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# Center for Judaic & Holocaust Studies

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## Posts

- [Dr. Adam Fuller on "Disrupting Hate" Podcast](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1229) - CJHS director, Dr. Adam L. Fuller was guest on "Disrupting Hate," a podcast of the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nasau County, hosted by Kenneth Schacter.
- [2026 Model Knesset on April 16 at the JCC](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1222) - To learn more about CJHS's Model Knesset event, read our page dedicated to this internationally recognized program.
- [Was Alexander Hamilton Jewish? A Public Lecture With Dr. Andrew Porwancher](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1219) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies is proud to present our contribution to the YSU America 250 lecture series! Mark your calendar!
- [New York City Councilwoman Inna Vernikov Writes Review of 'The Armed Jew'](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1215) - New York City Councilwoman Inna Vernikov wrote a review of CJHS director Dr. Adam Fuller's book, The Armed Jew: The Case for Jewish Gun Ownership. The article appeared in this week's edition of The Jewish Press. Click here to read the online version.
- [Learn about the story of Queen Esther!](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1208)
- [Drs. Cryshanna Jackson Leftwich and Adam Fuller Team Up To Give Lunch and Learn at JCC](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1204) - On Thursday, January 15, CJHS director Dr. Adam Fuller will give a co-talk at the Jewish Community Center of Youngstown as a lunch and learn. The talk, titled "From Exodus to Freedom Rides: Jewish and Black Americans Marching Together for Civil Rights" will address the relationship between Jewish and African American civil rights movements, particularly
- [Dr. Fuller Writes Eulogy for Norman Podhoretz](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1199) - Dr. Adam Fuller's eulogy for Jewish intellectual, Norman Podhoretz, appeared in the Jewish Journal. Read the article here.
- [Dr. Adam Fuller Writes on Jewish Heroism in Yiddish Pulp Literature in The Jewish Journal](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1179) - CJHS Director’s op-ed, “Stories of Jewish Heroism and the 'Yiddish Sherlock Holmes'” was featured in The Jewish Journal on December 4, 2025. You can read Dr. Fuller’s article here.
- [Dr. Adam Fuller Writes About Jewish Self-Defense Organizations in The Jewish Journal](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1174) - CJHS Director's op-ed, "The Rise of Jewish Self-Defense Organizations" was featured in The Jewish Journal on November 5, 2025. You can read Dr. Fuller's article here.
- [Dr. Adam Fuller's Book "The Armed Jew" Featured in the Jewish News Syndicate](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1166) - The Armed Jew: The Case For Jewish Gun Ownership was featured in the Jewish News Syndicate: "Are Guns Goyish? Not By a Long Shot" by Rabbi Cary Kozberg
- [CJHS partnering with Youngstown Jewish Film Festival to screen "Guns & Moses" on November 3](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1162)
- [Dr. Adam Fuller's Book Praised in Magazine, 'Polyhymnia'](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1155) - Clayman Professor Adam Fuller's new book, The Armed Jew: The Case for Jewish Gun Ownership, was praised and recommended by the magazine, Polyhymnia, in a review, titled, "If Not Now, When?" Click here to read "If Not Now. When?"
