How You Can Support the Library
We welcome your support in fulfilling the mission of Maitripa College, including the vision for the James A. Blumenthal Library. Read about our current need and priorities below – and to make a secure online donation now in any amount of your choosing, please click on the button with our deepest thanks!
The James A. Blumenthal Library strategic plan anticipates short-term and long-term development in many essential areas. Current priorities for the 2018-2019 academic year include:
Academic & Information Resources
Students require training in academic resources including use of library services and research tools, academic writing, and western academic scholarly conventions in the field of Buddhist Studies. The library is also poised to become a support for faculty and instructor professional development, classroom support, and planning and assessment of curricula.
Professional Librarian
As we grow, management of collections, patrons, circulation and information services, and expanding opportunities for relationships with other institutions and online services, require expertise and time from dedicated support staff.
Print & Digital Acquisition Plans
Students and faculty deserve continual acquisitions in support of the courses and curricula Maitripa offers, particularly in areas with increasing relevance to Buddhist Studies. As journals and interdisciplinary connections emerge relevant to Buddhist Studies, and applications of Buddhist practice in our world multiply, so to do our acquisition plans, to ensure breadth and depth in Buddhist and area studies.
Digital holdings are increasingly becoming a necessity for students, and we are eager to offer digital books and more comprehensive online journal subscriptions to meet the needs of our growing programs.
Your contribution goes directly to our growing Library Fund, supporting the Library’s mission of becoming a world-class Buddhist Studies Research Library. We welcome you to come and enjoy this great resource of Buddhist learning and support its important development.
The strategic plans and development priorities of the library are informed by student, faculty, and patron surveys, academic consultants, and our librarian advisors. We are pleased to provide more information upon request, to [email protected].
Volunteer
The James A. Blumenthal Library welcomes volunteers to provide invaluable services in supporting patrons, reshelving books, assisting the Librarian with ongoing projects and creating a warm and helpful space for exploring interests, conducting research, and collaborative learning. Training is provided for those interested in offering weekly or occasional support. Please contact library@maitripa.org o
Community Membership Program
We are pleased to extend access to our incredible collections and services for community members who are not currently enrolled students. Become a member of the James A. Blumenthal Library for $35 and receive borrowing privileges and access to research and information services for one year. Many community friends have found library membership an integral part of their intellectual and spiritual growth, and enjoyed browsing the selves. For more information, to apply, or to renew your Membership, please click here.
Wish List
Support the print collection acquisition plan and meet the evolving needs of our educational programs in Buddhist Studies and related fields by donating books listed on our Alibris Wishlist (click here).
Wisdom Publications
FPMT Education Department
KTD Publications & Namze Bangzo Bookstore
Snow Lion Publications
Dharma Publishing
Jim Blumenthal
Susan and Jack Blumenthal
Tim Blumenthal
Roger Jackson
José Cabezón
David Patt
David Komito
Jim Sears