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College and Department of Buddhist Studies, FGU
Practice Education
Practice Education
Practice-Based Education is distinguished by its holistic learning model centered on communal living, communal meals, shared learning, and shared resources. Learning extends beyond the classroom and is fully integrated into daily life.
Through everyday practices such as kitchen service, meal service, formal dining rituals, temple maintenance, and morning and evening chanting, students cultivate a spirit of service and altruism, develop a strong sense of responsibility, and gain firsthand experience of the rich traditions of Chinese Buddhist culture. Communal dining, guided by the principle of not being selective about food, fosters gratitude, mindfulness, and respect for resources.
A structured daily schedule within a shared living environment helps students build self-discipline and healthy routines, while nurturing qualities of cooperation, harmony, and respect for communal norms. These experiences gradually shape a character grounded in integrity, responsibility, and reliability. In a shared learning environment, students exchange ideas, learn collaboratively, and support one another, strengthening motivation, communication skills, and critical thinking.
In addition, students enjoy access to dedicated residential and learning facilities within the Buddhist College, creating a focused, supportive, and intellectually enriching environment. This setting offers an ideal space for students committed to the academic study and lived practice of Buddhism to grow, reflect, and thrive.
►Religious Practice:
Buddhist practice which includes 15 minutes of morning and evening chanting (Monday to Friday) are incorporated into the structured and disciplined lifestyle.
Every first week of the winter and summer holiday, students will get to experience seven days of meditation (Chan practice) or chanting of Buddha’s name (Pure Land practice).
