Rebecca Steelman
Project Description
Hometown: Wichita Falls, TX
Majors at UW: Jewish Studies, Near Eastern Languages and Civilization (NELC), Political Science
Current occupation: Program Coordinator, Stroum Center for Jewish Studies
Stroum Center involvement: As an undergrad, she was co-coordinator of the JSSC during its first year.
“As a Jewish Studies major, I was able to explore Jewish life in new and exciting ways, not only in the classroom, but through the many public events and online resources offered. The Stroum Center has provided me with a comprehensive understanding of Jewish communities around the world while also helping me to better understand and appreciate my role within my own local Jewish community.”
Rebecca Steelman talks about Jewish Studies at the University of Washington: