ACLS director of International Programs Dr. Deena Ragavan discusses a long partnership supporting Buddhist Studies scholars
Stephanie Balkwill’s new book shines a light on the women-led system of monastic influence on medieval Chinese royal affairs
Prof. Klaus-Dieter Mathes speaks with Rebecca Wong about his passion for translating Buddhist texts and what motivates his studies
Jeffrey Hopkins was one of the 20th century’s greatest scholars of Tibetan Buddhism, leaving behind an admirable body of work and countless appreciative students and colleagues
Guided by the vision of Ven. Jikwan, the 20 volume masterpiece took over four decades of intense work to complete
Many scholars noted religious experiences that led them to their interest in Buddhism while some commented on the tension between these personal experiences and their scholarly work
The quest for authenticity in modern Buddhism can be misleading, but it also might be the very essence of the practice
Loukota was remembered for his “once-in-a-generation” intellect as well as his kindness and collegiality
Academics are studying how Buddhist ideas and practices have increasingly been incorporated into the end-of-life plans of people outside of Buddhist cultures
The popular Canadian program has been a success with students, fostering cultural understanding and mental health awareness
Kassidy Evans tells the story of the first Buddhist fraternity in an American university and its unique contribution to American Buddhism
The new president of the American Academy of Religion discusses her plans for the West’s largest religious studies organization
