AJS Directory of Programs in Jewish Studies

Institution:	Cornell University
Location:	Ithaca, NY
Type of Institution:	private
Department/ Program:	Program of Jewish Studies
Director:	Deborah Starr
Website:	http://www.arts.cornell.edu/jwst/index.html
Contact:	neareastern@cornell.edu 607-255-6275

Degrees Offered:
Doctor of Philosophy
Minor, Certificate, or Other

Program Description:
The scope of the Jewish Studies curriculum covers Jewish civilization from its ancient Near Eastern origins through its contemporary history and culture in Israel and the diaspora communities around the world. It is a secular, academic program, the interests of which are diverse and cross-cultural. The program recognizes its special relationship to teaching and research in classical Judaica and Hebraica pursued by the members of the Department of Near Eastern Studies.

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