Israel Resources for Jewish Studies Scholars and Educators
The Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University promotes exemplary teaching and scholarship in Israeli history, politics, culture, and society.
Fellowships
A competitive fellowship program for faculty in all disciplines. Engage with world-class faculty from Israel and the US, as well as leading personalities in Israeli public life, the academy, and the arts. Create a syllabus and depart equipped to teach an Israel studies course in your field. The 2023 Summer Institute will take place at Brandeis, June 28-July 9 and in Israel, July 10-19. Apply by January 17, 2023.
For students focusing on Israel studies in departments such as history, politics, anthropology, Near Eastern & Judaic studies. Full tuition scholarship, individual health insurance coverage, and a $36,000 stipend, plus the opportunity to participate in the Summer Insitute for Israel Studies. Renewable for up to five years. Come study with our distinguished faculty.
Use the code SCIS23 when applying and we will waive your application fee.
Publications
Research Guide for Israel Studies
A comprehensive guide for scholars, educators, students, and other learners. Your one-stop shop for Israel studies queries.
The Perspectives on Israel Studies book series and Israel Studies journal present original, groundbreaking scholarship on Israeli history, politics, society, culture, and more. Published through Indiana University Press.
Programs
A diverse range of lectures, panel discussions, conversations with artists, authors, public intellectuals, and leading scholars, as well as advanced academic seminars geared toward faculty and graduate students, presenting the latest research in Israel studies.
Looking for a video to show your students? Visit our YouTube channel to watch a large selection of recorded programs. Great for classroom use.