New Jewish studies major approved in College of Arts & Sciences
“These efforts recognize the critical questions Jewishness raises and its place as part of a shared heritage.”
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Ensuring that the richness of Jewish culture is energetically presented at Cornell.
Jewish Studies Program
Founded on the conviction that the record contained in the languages, literature, and history of the Jewish people, as these developed across the globe and over thousands of years, are an integral part of human heritage.
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Ancient Jewish text preserves real-world remedies
The Babylonian Talmud, a collection of rabbinic writings produced in ancient Persia, contains a great deal of medical knowledge, according to a recent book by the new director of the Jewish Studies Program.
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Learn & travel with Cornell alumni, faculty this summer
A&S faculty will lead many courses on campus and join educational vacations as part of Cornell Adult University.
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Reunion 2022 features host of A&S events
A number of special events are planned in the College of Arts & Sciences to celebrate Reunion 2022.
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Einaudi awards fund global research and activities
Seed grants, student travel grants and internships totaling $355,000 in the 2021–22 academic year supported international work done by many A&S faculty and students.
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New Frontier Grants push boundaries in A&S research
The College has awarded seven New Frontier Grants totaling $1.25 million to faculty members pursuing critical developments in areas across sciences and humanities.
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Call for papers for December 2022 Workshop on Judeo-Persian Literature
Cornell University is pleased to announce a call for papers for an online workshop on “Judeo-Persian Literature at the Intersection of Jewish Studies and Iranian Studies,” held entirely on Zoom on December 6 and 7, 2022. The deadline to submit a proposal is June 10.
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Engage with Jewish Studies
Take a class
Start your journey by taking a class such as “Introduction to Judaism” (JWST 2644), studying Hebrew or Yiddish, or enrolling in or one of the many other courses we offer.
Declare a minor in Jewish studies
Tempted by more than one Jewish studies course? Consider pursuing a minor in Jewish studies.
Attend a program
Join a live lecture, panel discussion, literary reading, or performance, or explore our video archive of previous events. Check our event calendar.
Speak a Jewish language
Join a conversation group in Yiddish or Hebrew.
Conduct Research
Explore the resources at the Cornell Library.
Apply for funding to support summer research and travel. We offer grants for undergraduate and graduate students!
Give to Jewish Studies
Your support enables the program to enhance the experience for undergraduate students. Gifts can help fund lectures and conferences, student research, distinguished speakers, and other program priorities. We will greatly appreciate and immediately put into use any gift, no matter the amount.
Or send checks payable to (include a note that indicates that the gift should be directed to the Jewish Studies Program):
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