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Introduction to Buddhism

Course #: ASIAN 215L

Description:
This course surveys the Buddhist religion from past to present. The focus is on central teachings, practices, and institutions in their diverse historical and social contexts, from ancient India to various lands of East and Southeast Asia and the contemporary world. Particular attention is given to Buddhist narratives, disciplines, cosmologies, and historical developments.

Notes:
RELSTY 215L and ASIAN 215L are the same course.

Pre Requisites:

Offered in:

2025 Fall

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 4664 TuTh
9:30 - 10:45 am
Carstens,Charles University Hall Y02-2110
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/02/2025 - 12/12/2025
Capacity: 40
Enrolled: 40
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: World Cultures, Library and other resources, no cost materials

2026 Winter

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 1172 MTuWThF
8:30 - 11:30 am
Carstens,Charles REMOTE
Session: WS1 3W
Class Dates: 01/05/2026 - 01/23/2026
Capacity: 13
Enrolled: 5
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: This course uses Open Educational Resources (OER) course material. There is no cost for the course material for this course. For more information about OER, please visit open.umb.edu.
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: World Cultures