Sephardic New Year Cards and a Seattle Printing Press
The story of Joe Souriano, a Seattle Sephardic printer, and the postcards he received from all over the world.
Jewish-Islamic Connections: Saadia Gaon and the Book of Doctrines
Hamza Zafer examines the intellectual and theological exchanges between Muslim thinkers and Jewish thinkers like Saadia Gaon.
Scenes of Shavuot from Salonica to Seattle
Explore Sephardic texts, prayers, and traditions for Shavuot, with archival images from the UW Sephardic Studies Digital Library & Museum.
Rereading Zipporah and the Circumcision Convenant
Find out the story behind Zipporah, the wife of Moses, and the mysterious text about circumcision in the Book of Exodus.
Sephardic Purim Customs from the Old World to the Pacific Northwest
Sesame candy and drinking ditties are part of Sephardic Purim celebrations. Ty Alhadeff shares forgotten song lyrics and customs.
Meet Cuban-born anthropologist Ruth Behar, this year’s Stroum Lecturer
Multi-media links to help you find out more about Dr. Ruth Behar, expert on Cuban-Jewish culture.
How menschy is the Mensch on a Bench?
Moshe the Mensch is ready for his selfie, but are we ready for another Hanukkah mascot?
Saying Shana Tova with a Yiddish Postcard
How did Jews say "Happy New Year" in the early 20th century? Check out this Yiddish postcard for Rosh Hashana!