Programs & Events
At Spertus Institute, we believe that there are many ways to understand and experience Jewish life, religion, traditions, texts, history, and culture. Likewise, there are many ways to learn.
At our core are Degrees & Certificates that provide students the opportunity to connect with Jewish ideas in the service of their personal growth and professional advancement. Along with them, we proudly present programs in an array of formats for participants in Chicago and around the world. These programs are open to all.
Thursday, October 23 – Explore our acclaimed MA in Jewish Professional Studies and accelerated Executive MA in Jewish Professional Studies programs in this upcoming Virtual Open House hosted by Spertus.
Thursday, November 6 – Spertus faculty member Dr. Daniella Farah leads this session. We will explore the themes of upward mobility, interreligious encounters, and assimilation through the lens of Jewish education in modern Iran.
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Tuesday, September 16 – Spertus faculty member Stefan Teodosic leads this session. We will explore the trust equation and see how credibility, reliability, connection and self-orientation can be leveraged to build incredibly strong professional bonds and unlock untapped potential in your work relationships.
Critical Conversations is an annual Spertus Institute program that brings together experts and activists to address the most critical issues of the day. In 2025, our presenters addressed economic vulnerability in the Jewish community.
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In a recent online professional development workshop, Spertus faculty member Mordy Walfish explored the issue of employee engagement.
Artificial Intelligence offers promise and risks. To help us understand the issue, we had a panel of leaders in the field share their expertise.
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Ken Krimstein shares the stories behind “When I Grow Up: The Lost Autobiographies of Six Yiddish Teenagers.”
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Rising antisemitism targets the very fabric of our communities. To help us understand the issue, we gathered four experts to share their insights.
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