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Fast Facts

Program:

Michigan State University: Jewish Studies Summer Program

Teaching Faculty:

Dr. Yore Kedem

ykedem@msu.edu

Language of Instruction:

English

Credits:

Program Dates:

June 27 – July 21, 2022

Eligibility:

Undergraduate students from any accredited institution of higher education

Application Deadline:

March 1, 2022

Costs:

Check the MSU website

Relevant Academic Fields:

History, culture, society, qualitative research, immigration

Highlights

Understand the relationship between different parts of Israeli society.
Examine Israeli institutions, nonprofit organizations, and educational contexts.
Learn about life in a complex society, based on observations and interviews with Israelis.

+ Overview

+ Curriculum

As a participant, you will take an MSU faculty-led seminar along with a Hebrew University Rothberg International School course that compliments the seminar: The Emergence of the Modern State of Israel.

Course Components

Class composed of other international students from various countries
MSU-exclusive seminar with study tours
Assigned readings
Meetings with community leaders
Field trips and off-site learning opportunities

You can find more details about the program on the MSU Jewish Studies Summer Program website.

+ Student Life

You’ll be invited to participate in a wide array of trips, tours, and activities offered by the Office of Student Life. From a tour of the Old City to a trip to the Dead Sea to checking out the local festivals, you’ll build your own unique impressions and memories of Jerusalem and Israel.

While residing in HebrewU dormitories with other international and Israeli students, you’ll have a chance to form new friendships and get involved in campus life. A team of multilingual Israeli students, called madrichim, is also there to help you adjust to your new surroundings and give you tips on things to do. Learn more about student life at HebrewU.

+ Dates & Deadlines

+ Costs

+ Eligibility

Apply

Visit the MSU Jewish Studies Summer Program website for application and contact information.

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