May 9th 2006

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Dept. of Studies in Religion
John Woolley Building, A20
University of Sydney
Sydney NSW 2006
fax: (02) 9351 7758

executive@buddhiststudies.org.au
http://www.buddhiststudies.org.au

AABS Conference Update
Dear list members,

The AABS conference, originally scheduled for 16 June 2006, will be extended for one day and now be held on 16-17 June 2006.

Explanation: at the moment we have 16 presentations but the number will likely rise to 20 or more. The EC of the AABS decided that at this stage of existence of our association it would be beneficial if all participants have the opportunity to hear all presentations and excluded the option of holding concurrent panels. The fact that many of the participants are coming from out of state influenced the decision. Also influential was the fact that many of the presenters have never previously met and are unaware of each-others' research.

We apologize for any inconvenience this cause to your schedules.

Regards

AABS Executive

Registration
Conference registration fees: $80.00 AUS/ $40.00 AUS for students. This includes lunch, morning and afternoon tea for both days. Please advise us of your dietary requirements. Early registration will help us greatly in determining the menu and selecting rooms. We appreciate your cooperation.

Registration and other conference details are available on the conference page of our web site.

We are planning informal dinner on Friday evening, around 7.00 pm, at one of the nearby restaurants. Please notify us of your intention to participate before 1 June so we can make appropriate reservation.

AABS Annual General Meeting
As part of the conference, on Saturday, 17 June 2006, the AABS will hold its annual General Meeting and Elections for the Executive Committee members. Call for nominations and explanation of the procedure will follow within a week but will be sent only to registered members.

If you are interested in nominating a candidate or taking active role in the AABS organization, please register as soon as possible.  To register as member please fill out a membership form and forward payment.

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