Welcome to the Center for Jewish Studies at the University of Minnesota.
The Center for Jewish Studies—part of the University of Minnesota’s College of Liberal Arts—is dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding of Jewish culture and history. Our focus is threefold:
- Research—as a vibrant resource of interdisciplinary studies for leading scholars on language, literature, culture, history, and social experience involving Jewish people—across centuries and around the world
- Education—as a scholarly curriculum that offers Jewish Studies degrees (major and minor) that engages students in a rich interdisciplinary curriculum, spanning Jewish history, literature, languages, and culture
- Outreach—as a bridge that extends into the larger metropolitan Twin Cities community, through events and cultural activities, including everything from lectures and conferences to Jewish book fairs and the celebration of festivals
Learn more about our:
JWST/Hebrew course listings for Fall 2009
2009-20010 Community Lecture Series Brochure (PDF)
2009-2010 Center for Jewish Studies Colloquium Series (PDF)
Scholarship Opportunities
University of Minnesota Bentson Scholarship
Degrees
Courses
Faculty
Or, contact us via e-mail at jwst@umn.edu with your questions and for more information