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‘Tales, Myths, and Nightmares’ symbolizes struggle and strengths of Jewish people

November 27, 2012

— By Betsy Gomberg for JUF News —

In Tales, Myths, and Nightmares, artist and historian Yohanan Petrovsky-Shtern introduces a cast of characters he says are “irreducible,” like the spare style and primary colors he uses to set his scenes.

One Book, One Community, One More River

October 31, 2012

— By Stefanie Pervos Bregman for JUF News —

Author Mary Glickman was not born in the South, nor to a Jewish family, but her passion, connection, and dedication to both Southern culture and Judaism inspires and informs her writing.

Meet Spertus Shop Buyer and Manager Jill Sevelow

October 28, 2012 

— By Lori Finkel for Spertus Institute — 

With a career that spans education, publishing, and retail, Jill Sevelow has worn many hats. Now we’ve snagged her as the buyer and manager of the Spertus Shop.

Cokie Roberts program cancelled due to Hurricane Sandy

October 28, 2012

Ticket holders should contact Lisa Del Sesto at ldelsesto@spertus.edu or call our box office at 312.322.1773 to arrange for refund, exchange, or donation.

Spertus welcomes Dr. Peter M. Ascoli to our Board of Trustees

October 10, 2012

To Dr. Peter Ascoli, being an integral member of Chicago’s nonprofit community is part of his family’s legacy.

Where are the Women in Jewish Professional Life?

September 20, 2012

Jane Eisner, editor-in-chief of the Forwardwill spearhead a discussion of gender inequities in Jewish organizations at Spertus' Celebration of Jewish Professional Life & Leadership Wednesday, November 14, 2012.

Rosh Hashanah: A Fresh Take on Comfort Foods

Augist 30, 2012

— By Jim Romanoff For The Associated Press —

Laura Frankel thinks about Rosh Hashanah in simple terms.

JUF News announces this year's Jewish Book Month initiative

August 20, 2012

JUF News announces this year's selection for Spertus' One Book | One Community initiative.

Spertus Prime Speaker Series Starts This Fall

August 8, 2012

Spertus announces dynamic, thought-provoking speaker series! Cokie Roberts to discuss the impact of the Jewish vote, Jonathan Safran Foer to reveal what inspires his writing, and Tzipi Livni to share her insider's view of recent developments in the Mideast.

Bible Stories Help Cope With Emotional Problems

July 29, 2012

— By Judy Siegel-Itzkovich for The Jerusalem Post

A veteran clinical psychologist promotes the use of biblical psychology.

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