As a premiere hub for Jewish Studies, the Stroum Center features an internationally recognized Sephardic Studies Program, a growing Israel Studies Program, and a vibrant undergraduate and graduate community.
Upcoming Events
11/3 TALK | Jewish Dogs and the Nazi Beast: Animal Studies and Holocaust Literature
Tuesday, November 3, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. PT
11/10 TALK | “A Reply to Screamers”: How Americans Responded to the Holocaust
Tuesday, November 11, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. PT
11/12 STUDENT EVENT | Teaching Computers to Read Ladino
Thursday, November 12, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. PT
Latest Articles
Between Rhodes and Seattle: Three generations of Sephardic women in family letters
Ladino letters written and dictated by women between Rhodes and Seattle offer a rare insight into the concerns and aspirations of Sephardic women in the early twentieth century.
From the Collection: Magen David, a defense of Sephardic Hebrew
In late nineteenth-century Vienna, one Sephardic Jew battled for "authentic" Hebrew pronunciation -- in Ladino.
Archival documents trace the life and survival of one Salonican Jew through the twentieth century
A cache of letters and government documents, translated by visiting student Dimitris Mitsopolous, reveal the life and survival of Salonican-born Pepo Allalouf.
Uncovering Sephardic support for Philippine independence in the Ladino press
During our summer 2020 Ladino class, UW Ph.D. candidate Jorge Bayona discovered a surprising thread of international coverage in the Ladino press.
Bailar a la Turka: 78 rpm Records in Seattle Sepharadi Households
Using artifacts from the Sephardic Studies Digital Collection and other archives, Dr. Maureen Jackson investigates Turkish music as enjoyed by Seattle Sepharadim.
How contributions from Christopher Columbus’ Sephardic astronomer illustrate complex legacies of exploration and conquest
You’ve probably heard of Christopher Columbus, but have you heard of the Sephardic astronomer who helped him chart his course across the seas?
Israel Studies Program
Promoting and encouraging the critical study of the histories, societies, cultures, and politics of the State of Israel
Sephardic Studies Program
World-renowned for the study of Sephardic culture and history, the Sephardic Studies Program features a growing online library and museum, undergraduate and graduate courses, public programs like Ladino Day, and academic conferences.
Graduate Fellowship
Convening students from departments across campus to learn about Jewish Studies and public scholarship.
Stroum Lectures Archive
For over 30 years, the annual Stroum Lectures at the University of Washington have showcased leading scholars in the field.
You make this possible.
Subscribe to our Newsletter
Sign up to receive quarterly updates from the Stroum Center: event info, articles, videos, and more!