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PUBLIC PROGRAMS

PUBLIC TEACHINGS & EVENTS IN THE JOKHANG MEDITATION HALL: Maitripa's traditional Tibetan Buddhist shrine room hosts weekly public practices and special visiting teacher events; see calendars and events on the right and >more

CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM: Many academic classes are open to the public on a basis of non-credit continuing education open enrollment. >details


STUDENT LIFE & RESOURCES

MAITRIPA & BUDDHIST HIGHER
EDUCATION IN THE WEST

"In general we should think of Buddhist higher education as something like an inner treasure. It is the internal lamp that illuminates ignorance..." -Yangsi Rinpoche > Read entire article


GIVING CIRCLE

ABOUT MAITRIPA

ADMINISTRATION

MEDIA: PHOTO & VIDEO GALLERIES

Historical and current photos galleries.

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NEWS MEDIA

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

DISTANCE LEARNING / ONLINE COURSES


Registration is now open for fall 2010 online classes ! >Learn more and view a sample online class

SERVICE LEARNING / COMMUNITY SERVICE

Maitripa College's Service Learning program offers students the opportunity to integrate their education into action and to offer their best back into our community and the world. >more


RESEARCH LIBRARY (click on image for link)

ACADEMIC FACULTY & VISITING TEACHERS

YANGSI RINPOCHE, Geshe Lharampa, President & Professor of Buddhist Studies



Since its founding, Maitripa's innovative approach and academic vision has attracted some of the most respected and accomplished teachers of Buddhism in the west as faculty, guest lecturers and/or participants in academic conferences and forums. >more


2010 ACADEMIC CALENDAR

Applications NOW BEING ACCEPTED for FALL entry into all Degree & Certificate Programs

Registration is NOW OPEN for FALL COURSES (INHOUSE & ONLINE/DISTANCE LEARNING)

ACADEMIC CALENDAR:
JANUARY 27: Spring 2010 Semester Begins
MARCH 28 - APRIL 11: Spring Break
MAY 25: Spring 2010 Semester Ends
JUNE 28 - AUGUST 22: Online (Distance Learning) Summer Session
AUGUST 30:
Fall 2010 Semester Begins
NOVEMBER 21 -28: Fall (Thanksgiving) Break
DECEMBER 18: Fall 2010 Semester Ends

2010 ACADEMIC APPLICATION
& REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
MAY 3: Registration Opens for New Online (Distance Learning) Summer Program
JULY 5: Online Summer Registration Closes (last day to add or drop classes)
JULY 15: Registration Opens for Fall 2010 Semester
AUGUST 15: Application Deadline for Fall Entry into all Degree and Certificate Programs (Extended Deadline)
SEPTEMBER 12: Fall 2010 Class Registration Closes (last day to add or drop classes)


2010 MONTHLY CALENDARS
NEWS & UPCOMING PUBLIC EVENTS

ALL ARE WELCOME for these public events which take place in the Jokhang and are by donation only unless otherwise noted. Please join us!

July 20-31: DISCOVERING BUDDHISM: The Spiritual Teacher with Ven. Mindrol; Attend any or all sessions; donation only; >details
Tuesday July 20, 7-9 pm
Thursday July 22, 7-9 pm
Tuesday July 27, 7-9 pm
Thursday July 29, 7-9 pm;
Retreat Day is July 31

Sunday, August 1, 10:00-10:30 am: INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION Learn the basics of posture, breathing, and calming your mind; 10:30 am-12:00: MEDICINE BUDDHA PUJA Join us for this beautiful practice renowned for healing among many other benefits for the mind. Led by Maitripa Graduates &/or Ordained Sangha; all welcome

Tuesday, August 3, 7:00 – 8:30 pm: ENLIGHTENED PROFESSIONALS SERIES:
DISASTER DHARMA ~ ENGAGED BUDDHISM IN HAITI with Jordan Van Voast of Communici Acupuncture; drop in; donations welcome >details

Thursday, August 5, 6:00-7:00 MONTHLY OPEN HOUSE: Please join us for refreshments and conversation with Maitripa staff and alumni on the College and its programs. Followed by Film Screening & Talk (click here for more & see description below).

Thursday, August 5, 7:00 – 9:00 pm: ENLIGHTENED PROFESSIONALS
SERIES: A TALK & SCREENING OF A POWERFUL NEW FILM:
RAW FAITH a documentary profiling the spiritual journey of celebrated minister and author, Marilyn Sewell. Dr. Sewell will be on hand to discuss the film. drop in; donations welcome; >details

Sunday, August 8, 10:00-10:30 am: INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION; 10:30 am-12:00: MEDICINE BUDDHA PUJA

Tuesday, August 10, 7:00 – 8:30 pm: ENLIGHTENED PROFESSIONALS SERIES
PARENTING AS SPIRITUAL PRACTICE: A Panel of Community Parents including Angie Garcia and Carina Rumrill; drop in; donations welcome >details

Thursday, August 12, 7:00 – 8:30 pm: ENLIGHTENED PROFESSIONALS SERIES
THE NATURAL WISDOM OF KIDS: THEY'LL TELL YOU IF YOU LISTEN with Dan Rubin, PsyD; drop in; donations welcome >details

SUMMER AT MAITRIPA: The administrative office will be open throughout the summer; however please call 503-235-2477 or email info@maitripa.org in advance to schedule an appointment other than the events listed here so that we can be available for your needs.



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