The Istiqlal Mosque is the largest mosque in Southeast Asia and the symbol of the Muslim nation in Indonesia. Professor of religion Pieternella van Doorn-Harder, Avalon French (’14), Bailey Stinson (’14), Cana Noel (’13) and Samanda Emery (’13) are standing in front of a drum used to signify when it’s time for prayer.

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Students climbed to the top of the Borobudur, one of the largest Buddhist shrines in the world. The shrine, once buried after a volcanic eruption and dug up in the 19th century, is covered with images that depict the life of Buddha.

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Students met with the Institute for Inter-Religious Dialogue, called Interfedi. The Institute is made up of a large network of religious groups to combat the radical Muslim movement threatening to enforce one religion throughout Indonesia.

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Students watched a performance at the Shadow Puppets Theatre in Yogyakarta. The puppets, made of leather, explain the story of Islam and perform the traditional story of Hindu epics.

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The National Commission on Violence Against Women is a government organization that advocates for women’s rights. Bailey Stinson ('14), Samanda Emery ('13), and professor of religion Pieternella van Doorn-Harder met with the commission’s Vice President to discuss its role and the position of women within the Qur’an.

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