Monks rested at an HBCU last weekend, as Virginia State University was confirmed as the night rest location for Day 98 of the Walk for Peace journey.In an update shared by the Walk for Peace team, the group announced that the walkers settled in at Virginia State in Petersburg, Va., on Saturday night (1/31/2026). The walk has drawn attention for its message of calm, compassion, and community—and for the sight of Buddhist monks moving steadily mile by mile through winter weather.For those planning to show support, the organizers are asking for understanding: there were no visiting hours at the night rest location for Day 98. That means supporters should not have expected an on-site meet-and-greet once the group arrived for the evening.For Virginia State, the stop was a reminder that an HBCU campus can be more than a place for classes and games—it can also be a place where larger human stories pass through. Whether you’re watching from nearby or checking in from miles away, it’s a moment to pause and reflect on what peace looks like in practice.
