There have been several Shusos at SFZC since early 2024, when we last ran a feature on them. Please see below to get up to date on our four newest Shusos. Warm wishes and congratulations to all!

Senior Dharma Teacher Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts (l) and Shuso Nyokai Shindo Kristin Diggs (r) during the Winter 2025 practice period at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center

Shuso Gyokudo Doshin Nadia Arroudj (l) and Abbot Jiryu Rutschman-Byler (r) during the Fall 2024 Practice Period at Green Gulch Farm

Shuso Mike Smith (l) and Abbot Dōshin Mako Volkel (r) during the Fall 2024 practice period at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center

Senior Dharma Teacher Ryushin Paul Haller (l) and Shuso Myles Cowherd – Ancient Forest, Wonderous Awakening – (r) during the Winter 2024 Practice Period at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center.