Explore the interdisciplinary contexts of the Jewish religion, culture, and history.
The book Repression, Re-invention, & Rugelach: A History of Jews at Â鶹¾«Æ· features student and faculty research on Jews and Judaism on campus.
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Professor Nakhimovsky co-authored Dear Mendl, Dear Reyzl, which won a National Jewish Book Award.
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Students travel to Vilnius in Lithuania following a semester studying the politics of nationalism and memory in Eastern Europe. Extended study >>
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The Jewish Studies Program offers classes across the curriculum, allowing students to explore the religious, literary, and political aspects of the Jewish historical experience. The faculty are actively engaged as scholars, authors, teachers, and lecturers. Each year, guest artists, writers, and scholars are invited to speak on a variety of topics of Jewish interest.
The Saperstein Jewish Center, in addition to being the home of Jewish religious and cultural life on campus, also hosts a number of Jewish Studies courses. The center houses a library of Jewish literature, music, and film as well as computer facilities. All students and faculty are encouraged to utilize these resources.
The program offers a minor in Jewish Studies.
Learn About the Jewish Studies Program
Department Contacts
Chair: Noah Dauber
Administrative assistant: Becca Smith
Phone: 315-228-7681
Office: 104 Hascall Hall
The diverse opportunities of the Jewish Studies program have been treasured parts of my Â鶹¾«Æ· experience. The wonderful faculty, engaging courses, and unique projects have been highlights of my undergraduate career.
Cameron Pauly ’19
Outside the Classroom
Jewish Â鶹¾«Æ·
The Â鶹¾«Æ· Jewish community is open and vibrant, providing opportunities for students to participate in religious and cultural ritual, social, and intellectual opportunities throughout the year.