Chancellor Shuly Rubin Schwartz Publishes Article in The Forward
May 18, 2026Chancellor Schwartz wrote about President Isaac Herzog speaking at our commencement.
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JTS Mourns the Passing of Abe Foxman (z”l)
May 12, 2026A 2016 honorary degree recipient of JTS, Mr. Foxman was recognized for his lifelong leadership in combating anti-Semitism, bigotry, and discrimination.
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When the Law Falls Short—A Challenge for Democratic Societies
May 11, 2026Rabbi Gordon Tucker discusses our upcoming June 4 convening and how we can apply the obligation to go beyond the letter of the law in today’s society.
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Commencement 2026: Chancellor Schwartz Addresses Invitation to President Isaac Herzog
May 7, 2026Earlier in the week, Chancellor Schwartz shared her thoughts about this year’s commencement with students, staff, and faculty.
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