The University Buddhist Association of UCLA is an organization of students, faculty, and community members who come together to learn about and practice Buddhism. We're a non-sectarian Buddhist group that welcomes all Buddhists and non-Buddhist of all faiths and traditions. All of our activities and events are offered free of charge, and encompass several broad goals:

• Bringing the Sangha to the University
  In order for students to meet and learn about a variety of Buddhist traditions, the UBA sponsors guest speakers from many of the local temples in Southern California to come and speak at UCLA.

• Bringing the Students to the Community
  The UBA utilizes the passion of young Buddhists to reach out into the larger community and become connected beyond our college years. We sponsor field trips, retreats, and community service to forge the bonds that can last a lifetime.
  

• Bringing Buddhism to the Disucssion
  The Buddhist teachings offer a perspective not found elsewhere, and a set of responsibilities unique to the religion. The UBA participates in interfaith events and dialog to make the Buddhist voice heard and understood.

Once most of the members seem to have come, and we've given time for a few of the stragglers, we proceed upstairs to the chapel or to the recreation room on the first floor, sit confortably in a circle and listen to a short Dharma talk by Rev. Kusala. After the talk, there is time for questions, and a few moments to stretch your legs before we begin seated meditation. We then sit silently in meditation for fifteen to twenty minutes, after which Rev. Kusala offers us a chant on loving kindness and we share some group announcements. Everything is done in English, and there's always time for questions. Come join us for an evening of beautiful spiritual teachings and relaxation soon!

Getting to the UCC:
Some students have difficulty finding the UCC for their first meditation, and even once they have arrived, are unsure if they've found the right place. Clicking on the map can be helpful for people who do not yet know the area. Here are some other helpful hints to find the UCC.

• The UCC is across the street from campus, between several of the fraternities.
• If you're standing at crossing Gayley via Strathmore remember that the UCC is located south of Strathmore, towards Westwood Village.
• Usually there will be several students waiting in the lobby of the UCC, just ask one if they're from the UBA if you're unsure if you're at the right place.
• If there is no one in the lobby, perhaps we've already started the Dharma talk. Walk upstairs and peek inside the chapel. If you see a group of students seated on the floor, quietly enter and sit in the circle right along with us.