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Special Advertising Section
HORNSTEIN: THE JEWISH PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM AT BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY
Hornstein’s mission is to prepare the next generation of Jewish leaders for service in North American and international Jewish organizations. Jewish leaders of the 21st century need to be able to understand trends, frame issues, and apply professional skills in new and creative ways. To address these challenges, Hornstein offers students top-quality scholarship, intensive professional training, and carefully selected field experiences in three dual-degree graduate programs: Dual MBA/MA or Dual MPP/MA in Jewish Professional Leadership Dual MA in Jewish Professional Leadership and Near Eastern and Judaic Studies.
Complementing coursework in all three programs are carefully selected co-curricular opportunities, including seminars in Israel, and visits with Jewish leaders in New York City and on campus.All applicants are considered for generous financial aid, including the Robert and Elisa Spungen Bildner Fellowship for future leaders of Jewish camps.
The Hornstein Jewish Professional Leadership Program
Brandeis University MS 037, Waltham, MA 02454
T: (781) 736-2990; F: (781) 736-2070
hornstein@brandeis.edu; www.brandeis.edu/hornstein
THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY OF JERUSALEM
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, (HU), is Israel’s foremost institution of higher learning, and an internationally recognized, top-ranked center of scholarship and advanced research. The university is the fulfillment of a dream of Albert Einstein and his contemporaries, and educates the brightest minds from Israel and from 70 other countries. Since opening its doors in 1925, HU has served as the gateway to success for Israel’s leaders. Distinguished alumni fill the seats in the highest levels of government and on the boards of major companies, including throughout Israel’s dynamic biomedical and high-tech sectors. Hebrew University graduates are achieving research breakthroughs and saving lives in the nation’s top hospitals. American Friends of The Hebrew University (AFHU) which raises awareness and support for HU, invites you to join our 2009 President’s Mission to Israel. See history—and history in the making, while experiencing Hebrew University’s living legacy of excellence.
American Friends of The Hebrew University
One Battery Park Plaza, 25th Floor
New York, New York 10004
T: 800-567-AFHU (2348); F: (212) 809-4430
info@afhu.org; www.afhu.org
TEL AVIV UNIVERSITY OVERSEAS STUDENT PROGRAM
Four decades ago Tel Aviv University first opened its gates to accomplished students who came from all over the world to embark on a remarkable personal and academic journey. Tel Aviv University has since consistently ranked as one of the top institutions of higher learning world-wide. As a world-class academic institution, many members of its distinguished faculty have won international recognition and are considered leaders in their fields of research. Students may study a variety of subjects as well as participate in an intensive Hebrew course for a summer, a semester, year or in a fully accredited Masters Program.
Alison Rubin, Director
Office of Academic Affairs
39 Broadway, Suite 1510, New York, NY 10006
T: (212) 742-9030, 800-665-9828; F: (212) 742-9031
www.telavivuniv.org; admissions@telavivuniv.org
THE AMERICAN SEMINARY FOR CONTEMPORARY JUDAISM
The American Seminary for Contemporary Judaism is a traditional seminary, which offers courses of study leading to a number of certificates and diplomas for work in various aspects of the American Jewish community, including training as a cantor, rabbi, synagogue executive director, educator, educational director and youth activities director. Our goals are to assist the students in developing the necessary academic and professional skills to help them become Jewish leaders. The American Seminary for Contemporary Judaism and its “individual” academies are incorporated as a Jewish seminary and yeshiva by the state of New York “to teach and promulgate the principles of Judaism,” and “to provide Jewish individuals in all courses of study with a systematic course of study and examinations leading to their confirmation as Jewish professionals in the American and world Jewish communities.” Online study is also available through The American Seminary for Contemporary Judaism’s Distance Learning Program.
Robert E. Cohen, Executive Director
885 East Seaman Ave., Baldwin, NY 11510
T: (516) 223-0375; theascj.org
DRISHA INSTITUTE
Drisha Institute is a foremost center for the advanced study of Jewish texts. It is dedicated to teaching Torah as a means of transforming and strengthening Jewish life, and building more knowledgeable and committed Jewish communities. In Drisha’s full-time programs women engage in rigorous study of classical Jewish texts. Graduates of our full-time programs serve as educators, scholars and leaders in the Jewish community and the world at large.
Drisha has grown significantly in scope and impact offering programs for high school girls, full-time programs for women, a Bat Mitzvah class, classes for engaged couples, and continuing education classes and lectures for women and men.
Jordana Golden, Program Administrator
37 West 65th Street, 5th floor, New York, NY 10023
T: (212) 595-0307; F: (212) 595-0679
inquiry@drisha.org; www.drisha.org
SPERTUS INSTITUTE OF JEWISH STUDIES
More than 80 years of celebrating Jewish learning and culture, now in a stunning new facility. Includes an innovative museum, important library and archive, and offers broad array of continuing education programming, as well as master’s degrees in Jewish studies, Jewish education, Jewish communal service, and nonprofit management, and doctoral degrees in Jewish studies. Degree programs available locally and through distance learning.
