THE JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL has been awarded a grant from the Jewish Council for Public Affairs to fund a student intern for the second half of the fall semester and the full spring semester. It pays $2500 and the student works 12-15 hours a week (only half of that time has to be in the JCRC office; the rest could be from home) on anti-poverty programming for JCRC and on campus at Wash U. The student also gets to go to the annual Plenum of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs in Dallas in February. To apply, a student needs to be Jewish and a sophomore or junior. Application materials include a resume, short statement of interest, and a few references. For more information, contact Gail Wechsler at 314-442-3894 or gwechsler@jcrcstl.org.

 

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 as soon as possible at 314-935-7159 or malter@wustl.edu.

 

JDC is currently recruiting for the 2010 - 2011 Ralph I. Goldman Fellowship (RIG), the premiere opportunity for engaging young Jewish leaders in the work of the world's largest Jewish humanitarian aid organization. Who? JDC is looking for the best young Jewish thinkers and doers - writers, artists, policy shapers, business innovators, and community builders. What? JDC's Ralph I. Goldman Fellowship is a one-of-a-kind, paid, professional development opportunity to live and work in overseas locations where JDC is active and engage with the inner workings of the organization. Where? JDC works in over 70 countries around the world. When? Fellowship begins in September 2010 with an orientation period at JDC's headquarters in New York, continues with two or more overseas assignments, and concludes in New York in September 2011. Candidates must have a Master's degree or equivalent; Professional achievement in the candidate's chosen career; Exceptional leadership and communication skills; Strong interest in international Jewish affairs and public service. Deadline to apply is Dec. 30, 2009. For more info, visit the JDC website.

 

HILLEL'S SPRING ENGAGEMENT INTERNSHIP might be for you! Are you studying abroad in Buenos Aires in Spring 2010?  Do you enjoy meeting new people? Are you looking for ways connect to BA's local culture? Then apply now to intern with Hillel's Global Campus Initiative (GCI).  GCI Interns network with other Jewish study abroad students in Buenos Aires and build connections to local Jewish students through community service, holiday celebration, and other programs. Interns receive a stipend and programming budget. Find more info and the GCI application on the sidebar here. Also look for GCI in BA on Facebook. Applications are due Nov. 20.

 

THE MUSEUM OF IMAJEWNATION will be part of the JCC's grand opening of the Staenberg Family Complex Arts and Education Building in Creve Coeur scheduled for late February 2010.  The ambition of the museum is to engage people's imagination and encourage their interaction with Jewish culture.  Artists are challenged to create for display and possible sale works that respond to a specific question or theme. We will support their efforts with optional community workshops and classes to create a thriving environment for interactive learning and artistic expression.  Thousands of community members are anticipated to view each exhibit.  The first exhibit will celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim.  Artists are invited to respond to the question:  "Have you ever heard a sound that could ease an angry heart?"  This exhibit challenges the artist to design a grogger and imagine the sounds that it can make.  For complete entry guidelines, visit the JCC website.

 

THE GEORGE WARREN BROWN SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK at Washington University in St. Louis is offering a unique option for students looking for the specialized knowledge and skills needed to succeed in careers as professional leaders for the Jewish community. Through the Brown School's number-one ranked M.S.W. program, students can design an individualized concentration that integrates social work knowledge, values, and skills with studies in the historic and modern American Jewish community, Diaspora communities, and contemporary Israel. Students may also opt to complete a dual degree leading to the M.S.W./M.A. in Jewish Studies. This dual degree is offered in partnership with Washington University's Graduate Program in Jewish Studies. For more information, including scholarship information, call or email program coordinator Barbara Levin at 314-935-6661 or blevin@wustl.edu and visit the Brown School's website.