event will establish an endowment for The Emory-Tibet Science Initiative, a program that is developing and implementing a comprehensive science education curriculum for Tibetan monks and nuns at the request of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This is an enormous undertaking, and will require significant human and financial resources to ensure that it achieves its full potential. The project has made substantial strides over the past two years, but much work remains to be done. We hope you will support this meaningful project as generously as you can.

How can H.H. the Dalai Lama’s vision of a greater convergence of science and spirituality help us meet the challenges before us? How is the Emory-Tibet Science Initiative working to fulfill this vision?

Our Internationally Noted Panelists Include: Richard Gere Actor and humanitarian Daniel Goleman, Ph.D. Psychologist and best-selling author Matthieu Ricard, Ph.D. Best-selling author, scientist and Buddhist monk Geshe Lobsang Negi, Ph.D. Buddhist teacher and co-Director, Emory-Tibet Science Initiative

Emory professor Arri Eisen conducts a biology lesson for Tibetan monks and nuns in Dharamsala, India, June 2009.

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