Through Well, Abdur-Rahman
February 2, 2026
The Buddhist monks chose the HBCU as a resting place during their vigorous walk.
As Buddhist monks reached day 98 of their journey on their headline ‘Walk For Peace’, the pious men took a rest at a certain HBCU.
On the weekend of January 30, the monks decided to break their long journey at Virginia State University. The monks chose to spend their Saturday evening on the HBCU campus, greeting members of the diverse community as they drove through the snow.
HBCU game day confirmed the news passed on by the organizers of Walk For Peace. Sightings of the traveling monks have become popular as spectators can watch their journey in real time. Those standing near the Petersburg Institute could also catch a glimpse of the monumental walk.
The monks continued their travels despite last week’s Winter Storm Fern, which brought historic wind chills and snow to areas of the Southeast. With the walk covering 2,300 miles to reach Washington, DC, the monks are just one state away from reaching their destination.
As passersby watched the monks make their way to the HBCU, their communications stopped once the travelers settled in for the evening. Although they were happy with the support, the men set a limit: no visiting hours during bedtime.
The hikers have now left the destination and are approaching their goal as they head towards Richmond, confirmed by their live map. Despite the brief meeting, the meeting marked a historic moment for both the Buddhist monks and the state of Virginia, bringing the two sides together for this unique opportunity.
Throughout their journey, the symbolic walk has emphasized peace, unity and resilience. Their stops along the way have also recognized other movements for equality and justice, including stops in historically relevant cities such as Selma, Alabama.
As the journey progresses, the monks highlight places that align with their values, demonstrating the innate connection to the mission of HBCUs.
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