Leadership in Jewish Studies (1 cr.)
JSTU-P 180
Does not count toward Jewish Studies major or certificate. Students may only take 1 section per semester and a maximum of 3 credits during degree.
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These sections are designed to be practical in nature allowing students from the College and other schools on campus to gain practical leadership experience in the community with a focus on Jewish Studies. Graded. May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 3 credit hours. A student may only take one P180 per semester.
Each section meets once a week. Students will be graded on attendance, active participation, and a journal that the each student keeps throughout the semester and in which they reflect on their course experiences.
Debbie Friedman: Art & Spirituality: ARR
In this course, we’ll explore the work of Debbie Friedman, her influences, and the sources of her songs. With Debbie as our inspiration, we’ll create original works, and collectively examine creative artists who interpreted spiritual texts through their art.
Jewish Summer Camp; History and Mystery: Thursdays at 4pm
A survey of the history of Jewish summer camping in America. Discussions regarding the essential elements of Jewish summer camp programming, administration and philosophy. Discussion and comparison of Jewish camps in the Reform, Conservative, JCC and other communities.
Jews in the Media and Pop Culture: Thursdays at 3pm
Video presentations and discussions pertaining to how Jews are portrayed on television and in the movies from the early 1920's to the present.
Jewish Medical Ethics: Wednesdays at 4pm
Exploration of contemporary ethical issues arising from technological and medical advances. To encourage thought and conversation about these issues based on Jewish sources and contemporary texts. Some issues that will be explored are reproductive technologies, abortion, organ donation and receipt, genetic screening, euthanasia etc.
Leadership for Upperclassmen – Time/Day TBA
Leadership experiences tailored to you and your affiliations. Please speak to Hillel staff prior to registering.
Jewish Cooking –
2 sections: 1 section on Wednesdays at 2pm and 1 section on Tuesdays at 3pm
In Jewish Cooking, students will explore that art of the deliciously crafted meals that your Jewish mother or grandmother once cooked for you. Students will go on a Jewish journey through their taste buds cooking different Jewish foods from Challah to Kugel to foods in the far off homeland of Israel.
Campus Superstar/Event Planning – Time/Day TBA
Be a part of a huge fundraiser for Hillel at IU! Campus Superstar is a state-wide singing competition for any student in Indiana. As part of this class, you will have the opportunity to plan, market, and implement this large venture, and in this 12th year of the competition it is sure to be bigger than ever!
Jews in Politics and Pop Culture – Mondays at 4pm
We will explore current events, particularly events with a focus on politics, pop culture and Israel-related stories that impact our world. The class will feature news articles, video clips and discussion questions on current events.
Israel: Behind the Scenes – Tuesdays at 4pm
We will explore the daily life and culture of Israel through cuisine, music, arts, agriculture, technology, startups, pioneering and more.
