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We recently completed a comprehensive strategic planning process, resulting in an important plan for our future. We’ve undertaken this work as we look ahead to 2024, when Spertus Institute will reach a milestone: 100 years.
We recently completed a comprehensive strategic planning process, resulting in an important plan for our future. We’ve undertaken this work as we look ahead to 2024, when Spertus Institute will reach a milestone: 100 years.
With Dr. Ben Outhwaite of Cambridge University, Spertus students are exploring some of the Cairo Genizah’s most remarkable texts and uncovering what they tell us about Jewish history and the cultural dynamics of medieval Cairo.
With Dr. Ben Outhwaite of Cambridge University, Spertus students will explore some of the Cairo Genizah’s most remarkable texts and uncover what they tell us about Jewish history and the cultural dynamics of medieval Cairo.
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 professionals working in the field.
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 professionals working in the field.
Amie Barrish recently joined the Spertus Institute team as Assistant Director for Recruitment. Not one to let anything slow her down, she is already creatively matching future Spertus students with programs that will change their lives.
Amie Barrish recently joined the Spertus Institute team as Assistant Director for Recruitment. She is already creatively matching future Spertus students with programs that will change their lives.
Vision for our Second Century
We recently completed a comprehensive strategic planning process, resulting in an important plan for our future. We’ve undertaken this work as we look ahead to 2024, when Spertus Institute will reach a milestone: 100 years.
New Discoveries for Spertus Students
With Dr. Ben Outhwaite of Cambridge University, Spertus students are exploring some of the Cairo Genizah’s most remarkable texts and uncovering what they tell us about Jewish history and the cultural dynamics of medieval Cairo.
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 professionals working in the field.
Spertus welcomes Amie Barrish
Amie Barrish recently joined the Spertus Institute team as Assistant Director for Recruitment. Not one to let anything slow her down, she is already creatively matching future Spertus students with programs that will change their lives.
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 Jewish story."
Pay It Forward—Nominate Your Favorite Hardworking Jewish Executive
In honor of Pay It Forward Day on April 28, 2021, Spertus Institute calls on professionals and volunteers of Jewish organizations to nominate their favorite executives.
Critical Conversations: Jews & Race
In a pair of public online events, Spertus Institute proudly convenes a panel of experts to address the juncture of race and justice in Jewish life.
Profiles from the Field
Recent conversations with Spertus alumni and students confirmed their resourcefulness and resilience. These remarkable leaders have utilized what they learned at Spertus to serve their organizations and communities in these challenging times.
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 advantage of Spertus programs online.
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 fabric of our society.