Expansion of South Asian Studies. Jainism currently has only a miniscule presence. Jainism has survived and flourished in India in the past. Doctrines of ahimsa, aparigraha , anekanta and karma relevant today. New generation of Jains must acknowledge their identity proudly and discuss Jainism with non-Jains. Modern and creative approaches are needed. ISJS is remedying this by training and motivating current and future researchers and faculty/teachers.