News
Spertus Institute Expands Israel Education Work Through Conflicts of Interest Program
July 7, 2026 — Spertus Institute is proud to become the new home for the Conflicts of Interest program, which helps Jewish leaders engage more effectively on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Summer 2026 Seminar Recap
June 15, 2026 — Another exciting seminar is behind us! Check out some highlights of learning, connection, and community as students from our Jewish Studies, Jewish Professional Studies, and Certificate in Jewish Leadership programs, along with our Board of Trustees, gathered on our campus.
Op-Ed: CAJE and Spertus Institute’s Certificate in Israel Leadership offers blueprint for other Jewish communities
eJP, June 15, 2026 — Audrey Bensoussan, CAJE’s Director of Day School Programs and Services, shares about the pilot Certificate in Israel Leadership as a blueprint for communities across North America.
Op-Ed: Building Jewish Pride in the South: A Strategy for Combating Antisemitism
Shalom Y’all, May 2026 — Molly Levy, LCCA alumna, reflects on the certificate program and takeaways to build holistic Jewish pride in the South through education and communal support.
Spertus Institute’s 2026 Graduation
May 3, 2026 — Fifteen 2026 Spertus Institute graduates join thousands of Spertus alumni who advance Jewish organizations and communities around the world with knowledge and skills gained at Spertus.
Certificate in Synagogue Executive Leadership Cohort 1 Culmination
April 29, 2026 — Spertus Institute wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to our inaugural cohort of the Certificate in Synagogue Executive Leadership (CSEL), a partnership between Spertus Institute and the National Association for Temple Administration (NATA).
Spertus Institute Partners with The Network for Jewish Human Services Agencies
April 13, 2026 — Spertus Institute announced a formal partnership today with The Network for Jewish Human Service Agencies (NJHSA) and will now be considered a Strategic Supporter. NJHSA represents over 170 nonprofit Jewish service organizations in the United States, Canada, and Israel that serve over 2 million people annually.
Certificate in Jewish Leadership Cohort 19 Culmination
January 15, 2026 — Spertus Institute wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to our most recent cohort of the Certificate in Jewish Leadership (CJL), a partnership between Spertus Institute and Northwestern University.
Announcing the Jewish professionals selected for Spertus Institute’s Leadership Certificate in Combating Antisemitism
October 9, 2025 — The Leadership Certificate in Combating Antisemitism for Professionals (LCCA-P) is an innovative program for executives and senior leaders of Jewish organizations to gain the tools and confidence to respond to the troubling rise in antisemitism.
Announcing the Lay Leaders selected for Spertus Institute’s Leadership Certificate in Combating Antisemitism
October 9, 2025 — The Leadership Certificate in Combating Antisemitism for Lay Leaders (LCCA-LL) is an innovative program for trustees and board members of Jewish organizations and foundations to gain the tools and confidence to respond to the troubling rise in antisemitism.
Introducing Cohort NA 7 of the MA in Jewish Professional Studies
We are excited to announce the dedicated Jewish community professionals beginning the MA in Jewish Professional Studies this Fall!
Meet Cohort 9 of the Executive MA in Jewish Professional Studies
We are excited to announce the outstanding Jewish community professionals beginning the Executive MA in Jewish Professional Studies this Fall!
Announcing the Certificate in Synagogue Executive Leadership from NATA & Spertus Institute
The National Association for Temple Administration (NATA), in proud partnership with Spertus Institute, is launching an impactful Certificate in Synagogue Executive Leadership.
Dr. Keren Fraiman Named Vice President
Spertus Institute proudly announces Dr. Keren Fraiman’s new role as Vice President.
CJL Cohort 18 Culmination
Spertus Institute proudly recognizes the individuals who make up Cohort 18 of the Certificate in Jewish Leadership. Their contributions to their organizations and the broader Jewish community exemplify the program’s mission to inspire and support effective, dynamic leadership.
Meet Spertus Institute’s Three Newest Trustees
Spertus Institute welcomes three new trustees: Jared Isaacson, Rachel Stern, and Scott Braswell. They bring a deep commitment to furthering Jewish learning and leadership.
Spertus Institute welcomes Dr. Daniella Farah
Spertus Institute is delighted to welcome Dr. Daniella Farah as the new Assistant Director of Jewish Studies. In this role, Dr. Farah will oversee our Masters and Doctoral programs in Jewish Studies, advise students, and guide the strategic growth and direction of the programs.
Dr. Keren Fraiman Awarded the 2025 Ilia Salita Award
Spertus Institute proudly announces Dr. Keren Fraiman, Dean and Chief Academic Officer, has been awarded the Ilia Salita Excellence in Applied Research Award in recognition for her groundbreaking work on conflict education within Jewish educational settings.