610 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60605
T: (312) 322-1769
college@spertus.edu; www.spertus.edu
BAR-ILAN UNIVERSITY IN ISRAEL
Bar-Ilan University (BIU) is fast becoming Israel’s preeminent institute of higher learning for students seeking an academic environment combining high level scientific research with a commitment to deepening their understanding of Jewish tradition and values. BIU undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to study and conduct research through 46 departments offering over 7,100 courses. BIU schools and programs rated #1 in Israel are the Louis & Gabi Weisfeld School of Social Work, the Clinical Psychology program, Biomedical research, Public Economics, and Advanced Materials Research- foundation of nanotechnology. BIU Law School students ranked #1 on the 2008 Israeli Bar Exam.
The 33,000 BIU students in Israel’s largest academic community benefit from the resources offered by the world’s largest faculty of Jewish Studies, as well as Israel’s largest faculty of Social Sciences. The newly launched BIU and NCSY “Israel Experience” program provides graduating American high school students with an opportunity to study at one of Israel’s top universities while enjoying NCSY trips and activities.
Mark Medin, Executive VP and CEO
160 East 56th Street, New York, NY 10022
T: (212) 906-3901, F: (212) 906-3937
info@afbiu.org; www.afbiu.org
HEBREW COLLEGE
Hebrew College prepares Jewish educators and communal professionals who value diversity to lead and inspire today’s Jewish communities. A 47-credit Online Master of Jewish Education (MJEd) can be completed in two years, full-time, and in three years, part-time. MJEd specializations include Early Childhood Jewish Education and Jewish Special Education. The pluralistic Rabbinical School of Hebrew College offers a rigorous five-year, full-time course of study leading to rabbinic ordination within a model inclusive community. The Cantor-Educator Program combines a Master of Jewish Education with cantorial ordination in a pluralistic setting. Hebrew College graduates build successful careers as educators or administrators in Jewish day schools, congregational Hebrew schools, Jewish preschools, community centers, synagogues, Jewish camps and youth groups; find excellent placements as rabbis and cantors; and earn advanced degrees in Jewish scholarship. All degree and certificate programs place a strong emphasis on text study and Hebrew literacy. The Hebrew College Fellows Program provides merit fellowships for outstanding degree candidates. Financial aid is available.
Kristen Card, Director of Enrollment Management
160 Herrick Road, Newton Centre, MA 02459
T: (617) 559-8610; F: (617) 559- 8601
www.hebrewcollege.edu
YESHIVA UNIVERSITY/WURZWEILER SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Yeshiva University’s Wurzweiler School of Social Work is one of the top graduate schools of social work in the United States. Founded over 50 years ago, it is located in New York City. The school offers flexible programs for a diverse group of students in an intimate setting. Concentrations are available in Casework/Clinical, Group Work and Community Organization. In conjunction with the Masters in Social Work Degree (MSW), students have the option to take a Certificate in Jewish Communal Service to prepare them for practice and administration in Jewish organizations. As a part of their MSW studies, Certificate students take specialized elective courses, participate in educational enrichment programs and spend their second year MSW field placement in a Jewish agency. All Wurzweiler applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Merit and needs based scholarships are available. Rolling admissions with a May 1st priority deadline recommended for scholarship eligibility.
Ruth Bigman, Director of Admissions
2495 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10033
T: 212-960-0810; F: 212-960-0821
www.yu.edu/wurzweiler
SCHOOL OF SACRED MUSIC AT HEBREW UNION COLLEGE-JEWISH INSTITUTE OF RELIGION (NEW YORK)
Established in 1948 as the Reform Movement’s institution for the training of cantors and the sustaining of Jewish musical heritage after the Holocaust, the School of Sacred Music is a flourishing center dedicated to educating men and women to serve as cantors who inspire worship, innovate new modes of liturgy, teach, counsel, and sustain Judaism. The SSM offers a five-year program of full-time graduate study leading to the degree of Master of Arts in Sacred Music, culminating in investiture as cantor. Students are required to spend their first academic year at HUC-JIR/Jerusalem and continue their next four years of study at HUC-JIR/New York. The Cantorial Music Program in Los Angeles offers classes intended for students who want to become cantors and need additional training or seek to explore whether the cantorate is the appropriate career choice.
