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JTS at the Association of Jewish Libraries Conference

JTS at the Association of Jewish Libraries Conference

Jul 1, 2025

JTS students and staff made a significant impact at this year’s Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) online conference.

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Symposium in Honor of Dr. Jonathan D. Sarna

Symposium in Honor of Dr. Jonathan D. Sarna

Jun 25, 2025

Two weeks ago, Chancellor Schwartz participated on a panel at a day-long symposium held in honor of Dr. Jonathan D. Sarna, the Joseph H. and Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History in the department of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies and director of the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University.

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Reflections on the 40th Anniversary of Women’s Ordination

Reflections on the 40th Anniversary of Women’s Ordination

Jun 18, 2025

In an article in “Lilith,” Chancellor Schwartz discussed the many ways women rabbis have opened doors, served as role models, and expanded the ways we think about religious leadership.

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The Center for Pastoral Education Benefit Luncheon Honoring Rabbi Dr. Alvin Kass

The Center for Pastoral Education Benefit Luncheon Honoring Rabbi Dr. Alvin Kass

Jun 17, 2025

Last week the Center for Pastoral Education honored JTS alum Rabbi Dr. Alvin Kass with the “Compassion in Action” award during a special luncheon ceremony.

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The Jewish Theological Seminary Announces Transition of Chancellor Shuly Rubin Schwartz at the End of the 2025–26 Academic Year

The Jewish Theological Seminary Announces Transition of Chancellor Shuly Rubin Schwartz at the End of the 2025–26 Academic Year

Jun 16, 2025

JTS announces transition of Chancellor Shuly Rubin Schwartz at the end of the 2025–26 academic year.

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Dr. Yael Landman Receives Berkowitz Fellowship

Dr. Yael Landman Receives Berkowitz Fellowship

Jun 4, 2025

Congratulations to Dr. Yael Landman, Assistant Professor of Bible, for receiving the Berkowitz Fellowship from the NYU School of Law.

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A Day Filled With Exuberance as We Applauded Our Graduates’ Achievements

A Day Filled With Exuberance as We Applauded Our Graduates’ Achievements

May 28, 2025

In a letter to the community, Chancellor Shuly Rubin Schwartz reflected on the 131st Commencement Exercises and Tekes Hasmakhah: Ceremony of Rabbinic and Cantorial Ordination.

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A Pilgrimage to Andalusia Sponsored by the Milstein Center for Interreligious Dialogue

A Pilgrimage to Andalusia Sponsored by the Milstein Center for Interreligious Dialogue

Generously sponsored by the Milstein Center for Interreligious Dialogue at JTS, a group of 27 Muslims, Jews, and Christians toured Andalusian Spain together.

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2025 Commencement Exercises and Ordination

2025 Commencement Exercises and Ordination

JTS celebrated its 131st Commencement ceremony in its atrium on Thursday, May 22. Recordings are now available.

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Chancellor Schwartz: Engaged Globally and Honored Locally

Chancellor Schwartz: Engaged Globally and Honored Locally

May 20, 2025

Chancellor Schwartz has had a busy month bridging partnerships and engaging with the community.

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