IBS 75th Anniversary Celebration
November 16 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Join us in commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Institute of Buddhist Studies. For over seven decades, IBS has been a pioneering force in Buddhist education, shaping scholars, ministers, and leaders who have brought wisdom, compassion, and transformative action into the world.
We invite you to a special afternoon of reflection, celebration, and community on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, followed by a reception. Whether you are a current student, alumni, supporter, or community member, this event offers a meaningful way to honor the legacy and future of our school.
This event also includes our annual memorial service.
Please visit our commemorative 75th anniversary website to read about IBS history, view photos and videos of current and past students, and to register for this event.
Schedule of events:
Opening Ceremony (student-led pan-Buddhist ritual)
Words of Welcome: Scott Mitchell, President
Leroy Morishita, Chair, IBS Board of Trustees
Video (slideshow) of IBS history
Panel Presentation
- Dr. Paula Arai, moderator
- Dr. Nancy Lin, moderator
- Letesa Isler, current student
- Victor Ogundipe, current student
- Amy Shoemaker, current student
- Landon Yamaoka, alum
- Jamie Kimmel, alum
- Thomas Calobrisi, alum
A tribute to Rev. Dr. Seigen Yamaoka
Memorial (Eitaikyo) Service
Reception