- [Kyle Starkey, Jesse McClain, and Adam Fuller Take Students to US Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1151) - The 2025 annual bus trip to Washington, DC to visit the US Holocaust Memorial Museum was led by History professor Kyle Starkey, English adjunct Jesse McClain, and Political Science professor Adam Fuller on October 12. Two full busses brought YSU students and a few faculty members to DC to tour the national museum to learn
- [Dr. Norman Goda spoke at YSU on September 29, 2025 to a packed audience](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1133) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies partnered with the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation to bring prominent Holocaust historian to campus to give a public lecture titled, "Is Israel Committing Genocide? A Skeptical Approach." Dr. Goda gave a separate lecture on his book. U.S. Intelligence and the Nazis, to Kyle Starkey's HIST 3788 class,
- [Dr. Adam Fuller was a guest on "Don't Know Much About"](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1145) - Clayman Professor, Adam Fuller, was a guest on Dr. Naya Lekht's podcast, Don't Know Much About, discussing his new book, The Armed Jew: The Case for Jewish Gun Ownership. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiKlVs9ycB4&fbclid=IwY2xjawNU5pFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHv7GDDQcnHbKNi4mcP9-gsN-eaJfoOA483eYaOUnBONXbprt2Sw9r-x0Hjr6_aem_QGEWMoIo0pEsdfj_1IAnIw
- [Holocaust Historian Dr. Norman J.W. Goda Will Speak on Israel-Hamas War](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1123) - "Is Israel Committing Genocide? A Skeptical Approach" Please join us at Youngstown State University to hear renown Holocaust historian Dr. Norman J.W. Goda on the question of genocide in the Israel-Hamas war. The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies is co-sponsoring the event with the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation. WHEN: September 29 at 5:00 PM
- [Dr. Adam Fuller's "The Armed Jew" Reaches Amazon's #1 in New Releases in Jewish History](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1117) - The Armed Jew: The Case for Jewish Gun Ownership by CJHS Director Adam Fuller has been designated an Amazon "Hot New Release." Read the full story.
- [Dr. Adam Fuller's Book Released June 25, 2025: The Armed Jew: The Case for Jewish Gun Ownership](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1111) - Dr. Adam Fuller, Clayman Professor of Jewish Studies and Director of the Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies has just released a new book called The Armed Jew: The Case for Jewish Gun Ownership, (Wicked Son, 2025). In the face of rising anti-Semitic violence and hate crimes, The Armed Jew explores the essential role of
- [Dr. Adam Fuller discussed the U.S.-Israel strike on Iran on WFMJ "Press Pass"](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1108)
- [Dr. David Frey Spoke on March 31, 2025](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1082) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies partnered with the YSU ROTC, the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation, and the Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission to bring Dr. David Frey, Professor of History and Director of the Resnick Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies at West Point Military Academy to YSU. Dr. Frey
- [Symposium and Keynote Address (5/22-24)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1061) - CONTACT: Meetings and Movements of Jewish People and Artifacts across Cold-War BoundariesCo-sponsored by the Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies at YSU and the Jewish Studies Program at Purdue University May 22-24, 2022 at the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor (Steel Museum), 151 W. Wood Street, Youngstown Keynote: May 22 at 6:00 in
- [Hannah Klacik's MA Thesis on Rodef Sholom](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=1014) - Please join Dr. Jacob Ari Labendz and the CJHS in congratulating Hannah Klacik on the submission and approval of her MA Thesis for a graduate degree in history at Youngstown State University. We appreciate her generosity in making it available here. Hannah Klacík, "Architecture and Community: Congregation Rodef Sholom, Youngstown, OH" (MA Thesis, YSU, 2022).
- [Keynote Address Announcement](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=999) - We're excited for Dr. Anat Plocker's keynote address, "'A Dream of Belonging': The Expulsion of Jews from Communist Poland" Sunday, May 22 at 6:00 PM eastern at the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor (Steel Museum). We also hope to livestream and record the talk. Dr. Plocker's Keynote will open our symposium, co-organized with
- [Model Knesset in the News](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=996) - Coverage of Dr. Adam Fuller's Model Knesset at YSU in Youngstown's "Jewish Journal."
- [Model Knesset, Spring 2022](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=988) - What a wonderfully successful and educational event! To learn more about Dr. Adam Fuller's Model Knesset program, click here.To view pictures from this year's Model Knesset, click here.
- [Dr. Elly Moseson, "Protecting House and Hearth: Jewish Domestic Magic in Pre-Modern Europe," Emerging Scholars Lecture Series (April 12, 2022, YSU / Kent State)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=933) - Dr. Elly Moseson joined us to deliver the last of three talks in our Emerging Scholars Lecture Series, which we co-organize with the Jewish Studies Program at Kent State University. For more information about our Emerging Scholars Lecture Series, click here.
