GWU is launching this new MA program in June of 2014. Applications are due by March 1.
They've sent us an information packet, which is in the plastic hanging folder outside 2603 Cathedral of Learning.
Info on-line at http://gsehd.gwu.edu/eejca.
Friday, February 7, 2014
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Summer Programme: “Political Science and the Israeli Palestinian Conflict”
Summer Programme: “Political Science and the Israeli Palestinian
Conflict”
A Programme Delivered by Israeli and Palestinian Academics
9–21 July, 2014
A Programme Delivered by Israeli and Palestinian Academics
9–21 July, 2014
Registration for the Summer Programme is now open!
“The programme met expectations with unanticipated treasures. The people, communities, the information, the wonders, the history, the challenges...to bring all this together in a meaningful way, that is, that provides new meanings to those who participate is both a skill and a grace.”
Prof. Michael Kuchinsky, Associate Professor of Political Science,
Gardner Webb University, USA, 12/01/2014.
The Programme is intended for students and faculty members, interested in the Middle East. Participants should have an academic background in one of the following fields: history, religion, political science, journalism, international and/or Middle East studies.
We would appreciate you bringing this programme to the attention of your colleagues and students that might be interested.
A limited number of tuition scholarships* will be available to qualified candidates.
For more information, please do not hesitate to contact me at: me@galilcol.ac.il
sincerely yours,
Mrs. Nirit Yardeni-Drori
Programme Director
Galilee International Management Institute
Israel
*This does not include the airfare to and from Israel and the living expenses which are to be covered by the participant or sponsor.
MA program in English at Hebrew University of Jerusalem
THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY OF JERUSALEM
ROTHBERG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
DIVISION OF GRADUATE STUDIES
TWO-YEAR M.A. IN JEWISH STUDIES (IN ENGLISH)
offered in conjunction with the Mandel Institute of
Jewish Studies
Courses from the M.A. program are also open to visiting
students on a one year or semester basis. For information see Visiting Student
webpage.
Academic head: Dr. Ronnie Goldstein
This two-year program is designed for the discerning
student who wishes to study Jewish culture and sources from an
interdisciplinary perspective.
While enjoying life in Jerusalem – a city that melds past
and present, ancient roots and modern innovations – participants study Jewish
texts, history, philosophy and culture during Antiquity, the Middle Ages, and
the Modern era.
The M.A. program consists of 40 credits over four
consecutive semesters, including elective courses and tutorials. Students are
required to specialize in one period of study, but take courses in the other
two periods as well. Electives may also be chosen from a select list of courses
from the M.A. programs in the Bible and the Ancient Near East, Religious
Studies, and Society and Politics in Israel.
COURSE OF STUDY
The M.A. program consists of 40 credits over four
consecutive semesters, including elective courses and tutorials. Students are
required to specialize in one period of study, but take courses in the other
two periods as well. Electives may also be chosen from a select list of courses
from the RIS M.A. programs in the Bible and the Ancient Near East, and Israel
Studies: Society and Politics..
First Year:
During their first year of studies, students will take
the following required courses (8 credits):
· Approaching Classical Jewish Texts: Ancient until
Modern Times · Current Trends in Jewish Studies: Ancient until Modern Times Students
will be expected to complete the remaining 12 credits with elective courses on
the two periods, Ancient and Modern.
Second Year:
The second year (20 credits) will be devoted mainly to
specialized study concentrating on the student's field of interest. Courses
will include interdisciplinary and advanced courses offered by the RIS,
seminars offered within the Mandel Institute of Jewish Studies, and an
individual tutorial chosen in consultation with the student's advisor.
Academic Calendar 2014-2015: (does not include the exam
week):
Autumn semester October 26, 2014 – January 25, 2015
Spring semester March 1 – June 29, 2015 For additional information see: http://overseas.huji.ac.il/gradcalendar
Monday, February 3, 2014
JTS Excellence in Jewish Studies Award
The JTS
Excellence in Jewish Studies Award
·
Current sophomores, juniors and seniors may submit a Jewish studies
essay or paper written in the English language to The Graduate School of JTS.
·
Awardees will receive a signed copy of a book
published by JTS Chancellor Arnold M. Eisen as well as a cash award.
·
Essays, with page numbers included, may be submitted
electronically here in .doc format, or by mailing a
copy of your essay with the information below:
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