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IBS Commencement 2010

May 18, 2010

Mr. George T. Aratani, a long time supporter of Institute of Buddhist Studies, was presented […]

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IBS 60th Anniversary Celebration

September 3, 2009

The Institute of Buddhist Studies (IBS), a graduate seminary for Shin Buddhist Ministry and Buddhist Studies, celebrated its 60th anniversary on Tuesday, September 1, 2009 from 11 a.m. at the Jodo Shinshu Center (JSC). Some 80 persons were in attendance.

The ceremony included an opening service led by Bishop Koshin Ogui, Socho and President of IBS. Socho Ogui in his welcome remarks expressed his gratitude to all the BCA members who helped in the growth of IBS throughout the years and to the IBS staff for moving the IBS towards a strong Buddhist Educational Institution.

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IBS 60th Anniversary

August 4, 2009

The Institute of Buddhist Studies, a Seminary and Graduate School, will celebrate it’s 60th anniversary on Tuesday, September 1, 2009 at its Jodo Shinshu Center campus, 2140 Durant Avenue, Berkeley, CA from 11 a.m.

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2009 Vesak Celebration

May 20, 2009

The Buddhist Council of Northern California (BCNC) will hosts the annual Vesak Celebration on Saturday, […]

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