Sample Courses
- Introduction to the Bible explores the content and organization of the various
Jewish and Christian scriptures, and the scholarly methods and standard research tools used in the Bible. - Biblical Hebrew is a year-long sequence of three courses that prepare students to read biblical and post-biblical texts. There is an emphasis on the Hebrew grammar of biblical literature, vocabulary, syntax, and reading skills.
- Medieval and Early Modern Judaism is an interdisciplinary introduction to Jewish life, literature, religion, culture, and thought in the Middle Ages and early modern times in both Muslim and Christian environments.
- Israelis and Palestinians examines the political struggle between Israelis and Palestinians during the past century and related human, societal, and cultural
issues, as well as explores contemporary attempts at resolution.
Hands On Learning
As a student of Judaic studies, you’ll have myriad opportunities to learn about Judaism outside the classroom. You may hear renowned speakers brought in for the Singer family lecture series or the Lowenberg lecture. You can attend a series of weekly films in classes such as The Bible Through Film.
You may choose to participate in an internship with one of the many local Jewish organizations such as Temple Beth Israel or Hillel.
A variety of study-abroad opportunities are also available through the UO to enhance your understanding of Jewish culture and history.
Interdisciplinary Opportunities
Judaic studies majors can take courses in a broad range of topics taught in the disciplines of participating faculty members, including anthropology, art history, comparative literature, English, geography, Germanic languages and literatures, history, landscape architecture, music, philosophy, political science, religious studies, romance languages, sociology, and women’s and gender studies.
“The Judaic Studies Program is based on the talents, energies, and commitment of faculty members in various departments who contribute to research and teaching,” says Program Director and Professor Judith Baskin.