Semester at List

Nov 11, 2025

Meet Aria Levitt, a junior from Vancouver, British Columbia, who is participating in the Semester at List College Program for students seeking a strong Jewish educational opportunity.

Chancellor Schwartz Reflects on the World Zionist Congress

Nov 6, 2025

Throughout the Congress, Chancellor Schwartz experienced an overpowering sense of hope.

Chancellor Schwartz’s Trip to Israel: A Meaningful Week

Nov 5, 2025

Chancellor Schwartz spent a meaningful week in Israel as the lead delegate of the MERCAZ slate at the World Zionist Congress. This year’s gathering featured the largest MERCAZ/Masorti delegation in history, representing Conservative/Masorti communities from more than 15 countries.

Jewish Theology Is a Dialogue, Not a Conclusion

Oct 29, 2025

Professor Benjamin D. Sommer, Professor of Bible and Ancient Semitic Languages at JTS, is featured in the “At the Threshold” short documentary series, which explores contemporary Christian, Jewish, and Muslim thinkers and thought leaders.

JTS Mourns the Passing of Rabbinical School Alum and Past CPE Honoree Rabbi Dr. Alvin Kass z”l

With deep sadness, we mourn the passing of Rabbi Dr. Alvin Kass z”l, a beloved graduate of Seminary College (1957) and the Rabbinical School (1962).

Honoring Chancellor Emeritus Ismar Schorsch

Oct 27, 2025

Last week, we honored Chancellor Emeritus Ismar Schorsch during a special luncheon for faculty members and a mezuzah dedication.

Neighborhood Interreligious Open House in the Sukkah

Oct 23, 2025

For the second consecutive year, JTS hosted an interreligious neighborhood gathering in our Sukkah, welcoming staff, faculty, and administrators from local institutions to share food, learn, and connect.