- ["Models of Israeli-Palestinian Peace" - Dr. Ilan Peleg](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=931) - We welcomed Dr. Ilan Peleg (Lafayette College) to YSU on April 11th for a discussion about different pathways to peace between Israelis and Palestinians. We are grateful to Dr. Peleg for his time and for allowing us to share his talk online for those who may have missed it or those who would like to
- [Model Knesset (Israeli Parliament) / April 18 at 5:00 PM](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=920) - Dr. Adam Fuller's "Israeli Politics" course culminates in a Model Knesset (Israeli Parliament). This semester’s Model Knesset will be held on April 18, 2022 at 5:00 pm at the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor (Steel Museum). The event is free and open to the public. A light buffet dinner will be served. For
- [Dr. Adam Fuller on Russia's War on Ukraine](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=907) - CJHS faculty affiliate and Academic Advisory Committee member spoke with WFMJ about Russia's war on Ukraine and US responses. For more, click here. WFMJ.com News weather sports for Youngstown-Warren Ohio
- [Lecture: Dr. C. Tova Markenson, "Jewish Feelings: Performing Tsuris (Troubles) at the Yiddish Theatres in Buenos Aires, 1880-1940" (3/15)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=904) - Online webinar (only). Register here.In partnership with the Jewish Studies Program at Kent State University Dr. C. Tova MarkensonAssistant ProfessorAcademy for Jewish Religion "Jewish Feelings: Performing Tsuris (Troubles) at the Yiddish Theatres in Buenos Aires, 1880-1940" Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 5:00 pm (eastern) / Online only with registration in advance. Dr. Markenson asks, "How
- [Dr. Eli Rosenblatt, "Creole Israel: The Jews of Suriname, 1890-1960," Emerging Scholars Lecture Series (Feb. 16, 2022, YSU / Kent State)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=901) - Dr. Eli Rosenblatt joined us to deliver the first of three talks in our Emerging Scholars Lecture Series, which we co-organize with the Jewish Studies Program at Kent State University. For more information about our Emerging Scholars Lecture Series and to register for the remaining two talks, click here. Full Video Dr. Rosenblatt will explore
- [Lecture: Dr. Eli Rosenblatt, "Creole Israel" (2/16)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=894) - Online webinar (only). Register here.
- [Emerging Scholars Lecture Series (YSU-Kent, Spring 2022)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=882) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies at Youngstown State University and the Jewish Studies Program at Kent State University proudly announce our joint "Emerging Scholars Lecture Series" for Spring 2022. Please join us in congratulated our speakers. Click here for more information and to register for our webinars.
- [Deadline Extended for Submitting Proposals to Symposium](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=877) - IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT The CJHS and the Jewish Studies Program at Purdue University have extended the deadline for submitting proposals to our joint symposium: "CONTACT: The Movement and Meetings of Jewish People and Artifacts across Cold-War Boundaries" Please submit a brief proposal and your CV by Monday, February 7 to ContactSymposium22@gmail.com. For more information click here
- [New Publication from CJHS Director](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=848) - Dr. Jacob Ari Labendz has published his latest academic article in the new issue of American Jewish History. ***In unserem Kreise: Czech-Jewish Activism and Diaspora in the USA, 1933-1994*** Readers with institutional access can download a copy here.
- ["Jews Around the World" Videos Posted (2021-2021)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=839) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies a YSU and the Jewish Studies Program at Kent State University collaborated on a lecture series in Spring 2021, "Jews around the World." The videos—save one, in process—are up! Watch them here. Moshe Bernstein, “The Jews of Kaifeng, China: Identities Then and Now” (2/23/2021) Galia Sabar, “Ethiopian Jews:
- [Sarah Wilschek's MA Thesis Available for Download!](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=833)
- [CONTACT Symposium](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=814) - CONTACT: Meetings and Movements of Jewish People & Artifacts across Cold-War Boundaries We are seeking participants for a three-day symposium in Youngstown, Ohio to deliver papers exploring the meetings and movements of Jewish people, organizations, and artifacts across Cold-War boundaries. We intend for the proceedings to form the basis of an edited volume and are
- [Jewish-Muslim Forum, Fall 2021](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=809) - "Religious Conservatism in Israeli and Palestinian Politics" (11/16/2021) Featuring Dr. Anwar Mhajne (Stonehill College) and Dr. Adam Fuller (YSU)Co-organized with Dr. Mustansir Mir and the Center for Islamic Studies at YSU
- [Dr. Adam Fuller in Youngstown's "Jewish Journal" (11/21)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=797)
- [Dr. Jacob Ari Labendz in Youngstown's "Jewish Journal" (11/2021)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=800) - Reprinted with permission from The Jambar, the student newspaper at YSU.
