Program

Our new Certificate program for undergraduates—the only academic credential in Jewish Studies east of Montreal—invites students of all backgrounds to get excited about Judaism. Many of our professors incorporate significant Jewish content into broader classes: students who take courses like “Death and the Afterlife,” “Gender and Sexuality in the Bible,” “Ritual, Myth, and Music,” or “History and Memory in Modern Russia” will engage Jewish culture and history, and be on their way to completing the Certificate in Jewish Studies.

Through thirty courses across four departments (and counting), we bridge the gap between the endlessly rich complexity of Jewish tradition and basic public understanding. Jewish students will find new opportunities— classes, events, internships, and scholarships—to connect with Jewish cultures and each other. For non-Jewish students, an exciting Certificate program offers unprecedented opportunities to challenge their own preconceptions and encounter Jewish tradition with empathy, nuance, and joy.