The 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet acknowledges the massive crowd and receives a standing ovation at the University of Oregon’s Matthew Knight Arena. The speech, “The Path to Peace and Happiness in the Global Society,” addressed political, social and environmental issues relevant to today’s generation. (Mason Trinca/Emerald)

Matthew Knight Arena was filled to the brim with almost 11,000 attending audience members, more than any other event in Matthew Knight Arena history. This panorama was composed of six separate images. (Mason Trinca/Emerald)

The Dalai Lama laughs with the audience during the question and answer period. The monk was presented with a University of Oregon visor, which was given as gift by President Michael Gottfredson during introductions. (Mason Trinca/Emerald)

UO President Michael Gottfredson introduces the Dalai Lama in front of the thousands of audience members at Matthew Knight Arena. (Mason Trinca/Emerald)

UO President Michael Gottfredson presents the Dalai Lama with a presidential medal, the highest honor the UO can bestow, at Matthew Knight Arena. (Mason Trinca/Emerald)

The Dalai Lama listens to his interpreter during a questioning period presented by the students, faculty and community members at Matthew Knight Arena. (Mason Trinca/Emerald)

Thousands of people listen to the words of wisdom presented by the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet at Matthew Knight Arena. (Mason Trinca/Emerald)