- [Dr. Adam Fuller's Scholarship Featured in The Jambar (10.28.21)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=793) - Read online here.
- [CfP: Jewish Studies Panel on "Transportation, Movement, and Mobility" at Robert W. Reeder I Symposium (YSU)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=784) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies at Youngstown State University proudly calls your attention to this conference. We will be sponsoring a Jewish-studies panel and invite proposals. Robert W. Reeder I Symposium: Transportation, Movement, and MobilityOctober 27-28, 2022 The History Program at Youngstown State University invites proposals for the 2022 Robert W. Reeder I
- [Response to Vaccine-Mandate/Holocaust Comparisons](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=777) - The Jambar, the student newspaper at YSU, ran a story on its front page which included a quote linking vaccine mandates to the Holocaust. A student participating in an anti-mandate protest commented, "I view it as this is the same way the Holocaust started. I mean, I know that's putting it into very blunt terms,
- [Stephanie Pridgeon screens "The Last Suit"](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=772) - We would like to extend deepest gratitude to Dr. Stephanie Pridgeon of Bates College, who visited Youngstown this week to screen and discuss "El último traje" for the Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival and YSU's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Dr. Pridgeon also joined Dr. Labendz's Jewish History course on Tuesday to offer a fantastic,
- [Book Celebration: Dr. Adam L. Fuller (10/21)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=766) - We are delighted to be hosting an interview with Dr. Adam L. Fuller to celebrate the publication of his last book, Israel and the Neoconservatives: Zionism and American Interests (Lexington, 2019). Click here for full text and information.
- [Film Screening and Discussion](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=760) - Film screening and discussion withDr. Stephanie Pridgeon (Bates); part of the Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival and YSU’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15 – 10/15). El Último Traje / “The Last Suit”(Argentina and Spain, 2017) October 11, 2021 at 6:00 PMYoungstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor (Steel Museum) Free to all.The Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival is free to
- [CfP "CONTACT: Meetings and Movements of Jewish People & Artifacts across Cold-War Boundaries" (Symposium and Subsequent Edited Volume)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=746) - We are seeking participants for a three-day symposium in Youngstown, Ohio to deliver papers exploring the meetings and movements of Jewish people and artifacts across Cold-War boundaries. We intend for the proceedings to form the basis of an edited volume and are already in discussion with a university press. Date: Sunday, May 22 - Tuesday,
- [The CJHS Sukkah is Up!!!](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=719) - With help from Rabbi Paula Winnig (Rodef Sholom), graduate students Kyle Willis and Anne Vallas, and Dr. Adam L. Fuller, we set up our Sukkah on DeBartolo Plaza. We extend our deepest gratitude to Sarah Lown and Randi Partika for providing us with such lush and fragrant schach (the branches on top). The Sukkah will
- ["Rodef Sholom and YSU History Program Partner for Archive"](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=716) - "In scattered closets and rooms within the Congregation Rodef Sholom lie artifacts of modern archaeology. Now, Youngstown State University and other resources join the temple in an archival project seeking to make sense of the findings." To read more from the Jambar, YSU's incredible student newspaper, click here.
- [Announcing our Emerging Scholars Lecture Program with the Jewish Studies Program at Kent State University](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=712) - In partnership with the Jewish Studies Program at Kent State University, we are soliciting applications from emerging scholars without tenure-track employment to deliver one of three lectures in Spring 2022. Selected applicants will also offer a guest lecture in a Jewish-studies course at one of our institutions (or offer a workshop for faculty). All lectures
- [Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=701) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies is a proud annual sponsor of the Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival. For information about this year’s film festival (2021) and to purchase tickets, click here.We will post promotional materials as soon as they are available.All films are free to YSU students. We are particularly excited to announce that
- [Dr. Adam Fuller on WFMJ (8/29/2021)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=695) - Dr. Adam Fuller, a CJHS affiliated faculty member who teaches Jewish-studies courses at YSU, spoke to WFMJ on Sunday about "the resurgence of terror groups in Afghanistan." Watch here.
