BUSINESS IN ISRAEL - IB 400I is a course offering for the spring semester. The course will meet in the first half of the semester, studying about Israel, its history, culture, and various business industries. Over spring break, students will participate in a 10 day immersion trip to Israel for the class. Upon their return, students will work on research papers and a comparative analysis of the differences between industries in the US and Israel.  The trip will allow students to retain their Birthright eligibility.  The cost of the land portion of the trip is $2,070, which includes, transportation, hotels, meals, tour guides, and tips.  Students are responsible for their own airfare. You may view the course syllabus here. Interested students should contact Dr. Steve Malter by Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 314-935-7159 or malter@wustl.edu.

 

HUC-JIR is hosting open houses Oct. 25-26 in Cincinnati, Los Angeles, and New York. Ever considered becoming a
Rabbi, Cantor, Jewish Educator, Communal Professional, or Scholar? Want to learn more? Enjoy a day in the life of the
Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion campus of your choice and see what your future could be. Free Registration. Home hospitality. Generous travel subsidies. Learn more on the HUC website.

 

THE BRODSKY LIBRARY will hold a book discussion, led by Rabbi Jeffrey Stiffman, of The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch and Jeffrey Zaslow, on Tues., Oct. 20 at 7:30pm in the Jewish Federation Kopolow Building, 12 Millstone Campus Drive. Admission is $7.00, and reservations are required by Oct. 19. For more info or to make reservations, call 314-442-3720 or e-mail brodsky-library@jfedstl.org.

 

KESHER FALL CONVENTION 2009 will be held October 23-25 at Indiana University.  Come spend the weekend in Bloomington with other Reform Jewish college students from all over the US and Canada!  Highlights of the event include: drafting the first ever Kesher Constitution; fun social activities such as laser tag and a BBQ; exciting workshops and programs; spirited Shabbat services and Havdallah experience; the chance to get to know dozens of college students from coast to coast. For more information and to register, visit the Convention website!
 

ETGAR 36 is looking for Wash U students who enjoy travel, politics, history, and working with teens - and would like to get paid to do all four! Etgar 36, a summer travel program for Jewish teens, is looking for staff. Etgar 36 offers cross-country journeys in which teens develop their American and Jewish identities as well as become empowered to get involved politically and socially. As a staff member, you will be able to see America and help develop the future leadership of the American Jewish community - and you will get paid to do it. Previous work with youth and involvement with youth groups/summer camp a plus. Applicants must be rising juniors or older, and should be in good physical shape. For more information and to apply for a staff position, visit the Etgar 36 website or contact Jonah Lowenfeld at jonah@etgar.org.

JERUSALEM ONLINE UNIVERSITY has a new session starting Oct. 19! Experience 3000 years of Jewish wisdom from the comfort of your laptop! JOU is a unique course with a fascinating blend of Jewish history, ethics and culture. Students receive $100 upon completion of the online videos and live events. Apply by Oct. 18 online or contact rickah@ujewashu.com.

 

THE CLEVELAND HILLEL FOUNDATION is sponsoring a paid summer internship program for college students who will be sophomores, juniors, and seniors in Fall 2010. The program will run June 14-August 6, 2009.  Students are placed for internships based on skills and interests at local businesses and non-profits.  Interns work four days per week and participate in educational and social programming with Hillel on Fridays.  There are also opportunities for movie nights, concerts, restaurant dinners, and other events.  Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and the final application dealine is February 1, 2010. An in-person interview between November 1 and February 1 is required for admission.  For more information, check out the Cleveland Hillel website or contact Ilana Shafran Mandel at ishafran@clevelandhillel.org.

 

REGISTRATION FOR ASB 2010 is now open! Sign up today to have the spring break of a lifetime!  Over the past four years, hundreds of young adults, ages 18-30, have chosen to forgo their typical vacations and travel with Jewish National Fund's Alternative Spring Break.  The weeklong community service trip during March gives students and young professionals the opportunity to get their hands dirty and experience Israel from a new perspective.  The trip - full of hard work, hikes, educational programming, interactions with local Israeli's and an incredible amount of fun -  will connect you to the land and people.  Trips depart the weeks of March 7, March 14 and March 21!  For additional information and to register visit our website at www.jnf.org/asb.