Podcast: Migrants’ Mobilization for Rights & Recognition in Israel
Doctoral student Oded Oron discusses the plight of African migrants in the state of Israel.
The Solo–and Collaborative–Process of Writing a Dissertation
Esra Bakkalbasioglu, a PhD student in Interdisciplinary Near and Middle Eastern Studies, argues that sharing ideas with colleagues is key when writing a dissertation.
Reflecting on Study Abroad in the Negev
Manuela Rosero, UW 2016, shared her experience of five months studying abroad in Israel at UW-study abroad exchange partner Ben Gurion University in Beer Sheva.
The Adventures of Two Izmirlis with the Hebrew Language
Canan Bolel, an Opportunity Grant winner, reflects on how being from Izmir, Turkey, and learning Hebrew have both affected her identity.
What’s in a (Hebrew) Name?
Did you know that Hebrew has a dozen names meaning 'joy'? A reflection on Hebrew names by Prof. Naomi Sokoloff.
See Under: Love — Thirty Years Later
Prof. Naomi Sokoloff has edited a new collection of essays on David Grossman's masterful novel.
Hebrew and the Humanities Symposium offers views on the future of Hebrew
How does Hebrew study reflect the position of the humanities in higher education? Watch (and read) 2016 conference participants' answers to this and other questions about Hebrew's place in the United States and in higher ed.
Benaroya Gift Establishes Jackson School as a Leader in Israel Studies
The Benaroya Fund for Excellence in Israel Studies will support a world-class scholar at the University of Washington as well as public programming.