- [CJHS Hiring Student Assistant](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=693) - ATTENTION YSU STUDENTS! The CJHS is hiring a student assistant for academic year 2021-2022. "The Student Program Assistant will support the Director of the Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies in all areas of administration related to the daily operations of the Center. They will assist the Director in coordinating and publicizing extra-curricular programming and
- [Dr. Adam Fuller speaks at Israeli Conference on "The Americanization of the Israeli Right"](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=665) - Dr. Adam Fuller, a member of the CJHS Academic Advisory Committee and affiliated faculty member, spoke on the first panel of a conference organized by the Center for the Study of the United States at Tel Aviv University, "The Americanization of the Israeli Right." Dr. Fuller's panel, "Neo-Conservatism," also featured Ilan Peleg (Lafayette University), Gayil
- [Available Here: Book on the History of Jews in Youngstown](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=650) - Thanks to the graciousness and generosity of the Ozer family, visitors to the CJHS website can now read and download this important work on the history of Jews in Youngstown. Irving E. Ozer, Harry Alter, Lois Davidow, and Saul Friedman, These are the Names: The History of the Jews of Greater Youngstown, OH, 1865-1990 (I. E. Ozer,
- [Congratulations to Dr. Nancy Wagner!](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=596) - We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Nancy Wagner on being named the inaugural President James Tressel Endowed Chair in Leadership at Youngstown State University. Dr. Wagner is a contributing member of the CJHS's Academic Advisory Committee and an affiliated faculty member. She as led study abroad trips to Israel and coordinated student experiences at
- [Burdman Family Fellowship Announced](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=623) - We thank and congratulate the Burdman family for establishing a lasting fellowship that will benefit YSU students for years into the future. We, at the CJHS, are particularly proud. Bonnie Deutsch Burdman is a longtime member of our Community Advisory Committee. She and her fellow committee members help the CJHS reach and serve the public
- [Roundtable Featuring Dr. Labendz Accepted for the 2021 Association for Jewish Studies Conference.](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=626) - "Meetings and Movements Across Cold-War Boundaries: Jewish People and Artifacts in Contact" The political discourses of the Cold War, and the first decades of reflection upon it following the regime changes in Central Europe in 1989 and the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, portrayed a world divided by ideology and bifurcated by militarized
- [In Memoriam: Dr. Michael Jerryson](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=588) - The CJHS joins with the rest of the YSU community in mourning the passing of Dr. Michael Jerryson. Michael was a beloved colleague, a gifted and popular teacher, and a superb researcher and writer. He embodied the conviction that scholars have an important role to play in society. We will miss him and will strive
- [Dr. Adam Fuller (CJHS, YSU) on Israel's New Government, Jewish Journal, Youngstown, OH](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=563) - Adam Fuller, "How Long Will Israel's New Government Last?" Jewish Journal 18, no. 7 (July 2021): 20
- [CHJS Sponsored Panel: Working-Class Studies Assoc. Conference](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=492) - 06/09/2021, 2:30 – 4:15 pm ET (online)Sponsored Panel: Working-Class Studies Association Conference 2021Divide and Work: Ethnicity, Gender, and Race in the Organization, Definition, and Structuring of Labor* Susan Breitzer, “Trades, Unions, and Combating Working-Class Antisemitism in Early Twentieth Century Chicago” (Independent Scholar) Samantha A. Smith, “Harold Minsky, ‘Family-Style’ Burlesque, and Showgirls: Or, Labor as it Relates
- [WCSA Conference — CJHS Sponsored Panel](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=399) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies is proud to sponsor an exciting panel at this year's conference of the Working-Class Studies Association, held at Youngstown State University. 06/09/2021, 2:30 - 4:15 pm ET (online)Sponsored Panel: Working-Class Studies Association Conference 2021Divide and Work: Ethnicity, Gender, and Race in the Organization, Definition, and Structuring of Labor*
- [Welcome!](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?p=46) - This is our first post. We've updated the rest of the site. We'll begin posting regularly, as we approach Fall 2021. Fill out the form on the right-hand side of this page to receive our email updates and announcements. -- Jacob Ari Labendz, Director

## Pages

- [Model Knesset](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=197) - How it Works The capstone to Dr. Adam Fuller's course in Israeli politics (POL 3765) is a Model Knesset (Israeli Parliament). In the Model Knesset, we simulate a bargaining agreement using mock election results. The simulation has two components: politicians and journalists. Politicians: Each student in the Israeli Politics class is a leader for a
- [Mission](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=109) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies at Youngstown State University is dedicated to teaching and promoting research on all aspects of Jewish culture, religion, politics, and history. The program emphasizes the experience of the Jewish people during the Holocaust and the proliferation of anti-Semitism in the contemporary world. To that end, the Center
- [Director](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=37) - Dr. Adam Fuller, Associate Professor of Political Science, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. Email here.
