Aspire to Be At Least 1% Bodhisattva
Professor Spotlight

Unveiling the wisdom of a beloved professor: Discover Bhikshuni Jin Jr's personal philosophy and hopes for her students!
Read more here.
 

The Sixth Annual Student Symposium 
Studying at DRBU

The Annual Student Symposium is an annual celebration for the entire university community to come together—students, faculty, staff, and friends—to hear about what students have been learning and exploring in their classes.
Check out the photos and presentations!

What I’m Doing Now Will Help My Future
An Interview with Bach Nguyen

Bach Nguyen (BA’26), a freshman from Vietnam, spent seven years preparing himself to apply for DRBU. His affinity with this community began in the Instill Goodness & Developing Virtue Boys School summer camp at CTTB in 2015. Meeting Rev. Heng Sure again after seven years. Read more here!
 

Once Upon a Time in Taiwan
A Study Abroad Experience

Follow the journey of a DRBU student, Justin Howe (MA’19), as he embarks on a summer Chinese language program in Taiwan.
Find out more of Justin's adventure. 

Student Podcast
Two New Episodes

Listen to DRBU President Susan Rounds' rapid-fire interview and reflections from alum Nahelia Aguilar '21 on Coming to DRBU and Listening to Oneself.
 

Mendocino International Summer Music Academy
July 9 - 22, 2023 

Come and join us for this unique experience of learning, practicing, and performing with world-renowned and award-winning guitar, piano, and saxophone faculty! Daily schedule includes meditation, taiqi, and personal wellness technique workshops to support participants' music journey and well-being. Ages 16 + are welcome to apply! Learn more.

Seminar on Reading & Translating Buddhist Texts
July 21 - Aug 6, 2023 

This seven-day seminar held in the peaceful setting of a Mahayana Buddhist monastery in Ukiah, California—the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas, will introduce participants to early Buddhist literature.  Learn more.