Burma (aka the Republic of the Union of Myanmar) has received escalating international attention in recent years. Its geo-political location is critical to the strategic interests of world superpowers. Meditation practitioners and lovers of Buddhist philosophy from around the globe have gathered in its monasteries to study its rich intellectual and religious heritage. Recent political reforms have opened up lucrative business opportunities as well as urgent questions about Burma’s political transition to democratic governance. There has been no better time to study this country. The Department of South Asian Studies welcomes you to join its introductory and intermediate courses in Burmese language. Please contact the instructor and/or attend the first meeting if interested.
Burmese will not be offered 2024-2025.