Jewish Studies

Welcome to the University of Louisville Jewish Studies Program!

We host exciting public events and offer courses on global Jewish and related history, religion, literature, arts, culture, and more!

The following courses involve themes and materials relevant to the Jewish experience.  Please check the university’s Schedule of Classes to see which are available next semester. Additional Jewish Studies courses are planned for the future.

The Humanities Minor in Jewish Studies consists of two tracks: the Jewish Cultural Studies track and the Jewish Language and Culture track.

Information on our upcoming events will be posted soon. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook!

For questions or more information about Jewish Studies at the University of Louisville, please contact Professor Ranen Omer-Sherman.

Join us for a free lecture, book signing and reception on Sunday, November 3rd at 2:00 p.m.
Hear Professor Nancy E. Berg talk about her new book:
Exile and the Jews: Literature, History, and Identity.