Jewish Studies Minor

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The Jewish studies program focuses on the academic investigation of the religion, history, and culture of the Jewish people and the study of the interaction of this culture with the civilizations of the world.

This program identifies and combines courses in the departments of philosophy and religion, English, modern languages and literatures, art, music, and anthropology. Time periods and geographical areas covered range from ancient Israel to contemporary American society. The multidisciplinary approach of the program includes biblical studies, history of religions, intellectual history, European studies, art, music, archaeology, literature, women’s studies, and philosophy.

The Jewish studies minor may be particularly beneficial for students interested in graduate studies in religious studies, international politics, history, comparative literature, modern languages, classics, or ancient Mediterranean studies. In addition, the Jewish studies minor would serve students who pursue the fields of education, social work, communal service, public administration, law, foreign service, the ministry and/or the rabbinate.

Minor Requirements

Six (6) courses are required: two (2) core courses, three (3) electives, and a senior independent study research paper.

Core Courses

Electives

Three (3) of the following, two (2) of which must be at the 300 level or higher.

Note

*Additional electives to be approved by the coordinator include study abroad at Hebrew University and/or other Israeli institutions of higher education, summer study courses, and archaeological excavations in Israel, service learning courses, and internships.