Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership

Spertus offers dynamic learning opportunities, rooted in Jewish wisdom and culture and open to all. Graduate programs and workshops train future leaders and engage individuals in exploration of Jewish life. Public programs include films, speakers, seminars, concerts, and exhibits—at the Institute’s Michigan Avenue facility, in the Chicago suburbs, and online. More >

Workshop MentorWorks: Mentoring in Crisis	Certificate Program Certificate in Jewish Leadership
Degree Program MA in Jewish Professional Studies-North America	Special Event Critical Conversations: Jews and Race

Spotlight

Creating impactful online educational experiences

In spite of the pandemic's weighty challenges, we are fortunate to live in a time when we can deliver impactful education remotely. Since the crisis began, more than 2,500 participants have taken... more>

Peoplehood

Spertus Institute has added a new course to our graduate curriculum: Jewish Peoplehood, taught by Dr. Shlomi Ravid and Dr. Ezra Kopelowitz. Spertus is a pioneer in bringing this subject to Jewish... more>

Jewish Education Makes Better Professionals

Elana G. Kahn asserts the importance of the "Jewish" in "Jewish Professional." She says: "Yes, professionals in the Jewish sector must have excellent executive skills. And they must be able to tell a... more>

Statement from the President — January 2021

There is important work to be done to heal and advance, to engage in constructive dialogue to move us forward, to take responsibility for the welfare of our fellow citizens, and to maintain the very... more>