- [Model Knesset, Spring 2022](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=939) - Click here to learn more about the program. Photo credit: Jeffrey Bash (who put together a winning coalition years ago!) Introduction to the Program Students Introduce the Parties they Represent Party Reps. Negotiate Potential Government Alliances The Press Covers the Event and Releases Breaking News Party Leaders Fight to Maintain Coalition Agreements Excellent Food from
- [CJHS Advisory Committee](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=41) - Academic Advisory Sub-Committee Dr. Brian BonhommeProfessor, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, History Unit Dr. Loren LeaseChair & Professor, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Anthropology Unit Mr. Kyle StarkeyLecturer, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, History Unit Dr. Nancy Wagner Professor Emeritus, Department of Nursing Community Advisory Sub-Committee Bonnie Deutsch Burdman Melissa Bateman Nicholas Bush
- [USHMM Bus Trip](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=340) - Every fall semester, the Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies organizes a two-bus trip to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. The program is often integrated into either the course, "Lessons of the Holocaust from the USHMM" (HIST 3799) or "The Holocaust," (HIST 3788), depending upon which is being offered that semester. Students
- [About Us](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=35) - Mission Director CJHS Advisory Committee
- [Interfaith Forums](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=142) - Fall 2021: Religious Conservatism in Israeli and Palestinian Politics Spring 2021: What is Scripture with Dr. Jacob Ari Labendz and Dr. Mustansir Mir Spring 2020: Armin Langer, "Jewish-Muslim Alliances and Rivalries in Europe" Canceled due to COVID-19. Fall 2019: Jesus in the Jewish & Muslim Traditions with Dr. Labendz and Dr. Mir
- [Courses](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=50) - Fall 2025 HIST 3788: The Holocaust (Starkey) Spring 2026 POL 3765: Israeli Politics (Fuller)
- [CJHS Library](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=358) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies maintains a small library in DeBartolo Hall, room 524. Students may arrange to borrow books by contacting Dr. Adam Fuller. You can browse our holdings here. We would like to thank Congregation Rodef Sholom for a generous donation of books! If you would have relevant books to donate,
- [CONTACT: Meetings and Movements of Jewish People and Artifacts across Cold-War Boundaries](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=733) - Co-Organized by Jacob Ari Labendz and Rebekah Klein-PejšováCenter for Judaic and Holocaust Studies, Youngstown State UniversityJewish Studies Program, Purdue University All sessions will be held at the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor (Steel Museum), 151 W. Wood Street.Panels (with the exception of the keynote) will not be streamed or recorded. They are open
- [Architecture and Community: Congregation Rodef Sholom](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=1006) - Hannah K. Klacik, "Architecture and Community: Congregation Rodef Sholom" (MA Thesis, YSU, 2022).
