Major in Jewish Studies
The Major in Jewish StudiesÌýis designed to help students develop the professional skills they need to become engaged global citizens, preparing them toÌýobtain a jobÌýafter graduationÌýorÌýpursue graduate studies. By studying the world through the lens of Jewish culture, history, literature, society, and thought from a broad, interdisciplinary perspective, our students gain fundamental critical thinking, problem solving,Ìýand communication skills.
Â鶹ÒùÔº pursuing a BA in Jewish Studies may choose one of the following two concentrations:
- Culture Intensive Concentration, in which students will pursue an in-depth study of Jewish culture.
- Foreign Language Intensive Concentration, in which students will obtain advanced language skills in addition to considerable knowledge of Jewish culture.
The Major in Jewish Studies is open to all students of all backgrounds, Jewish and non-Jewish.