The Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies

We take the 3,000-year-long history and culture of the Jews as our point of departure for grappling with urgent human questions about justice and knowledge, tradition and change, crisis and resilience. We welcome students of all backgrounds who seek an intensive liberal arts experience.

Spring Term 2025 In-person Office Hours

Hours: 
Tuesday: 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

If you need assistance when the Judaic Studies Office is closed, please visit the
Virtual Desk for the Dean's Office, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences.  
Spring 2025 hours for the Dean's Office (Cramer Hall 341): 
Monday- Friday (in person and virtual) 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Connect: Send email or call via our Judaic Studies contact us page. You may contact faculty and staff directly


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Fall Term Courses

View all Fall Term courses taught by a Judaic Studies professor. Fall Term classes begin Monday, September 29, 2025

Auditors

Auditors Welcome

Oregon residents age 65+ are eligible to audit courses at PSU through the Senior Adult Learning Center (SALC). Learn how to audit a course taught by a Judaic Studies Professor.


Welcome! You are about to embark upon a transformative journey.

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Judaic Studies from Portland State University, you will learn how to navigate the complexity of our modern world by understanding its relationship with the past. 

We welcome students of all backgrounds who seek an intensive liberal arts experience. Our faculty offer close mentoring to support your success. Our partnerships provide opportunities for internships, study abroad and scholarships.

What can I do with a Judaic Studies degree?

Graduates with a bachelor’s degree in Judaic Studies  go on to fulfilling professions in education, community and social services, the rabbinate and ministry, research, the arts, marketing, consulting, and law.

You will develop marketable skills perennially relevant in the future of work:

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Ability to communicate ideas clearly and compellingly 
  • Cultural intelligence and global perspective
  • Analytical acumen
  • Leadership and collaboration
  • Empathy

We would love for you to visit our downtown campus to connect with students and our faculty. Learn more about campus tours and how to take a virtual tour.

Events

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The 20th Annual Solomon Memorial Lecture

Religious Misconceptions: American Jews and the Politics of Abortion

Dr. Rachel Kranson, Associate Professor of Religious Studies, University of Pittsburgh

February 27, 2025:  Thursday 7:30pm

Prior events: 

View Judaic Studies videos and recordings of past events on YouTube

 

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