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Past Dalai Lama Fellows

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Past Fellows (2023-2024)

Ronny Abdullah (’26) is a sophomore majoring in Electrical Engineering and is deeply passionate about the intricate relationship between Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Neuroscience. His strong passion for these innovative fields inspires him to engage in impactful projects that tackle significant global issues. Beyond academics, Ronny is an avid fitness enthusiast, finding balance and inspiration through running and physical wellness.

Lizbeth Zambrano-Sanchez (’26) (she/her/ella) is an undergraduate scientist-activist at Stanford studying Earth Systems, focusing on justice, energy, and land. She is also a Mexican community organizer from the hood out of East Los Angeles and is ready to develop community-centered energy equity solutions. In her spare time, you can catch her spending time with loved ones, swimming, and reading poetry. 

Susanna Newsom (’26). I’m a sophomore at Stanford, and I’m passionate about the intersection of Christianity and social justice! I believe that “every act of selfless love is a declaration of faith” (shoutout Bob Goff) and Christianity is a calling to go towards suffering, be with people who are hurting, prioritize other people above ourselves (countercultural, right?), and let go of our agendas! I feel closest to God when I spend time with/in His creation, and I feel a special inclination toward mental health advocacy and prison reform. At Stanford, I’m a Psychology Major, Creative Writing Minor, Tour Guide, Bridge Peer Counselor, Outdoor Trip Leader, and member of RUF! I also recently performed in Gaieties, and, outside of school, I work with Elephant Havens (an elephant orphanage in Botswana) and spend most of my summers at Camp Greystone!

Jeannette Wang (’26) (she/her) is a sophomore studying political science and public policy. She is passionate about developing solutions that address national issues with local nuance. With the fellowship, she hopes to combat polarization on campus and create a culture of openness to a diversity of viewpoints along the political spectrum. 
 

Ezekiel Contreras-Forrest (’24) is a graduating senior at Stanford University. He is passionate about affecting change in marginalized communities at home and abroad. His project is centered around developing community centers for orphaned and foster youth. By developing this support, he hopes to give the youth opportunities to attain an education, develop their passions and live good lives in the future. 

Omkar Katre (’27)

Tenzin Choesang Scholer (’26)

Troy Schouten (’24)

Emma Thain (’25)