Listening to one hand clapping

Unfazed by the stringency of Zen practices, an increasing number of college students are joining Zen camps during their holiday time to satisfy their curiosity about the discipline and learn things that aren't taught in school

By Vico Lee / STAFF REPORTER

Whether joining the camp out of pure curiosity or reluctantly, these students learn a precious life lesson.

Although Sheng Yen's busy schedule will prevent him from teaching students in person this year, it hasn't stopped nearly 1,000 students from signing up as early as two months before the event. They will listen to Sheng Yen's words of wisdom on video.

The second Dharma Drum Mountain College Students' Zen Camp will be held from July 17 to July 22.