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January 5, 2007
2007 VINNIK FELLOWSHIP FOR ADVANCED STUDY IN ISRAEL...
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The Center for Judaic Studies is accepting applications for the 2007 Vinnik Fellowship for Advanced Study in Israel.
The Dr. Irwin E. Vinnik Fellowship provides scholarship funds to individuals who would benefit from educational travel and research in Israel. Students who are currently enrolled in programs in Judaic Studies, Religion, Human and/or Civil Rights or Interfaith study or who are pursuing ministerial or rabbinic degrees are encouraged to apply. The Vinnik Family's desire is to honor Dr. Vinnik's love of education and his dream of bridging the gap between the United States and Israel and between Jew, Muslim and Christian. The family hopes that recipients of the Fellowship will learn about Israel, Judaism and religious differences and pass on the knowledge and understanding gained during their stay, thereby enhancing the important task of interfaith awareness.
Please refer to http://www.du.edu/cjs/vinnik_scholarships.html for more information on the requirements for the application or contact Sarah Pessin, Interim Director of the Center for Judaic Studies at spessin@du.edu. All applications are due January 31, 2007.
3rd Annual Winter Film Series examines "JEWS ON THE MOVE: PILGRIMAGE, MIGRATION, REFUGE, & RETURN"
Our 3rd Annual Winter Film Series begins Wednesday, January 10 at 7 p.m. in DU's Davis Auditorium. Join us every Wednesday throughout January for award winning films that explore how Jews move through different spaces, places and identities and negotiate the tensions between tradition and innovation. All films are free and open to the public but RSVP's are appreciated. Please call 303.871.3660 or email palarsen@du.edu.
Wednesday, January 10 at 7p.m.
Divan
(USA, 2003/English, Yiddish and Hungarian with English subtitles/77 mins.)
Directed by Pearl Gluck
Special guest: director Pearl Gluck
Pearl Gluck is a woman on a mission. She wants a couch. Not any old couch, mind you, but an ornate, Hungarian, turn-of-the century couch upon which many an esteemed Hasidic rabbi had purportedly slept during their travels. On her mission to retrieve this couch from its rural Hungarian locale, Pearl befriends distant ex-Communist cousins, a wry Hasidic furniture restorer, astute formerly Orthodox Jews, and ultimately her father, who just wants her to marry a nice Jewish boy.
We are excited to welcome Pearl Gluck for a post screening discussion and reception. Divan is a Hasidic tale five years in the making and Gluck's debut feature documentary, developed with the assistance of the Sundance Institute. The first person to receive the Yiddish Fulbright to Hungary, her work has garnered support of arts organizations throughout the country including the New York State Council on the Arts, Eva Eastman Fund, and the National Foundation for Jewish Culture. She was also the co-director of the award-winning short, Great Balls of Fire.
Wednesday, January 17 at 7p.m.
Love, Iranian-American Style
(USA,2005/English/63 mins)
Directed by Tanaz Eshaghian
A twenty-something Iranian-American struggles with her family's not-so-subtle pressure to find a husband and settle down. To her community, marriage symbolizes stability and cultural continuity. To Eshaghian, marriage is a trap. A classic and bittersweet story of immigrant struggles to adapt to a new homeland. Smart and savvy.
Join us for a post screening discussion with Laura Merage of the Merage Foundation. Laura Merage was born in Tehran, Iran and immigrated to Los Angeles at the age of fifteen. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts from the University of Southern California and her Masters Degree in Art from New York University.
Laura is an artist/photographer with works in public and private collections nationally and internationally. Her work keeps her traveling for shows as well as inspiration. She keeps studios in Denver, Hawaii and Israel. Laura is married to David Merage and through their foundation, they support many community organizations in the United States, Israel and other countries.
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"ELECTIONS 2006: IS IT GOOD FOR THE AMERICAN JEWISH COMMUNITY?"
Join the Rocky Mountain Jewish Historical Society & Beck Archives, Center for Judaic Studies and Penrose Library at the University of Denver for a special lunch and lecture program with Dr. David Luchins.
Dr. Luchins is the Dean of Admissions and Professor of Political Science at Touro College & Former Senior Advisor on Jewish Affairs to the late Senator Daniel Moynihan.
Tuesday, January 16, 12:30 p.m.
University of Denver, Sturm Hall, Room 286
2000 E. Asbury (Corner of Race and Asbury)
Seating is very limited, reservations are required. For more information call 303.871.3016. Cost is $10 per person.
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The Jewish Genealogical Society of Colorado presents: An in depth look at the Stephen Morse Web Site
Stephen Morse has developed one of the best methods for accessing the primary genealogical databases on the Internet Terry Lasky will present an in depth look at what the Stephen Morse site has to offer and how to effectively use it.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 9, 2007; 6:30 Coffee, 7:00 Speaker
WHERE: Temple Emanuel, 1st Ave. at Forest Street Entrance
For more Information please contact Terry Lasky at 303.690.5168
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| TEACHER TRAINING FOR HOLOCAUST AWARENESS INSTITUTE... |
The Holocaust Awareness Institute at The University of Denver's Center for Judaic Studies & The Anti-Defamation League present: Echoes and Reflections Training. Utilizing this multimedia curriculum on the Holocaust, this curriculum delivers the pedagogical experience and resources of three world-renowned organizations: The Anti-Defamation League, Survivors of the Shoah Visual History Foundation, and Yad Vashem.
WHEN: Tuesdays, February 6, 2007 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: ADL Office 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1301
$12 per person, includes a free copy of the Echoes and Reflections Curriculum! RSVP: 303.871.3013 Space is limited!
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