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Since 1964, the Institute of Buddhist Studies has been dedicated to preparing women and men for the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha ministry, fostering the understanding and development of Shin Buddhist thought in contemporary America, and nurturing in our students a harmony of academic excellence and deepening religious awareness

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Upcoming Events

2008 Fall Student Orientation
August 26, 2008
Orientation provides both new and continuing IBS students the opportunity t...
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Women in American Buddhism
August 29, 2008
Blending Tradition, Community, and Family Confrence August 29 - 31, 2008...
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News and Announcements

Fall Semester Begins September 2
Posted on: August 7, 2008
As the 2008 Fall Semester approaches, we wanted to make sure our new and co...
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Online Courses for Fall 2008
Posted on: August 7, 2008
This Fall we are pleased to offer the following online courses. Tibet...
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