- [Jewish Youngstown Resources](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=631) - Books A History of Jewish Youngstown and the Steel Valley, by Thomas Welsh, Joshua Foster, and Gordon F. Morgan Jr. (History Press & Mahoning Valley Historical Society, 2017). These are the Names: The History of the Jews of Greater Youngstown, Ohio, 1865-1990, by Irving E. Ozer, Harry Alter, Lois Davidow, and Saul Friedman (1994); available
- [CJHS Event List](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=118) - Spring 2022 Wednesday, February 16 at 5:00 PM (Online)Dr. Eli Rosenblatt (Northwestern)“Creole Israel: The Jews of Suriname (1900-1960)”Emerging Scholars Lecture SeriesRegister here for webinar Tuesday, March 15 at 5:00 PM (Online)Dr. C. Tova Markenson (Academy of Jewish Religion)"Jewish Feelings: Performing Tsuris (Troubles) at the Yiddish Theatres in Buenos Aires (1880-1940)"Emerging Scholars Lecture SeriesRegister here for webinar Monday,
- [Events & Calendar](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=120) - Click here for a list of this year's programs Click here for are archive of annual events and programs
- [OBS Travel Grant](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=854) - The OBS Travel grant offers $1,500 annually to a scholar who will conduct research in the archives of Congregation Ohev Beth Shalom (OBS, formerly Congregation Rodef Sholom) in Youngstown, OH. Recipients will offer a public lecture through the CJHS about their research. The presentation may be conducted virtually if necessary. The CJHS reserves the right
- [2020-2021 Events and Programs](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=233) - 09/11/2020 Rabbi Paula Winnig, Temple Rodef Sholom, “The Role of Rabbis” 10/23/2020 Rokhl Kafrissen, Yiddishist and playwright, “America as a Clay Dreydl: The Improbable Continuity of Yiddish in America” Ms. Kafrissen spoke to students in our Introduction to Jewish Studies Course (HIST 2600). The talk was shared with the public as part of our "Open
- [The Future of the Jewish Rust Belt](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=821) - Sarah B. Wilschek, Executive Director of Congregation Ohev Beth Shalom, Youngstown, OH"The Future of the Jewish Rust Belt: A Critical Analysis of one Rust Belt Jewish Community" (MA Thesis, Graetz College)
- [Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=285) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies is a proud annual sponsor of the Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival. All films are free to YSU students. We also screen films semi-regularly on campus to bring the festival and Jewish film to YSU. YAJFF 2021 For information about this year's film festival and to purchase tickets,
- [Book Celebration and Discussion: Adam Fuller (10/21)](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=763) - Join us as we congratulate Dr. Adam L. Fuller (YSU) on the publication of his book Israel and the Neoconservatives: Zionism and American Interests (Lexington, 2019) Dr. Jacob Ari Labendz (YSU) will interview Dr. Fuller about his book and then open the floor to questions. Thursday, October 21 at 4:00 pmPresidents Suite, Kilcawley Center, YSU
- [Screening and Discussion: "El Último Traje" / "The Last Suit"](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=754) - Film screening and discussion with Dr. Stephanie Pridgeon (Bates); part of the Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival and YSU's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15 - 10/15). El Último Traje / "The Last Suit"(Argentina and Spain, 2017) October 11, 2021 at 6:00 PMYoungstown Historical Center of Industry and Labor (Steel Museum) Free to all.The Youngstown
- [Party in the Hut: Sukkah Building and Decorating](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=674) - Sukkot is one of three pilgrimage festivals of the Jewish year, when ancient Israelites brought sacrifices to the Temple in Jerusalem. It commemorates the biblical tale of Hebrews, liberated from Egyptian bondage, wandering in the wilderness for forty years before entering the promise land of Canaan. During Sukkot, Jews eat and celebrate in a temporary
- [Study/Research Resources](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=503) - Find Youngstown-related resources here. Jewish Digital Collections and Jewish Study GuidesCurated by Dianne Romm and wonderfully extensive. This will be a great first-stop for students looking for primary (and also secondary) sources on an array of topics related to Jewish studies. NY Public Library Resource Page (Excellent!)Online resources broken down by topics: American Jewish History,
- [Jewish Jobs](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=660) - The Jewish-studies program at YSU focuses on Jewish history, culture, and politics. While we do not prepare students for any specific career, we also know that having deep, experiential knowledge of Jewish life can position students, whether they are Jewish or not, for employment with Jewish institutions or to work more sensitively with Jewish communities