Deborah Shapiro Abelson, Regional Director of Admissions
National Office of Admissions and Recruitment
3077 University Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007-3796
800-899-0925, ext. 4221
admissions@huc.edu, www.huc.edu
THE SCHOOLS OF GRADUATE STUDIES AT HEBREW UNION COLLEGE-JEWISH INSTITUTE OF RELIGION (CINCINNATI, NEW YORK)
The Pre-Doctoral M.A. in Jewish Studies is offered in Cincinnati, Los Angeles, and New York. The School of Graduate Studies in Cincinnati is a center for study, training, research, and publication in Judaic and Cognate Studies, awarding Master of Arts, Master of Philosophy, Doctor of Hebrew Letters, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Major areas of study include: Bible, History of Biblical Interpretation, Ancient Near Eastern Languages and Literatures, Ancient History, Rabbinical Literature from the Hellenistic to Modern Periods, Jewish Religious Thought and Philosophy, and Modern European and American Jewish History. Graduate Studies in New York offers the Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling program for ordained clergy of all faiths, including certification program from the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health. The Magnin School of Graduate Studies in Los Angeles offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Arts, Doctor of Hebrew letters, and Doctor of Hebrew Studies.
Deborah Shapiro Abelson, Regional Director of Admissions
National Office of Admissions and Recruitment
3077 University Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007-3796
800-899-0925, ext. 4221
admissions@huc.edu, www.huc.edu
SCHOOL OF JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE AT HEBREW UNION COLLEGE-JEWISH INSTITUTE OF RELIGION (LOS ANGELES)
Established in 1968 as the founding institution in the field, the School of Jewish Communal Service trains professional leaders, innovators, practitioners, and mentors serving Jewish federations, community centers, Jewish family and children’s services, Jewish political organizations, synagogues, and other Jewish organizations. The SJCS is recognized for its interdisciplinary approach, which combines the study of Jewish tradition, history, and texts with pragmatic and effective tools from the fields of the social sciences and business. The two-year program offers a certificate and a Master’s degree in Jewish Communal Service. Drawing upon the resources of the University of Southern California, the SJCS also offers double degree programs within two years with USC’s School of Social work, School of Policy, Planning and Development, Marshall School of Business, and Annenberg School of Communications, as well as a joint degree in Jewish Education or Jewish Studies at HUC-JIR, and specialization in informal education or synagogue management.
Deborah Shapiro Abelson, Regional Director of Admissions
National Office of Admissions and Recruitment
3077 University Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007-3796
800-899-0925, ext. 4221
admissions@huc.edu, www.huc.edu
RHEA HIRSCH SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AT HEBREW UNION COLLEGE-JEWISH INSTITUTE OF RELIGION (LOS ANGELES)
NEW YORK SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AT HEBREW UNION COLLEGE-JEWISH INSTITUTE OF RELIGION (NEW YORK)
The Rhea Hirsch School of Education (RHSOE) and New York School of Education (NYSOE) offer full-time programs leading to a M.A. in Jewish Education/Religious Education, with the first year at HUC-JIR/Jerusalem, followed by the two-year core in LA or NY. The NYSOE also offers a full-time two year and two summer program and flexible part-time degree programs. Opportunities include a joint degree with rabbinical ordination (LA and NY); a joint Master’s in Jewish Communal Service (LA); Ph.D. in Jewish Education (LA); and participation in the RHSOE’s two-year Postgraduate Residencies in Day School Education, Experiment in Congregational Education, and Day Schools for the 21st Century. The RHSOE sponsors DeLeT - Day School Leadership Through Training, leading to a Certificate in Day School Teaching and California State Teaching Credential. The NYSOE offers continuing education and certificate programs for teachers and principals and co-sponsors the Leadership Institute for Congregational School Educators.
Deborah Shapiro Abelson, Regional Director of Admissions
National Office of Admissions and Recruitment
3077 University Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007-3796
800-899-0925, ext. 4221
admissions@huc.edu, www.huc.edu
SCHOOL OF RABBINICAL STUDIES AT HEBREW UNION COLLEGE-JEWISH INSTITUTE OF RELIGION (CINCINNATI, JERUSALEM, LOS ANGELES, NEW YORK)
Founded in 1875, HUC-JIR is the academic, spiritual, and professional leadership development center of Reform Judaism and the oldest institution of rabbinical education in North America. HUC-JIR educates men and women as rabbinical leaders for North American, Israeli, and world Jewry. The Rabbinical School offers a five-year program, including study toward a Master of Arts in Hebrew Letters or Master of Arts in Hebrew Literature degree, culminating in rabbinical ordination. The program begins with a required first year of study at HUC-JIR/Jerusalem, followed by four years of stateside studies, with a core curriculum of intensive text study, leadership development, and spiritual growth. Students may augment the rabbinical program with additional Master’s degrees in Jewish Education, Religious Education, Jewish Communal Service, and the Ph.D. HUC-JIR also offers the Israel Rabbinical Program for Israeli citizens, a four-year program in coordination with a M.A. program in Jewish Studies at an Israeli university.
Deborah Shapiro Abelson, Regional Director of Admissions
National Office of Admissions and Recruitment
3077 University Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007-3796
800-899-0925, ext. 4221
www.huc.edu
