Jewish Studies

First center for Israel studies opens in South Korea amid anti-Israel protests

Pro-Palestinians protestors unsuccessfully appealed to the heads of the university to sever all ties with Israel, starting with dismantling this new learning center

Frieda Johles Forman, ‘fiery’ feminist who rediscovered Yiddish women authors, dies at 87

Forman, a trailblazer of feminist Jewish studies, died June 9 at Toronto General Hospital. She was 87.

By ANDREW SILOW-CARROLL/JTA
14/06/2024

Remote trauma: Jewish students worldwide respond to war in Israel

The conference also highlighted the needs of Israeli teachers in Jewish schools, who have been particularly distressed by the ongoing war.

By HOWARD DEITCHER
13/06/2024

The silent shelves speak volumes: Chachmei Lublin’s lost library

When the Nazis took over the city a few weeks after the outbreak of World War II, in September 1939, this priceless treasure trove of Jewish knowledge fell into German hands.

Separate Zionism from academic Jewish studies, says NGO

The ICSZ's unfolding narrative hints at seismic shifts in the landscape of Zionist discourse, ethnic studies, and the ideological battles that underscore them.

15/08/2023

Global educators use tech, innovation to upgrade Jewish studies

Among these innovative solutions, several have already caught the eye of the international educational community.

17/07/2023
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