The Buddhist Study Center presents

Summer Session 2026 
Rethinking Buddhist Education
with Rev. Dr. Aaron Proffitt

July 27-29 at BSC (Mon.–Wed.)
Evening sessions, in person and online

August 1 at ‘Aiea Hongwanji (Sat.)
Daytime workshop, in person

Evening Session Topics at BSC

• July 27, 6-8 p.m.: “Entering the Mahayana Multiverse”
• July 28, 6-8 p.m.: “Shin Buddhism as Basic Buddhism”
• July 29, 6-8 p.m.: “Buddhism is Simple, Buddhist Studies is Complicated”

Half-Day Retreat at ‘Aiea Hongwanji

• August 1, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.: “Buddhism and Family Culture”

Rev. Dr. Proffitt will draw on his experiences from both the college level and from his Albany sangha. He will focus on his journey as a parent and how the Dharma provides him with resources to build a family culture rooted in Buddhist wisdom and compassion.
Families are invited to attend; childcare with activities for children will be provided.

For complete information and registration:
Visit the Summer Session web page on the BSC website.