EDUC 305: How to Think About Antisemitism (AMSTUD 305, JEWISHST 205, RELIGST 205X)

Course Description

This course, designed for graduate and advanced undergraduates, offers an extended exploration of contemporary antisemitism through three key themes: institutions, ideologies, and definitions. Students will explore how various institutions (like law or education) shape antisemitism. The course will also examine ideologies that underpin antisemitic beliefs and behaviors, including religious, political, and cultural factors. Finally, students will explore the challenges of defining antisemitism in the contemporary moment, considering its evolving nature and the debates over definitions.