The  DePaul  University  Zen  Society

Special Events

Sesshin:  Intensive Retreats

One of the activities open to DePaul Zen Society members is sesshin, traditional intensive Zen retreats.  Lasting from 4 to 6 days, sesshin are incredible opportunities to deepen your Zen training and look deeply into who you really are.

Sesshin are held three-four times yearly.  See the "Calendar" page for dates.


Zazenkai:  Mini Zen Retreats

Zazenkai are one-day practice sessions, usually lasting about 6 hours.  These mini retreats are conducted at Daiyuzenji temple in Chicago on the first Saturday of every month, 6:30-11:30pm. 


Lectures

The Society offers periodic public lectures on Zen or Zen-related topics.


Other Events

We have plans for a number of events, both practice-related and social.  If you have an idea for a Zen Society event, come to a meeting and let us know!