Vital discussion focused on peace, spirituality, and the climate crisis On Sept. 21, Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University, headlined an historic panel launching the first year of programming at the Abrahamic Family House (AFH) in Abu Dhabi titled “Rethinking Sustainability and Peace Through a Spiritual Lens.” The discussion, held on the International […]
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YU Welcomes First Cohort of Anita Zucker Jewish Early Childhood Scholars
Yeshiva University’s Stern College for Women is excited to welcome its first cohort of Anita Zucker Jewish Early Childhood Educators to campus this Fall 2023. The Anita Zucker Scholarship for Jewish Early Childhood Education is the brainchild of noted early childhood philanthropist and advocate, Anita Zucker. Zucker, a former classroom teacher herself and CEO of […]
YU’s Sy Syms School of Business Welcomes David Chubak as the New Chair of its Board of Overseers
The Sy Syms School of Business is excited to announce David Chubak (resume, LinkedIn profile) as the new Chair of the Board of Overseers of the Sy Syms School of Business at Yeshiva University. With an impressive professional background and a passion for Sy Syms’ unique “Torah U’Business” education, Chubak is poised to help lead […]
YESHIVA UNIVERSITY LAUNCHES YU GLOBAL: HIGHLY EFFICIENT CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS TO PREPARE STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS IN TODAY’S EVOLVING JOB MARKET
Variety of flexible courses offering tangible career skills designed to help students thrive at any stage of their careers New York – August 28, 2023 – Yeshiva University today announced the launch of YU Global, a flexible educational arm of the university focused on preparing students for the current, ever changing job market. YU Global […]
RIETS Releases Two New Books to Enhance Your High Holiday Season
As the Yamim Noraim (High Holy Days) approach, RIETS (Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary) is excited to announce the release of two books from the Yeshiva’s in-house press that will surely add to the enjoyment and inspiration of this auspicious time of year. Both books are specifically geared towards providing insights on the High Holy […]
Yeshiva University’s Wurzweiler School of Social Work Appoints Dr. Randy Magen as Dean
In July, Yeshiva University (YU) announced the appointment of Dr. Randy Magen as Dean of the Wurzweiler School of Social Work, effective immediately. He replaces Dr. Ronnie Glassman, who has served as the Interim Dean of Wurzweiler for the past 20 months. Dr. Magen received a Doctorate in Social Welfare and a Master’s Degree of […]
Yeshiva University Launches Master’s Program in Jewish Studies for Christian Students
Yeshiva University (YU), the flagship Jewish university, launched a partnership with the Philos Project, a nonprofit organization that promotes positive Christian engagement with Judaism, to develop a special program for Christian students within YU’s existing Master’s in Jewish Studies. The program has attracted students from across the country with the hybrid model allowing students to […]
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Yeshiva University Supports Struggling Local Businesses with Free Consulting
Yeshiva University Honors Emil A. Fish of Los Angeles, California for work in Holocaust Education
The University recognized the founder and benefactor of the Emil A. and Jenny Fish Center for Holocaust & Genocide Studies and will confer Honorary Doctorate at YU’s Commencement
Groundbreaking Partnership Between Yeshiva University and Yad Vashem Combats Rise in Antisemitism through Increased Holocaust Education
Groundbreaking Partnership Between Yeshiva University and Yad Vashem Combats Rise in Antisemitism through Increased Holocaust Education