- [Resources & Library](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=511) - CJHS Library Jewish Studies Resources Holocaust (Shoah) Resources Jewish Youngstown Resources These are the Names: The History of the Jews of Greater Youngstown, Ohio, 1865-1990
- [Holocaust (Shoah) Resources](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=483) - Find Youngstown-related resources here. Online Encyclopedias Holocaust Encyclopedia, US Holocaust Memorial Museum Holocaust Resource Center, Yad Vashem YIVO Encyclopedia of Jews in Eastern Europe Searchable Holocaust Testimonies Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies Jewish Survivors of the Holocaust via the British Library Midwest Center for Holocaust Education, Video Testimonies USC Shoah Foundation: Visual History Archive
- [These are the Names: The History of the Jews of Greater Youngstown, Ohio, 1865-1990](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=628) - The CJHS extends its deepest gratitude to the Ozer family for making this important book available to the public. Irving E. Ozer, Harry Alter, Lois Davidow, and Saul Friedman, These are the Names: The History of the Jews of Greater Youngstown, Ohio, 1865-1990 (Irving Ozer, 1994). To download or print, use the icons on the
- [Summer 2019: Holocaust & Human Rights](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=157) - Student Reflections in the Jewish Journal Syllabus and Itinerary Prev 1of5 Next Download the Syllabus for "The Holocaust and Human Rights" (Summer 2019)Download Download the final itinerary for "The Holocaust and Human Rights" (Summer 2019)Download The CJHS extends its deepest gratitude to the Thomases Family Foundation and YSU's College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
- [Jewish Youngstown](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=527) - Oral Histories Local oral histories via Maag Library, search "Jewish." Local Holocaust-survivor testimonies, login required. Books and Other Resources A History of Jewish Youngstown and the Steel Valley by Thomas Welsh, Joshua Foster, and Gordon F. Morgan (Mahoning Valley Historical Society, 2017).
- [Scholarships](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=410) - Thanks to the generosity of our donors, YSU has dedicated scholarships for students of Jewish studies from all backgrounds and for Jewish students. For all questions regarding such scholarship please contact: YSU Foundation, (330) 941-3211. For Students Who Take Jewish-Studies Courses & J.S. Minors Dr. Saul Friedman Scholarship in Jewish Studies The Dr. Saul Friedman
- [2019-2020 Events and Programs](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=246) - 9/18/2019 Welcome Week Panel: “Welcoming in NE Ohio: Past, Present, Future”Cosponsor with CLASS and Welcome Week 9/25/2019 Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival on Campus: DenialCosponsored with Pi Sigma Alpha 10/07/2019 Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival on Campus: Dear Fredy (National Coming Out Day)Cosponsored with the Program in Women’s and Gender Studies and YSUnity 10/11/2019 “Pizza in the
- [2018-2019 Events and Programs](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=293) - 9/10/2018 Sukkah Building Party — "Pizza in the Hut" 10/24/2018 Lior Sternfeld, “Between Iran and Zion: Jewish Histories of 20th Century Iran” 4/30/2019 Rebekah Klein-Pejšová, “Chapter from the Persecution of Jews in Slovakia” This talk served as the inaugural lecture for an exhibit at the Tyler History Center which will run from April 30 –
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- [Special Programs](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=138) - Jewish-Muslim Forum USHMM Bus Trip Model Knesset Study Abroad Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival
- [2017-2018 Events and Programs](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=325) - 10/04 & 9/2017 Sukkah Building ProjectSukkah Party ("Pizza in the Hut") with Rabbi Frank Muller and Rabbi Dario Hunter 11/14/2017 Rivka Neriya-Ben Shahar, “Old Order Amish and Jewish Ultra-Orthodox Women’s Responses to the Internet” Cosponsored with the Women and Gender Studies Program 02/19/2018 Panel Discussion: “Black and Jewish in America,” featuring Jane Gordon, April Baskin,
- [Annual Events Archive](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=228) - A retrospective on the programs and events organized by the CJHS. 2020-2021 Events and Programs2019-2020 Events and Programs2018-2019 Events and Programs2017-2018 Events and Programs
- [Study Abroad](https://jewishstudies.ysu.edu/?page_id=155) - The Center for Judaic and Holocaust Studies recognizes the unsurpassed value of study-abroad to the college learning and development experience. We organize and sponsor faculty-led seminars to various destinations. Students (generally) receive course credit for participating, which may be counted towards the fulfillment of a minor in Jewish Studies. Our study-abroad courses may be taken
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