HOW TO MINOR IN JEWISH STUDIES?
To minor in Jewish Studies, you need take only six courses (or five if you are a student with advanced standing).  These include:

  • Introducing Judaism (JWST 173)
  • Two semesters of Introductory Hebrew (101 and 102), or one advanced Hebrew course
  • Three additional courses with JWST designation OR other relevant and approved courses. Examples include:
    • Origins of the Arab-Israeli Conflict
    • Immigrants in America
    • Introduction to Middle East Politics
    • Intermediate or Advanced Hebrew

WHAT IS JEWISH STUDIES?
The Jewish Studies Program is CWRU’s address for the study of Judaism and the diversity of Jewish experiences across the globe.  Our faculty are leaders in their fields, engaged in cutting edge research in literature, language, art, religion, and history.  Through these varied lenses, students engage in issues of profound significance to the human condition, including migration, ethnic identity, cultural creativity, nationalism, and religious faith.

WHY MINOR IN JEWISH STUDIES? 
Successful completion of the minor prepares students for advanced academic engagement in Jewish Studies, and provides skills necessary to pursue advanced degrees in education, law, international relations, community leadership and more.