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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Local Events Help Connect YU Alumni to the University
The Office of Alumni Affairs has been busy connecting YU graduates to each other and the University. They recently hosted two events on September 6 and 7 to engage younger alumni. The first event, a Women’s Open Beit Midrash, happened at the Shenk Shul near the Wilf Campus in collaboration with Women of the Heights, […]
Dean Karen Bacon To Be Named Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs
Karen Bacon, currently the Dean of Yeshiva College and Stern College for Women, is being named Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs at Yeshiva University. Dean Bacon will move into this new position after a replacement is found through a national search. In her new position, Dean Bacon will work closely with the Provost, the […]
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 […]
YU Summer in Israel 2023: An Unforgettable Journey of Growth and Exploration
This summer, Yeshiva University proudly facilitated four remarkable programs in Israel, providing 84 undergraduate students with the opportunity of a lifetime. From immersive internships to cultural exchanges, these programs offered participants a chance to live and learn in the vibrant land of Israel. Here are some highlights of these transformative experiences that unfolded in July […]
Yeshiva University Upgrades and Expands Sephardic Beit Midrash
Over the summer, Yeshiva University’s Undergraduate Torah Studies and the Office of Residence Life began construction of a new Sephardic Beit Midrash in Morgenstern Hall. Over the summer, the Sephardic Beit Midrash will be relocated into the current student lounge space, enabling for a more vibrant, meaningful and spacious Beit Midrash experience for students. Students […]
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 […]