Commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day with author Ruth Franklin on her new biography of Anne Frank’s life. Join award-winning author Ruth Franklin and the University of South Carolina’s Director of Jewish Studies Saskia Coenen Snyder on International Holocaust Remembrance Day for a compelling conversation about her new book, The Many Lives of Anne Frank. Franklin explores […]
Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz challenges us to rethink Jewish identity and dual loyalty in the wake of October 7th's impact on American Jewry. How has the October 7 massacre and its fallout transformed the American Jewish community? Join us for a compelling conversation on Jewish loyalty and collective destiny with Rabbi Nolan Lebovitz and AJU’s President […]
Explore the impact of shifting power dynamics in Syria and Lebanon on Israel’s security and future. The fall of the Assad regime in Syria and Hezbollah's weakening grip in Lebanon, coupled with the establishment of a new government there, signal a possible turning point in the region. Could these developments pave the way for change […]
Anthea Butler explores the complexities of African American solidarity with the Jewish community amid rising antisemitism. With the rise of antisemitism in recent years, many in the Jewish community are questioning whether the allies they once relied on are still showing up. To address these concerns, AJU is launching a three-part series that examines the […]
Corinne Blackmer explores the intersection of LGBTQ+ rights and Jewish solidarity in the face of rising antisemitism. With the rise of antisemitism in recent years, many in the Jewish community are questioning whether the allies they once relied on are still showing up. To address these concerns, AJU is launching a three-part series that examines […]
Uncover the roots of Jewish life in Ireland from the medieval era through the 19th century. This three-part series delves into the rich history of Jews in Ireland, from their earliest recorded presence in 1079 CE to the evolving Irish-Jewish experience of the 21st century. This session traces the early Jewish presence in Ireland, from […]
Daniel and Helen shed light on race, identity, and the power of allyship within Asian and Jewish communities. With the rise of antisemitism in recent years, many in the Jewish community are questioning whether the allies they once relied on are still showing up. To address these concerns, AJU is launching a three-part series that […]
Explore the Irish Jewish community’s flourishing cultural life and evolving identity from 1892 to WWII. Part Two (1892–1945): Expansion, Influence, and Struggle This three-part series delves into the rich history of Jews in Ireland, from their earliest recorded presence in 1079 CE to the evolving Irish-Jewish experience of the 21st century. This session explores the […]
