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The ISGAP Certificate Program in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies offers a wide range of courses that enable you to explore topics aligned with your interests and to gain professional knowledge. Courses are taught by leading international scholars and will provide a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of contemporary antisemitism and approaches to combat this growing challenge to democratic principles. 

This program aims to provide deeper insights into the socio-economic, political, and cultural processes related to this rapidly evolving subject matter. The ISGAP Certificate Program in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies offers a wide range of courses that enable you to explore topics aligned with your interests and to gain professional knowledge. Courses are taught by leading international scholars and will provide a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of contemporary antisemitism and approaches to combat this growing challenge to democratic principles.

Course Structure
Each course consists of four-part online sessions scheduled weekly throughout the Fall and Spring semesters. To earn the Certificate, candidates must successfully complete two required courses and four elective courses, totaling six courses within a two-year timeframe.

Students may enroll in individual courses without committing to the full certificate program. In order to receive an official ISGAP certificate, students must, however, complete the required coursework.

Although live participation is encouraged, all courses will be recorded and available for later viewing.

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ISGAP-University of Miami Winter Institute

The 2024 ISGAP-University of Miami Winter Institute for Curriculum Development in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies

9-19 December 2024

Scholars-in-Residence: Intended for academics at all stages of their careers, with a particular emphasis on encouraging participation from professors holding full-time positions at colleges or universities including individuals working across faculties, historical periods, and subjects. Under the guidance of leading international academics, accepted Scholars-in-Residence will develop course syllabi in the interdisciplinary study of critical contemporary antisemitism to be taught by the Scholar-in-Residence at their current or future academic institutions.

To Apply: submit a CV, a letter of intent, two letters of recommendation, as well as a letter from the Chair, Dean, or Provost of the scholar’s home department, confirming that the scholar will be able to teach the course designed at the ISGAP-Miami Winter Institute. Recognizing the unique circumstances related to the challenges faced since October 7th, in lieu of a formal letter from your institution, please compose a letter demonstrating your commitment to incorporating program insights into your existing courses.

Provisions will be made for scholars working outside a tenure track environment.

Elie Wiesel-Martin Luther King Jr. Scholars: ISGAP also reserves a limited number of spots for undergraduate university students demonstrating academic credentials, proven leadership skills, and a commitment to social justice. Wiesel-King Scholars will design student-led initiatives aimed at addressing antisemitism and racism on their campuses. The 2024 ISGAP-Miami Winter Institute will offer an exciting and unprecedented opportunity to join a global community of thinkers committed to examining, interrogating, and ultimately challenging contemporary antisemitism.

To Apply: submit a CV, two reference letters, and a concise project proposal.

Applicants are accepted on a rolling basis, please note that early applications are encouraged as space is limited. Accepted Scholars-in-Residence will be liable to pay tuition fees of $2,000 USD. Wiesel-King Jr. Scholars will be liable to pay tuition fees of $1,400 USD. Tuition will cover the cost of the program including accommodation and half-board (breakfast and lunch).

*Limited scholarships are available for exceptional candidates.

Applications, questions and concerns should be submitted via email to [email protected] under the subject heading “ISGAP-UM Winter Institute 2024.″

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