Student Society

RYI Student Society was formed in 2004 by a group of students who wanted to take an active role in helping organize community events and in effectively representing student voices to the administration of RYI. All students can join the clubs. The representatives are elected directly by the student body. The Student Society is a useful forum for discussions of all student matters and for giving students influence in the life of RYI.

The RYI Student Society aims to:

Foster Community and Networking: Provide a platform for students to meet, interact, and build relationships with peers with similar interests or academic goals. Create a sense of belonging and community within the student body.
Enhance Learning and Development: Encourage the development of soft skills such as leadership, teamwork, and communication.
Promote Extracurricular Activities: Organize events, activities, and projects that complement academic learning and provide a break from the rigors of coursework. Encourage participation in cultural, social, and recreational activities.
Advocate for Student Interests: Represent the interests and concerns of students to the RYI administration and other relevant bodies. Provide a voice for students in decision-making processes that affect their academic and social environment.
Encourage Diversity and Inclusion: Promote an inclusive environment where students from diverse backgrounds feel welcome and valued. Organize events and initiatives that celebrate cultural diversity and foster mutual understanding

Student Society Representatives 2023-2024 ( Olof, Alexi, and Gabriel) and Student Society Current Clubs

Other Events

Student Society Activities
The Student Society actively organizes a wide range of events and initiatives that enrich student life, foster community engagement, and support personal development. These activities include:

Community Engagement & Social Activities

Weekend excursions and nature outings
Environmental projects and community service
Social gatherings, such as:
- Movie nights
- Themed parties
- Cultural events

Club Support & Special Interest Groups
The Student Society also supports a vibrant network of student-led clubs, offering opportunities to explore diverse interests:

Arts & Expression
- Poetry Club
- Music Therapy Club
- Awakening Band
- Bollywood Dance Club
- Tibetan Dance Club
- Swing Society
- Sanskrit Chanting Club

Spiritual & Philosophical
- Chod Practice Group
- An Alternative Perspective: Discussions on philosophy, literature & essays beyond the Buddhist curriculum
- Tibetan Culture Immersion Club