Tag: Harvard

In the play "Power of Sail," the storyline delves into timely themes surrounding the US culture wars.
Top universities, including Harvard, Yale, and Stanford, have formed task forces to address and combat antisemitism on their campuses following a surge in such incidents.
Former Facebook executive Sam Lessin, after the rise of antisemitism and controversies at Harvard following the Hamas terror attacks, made a bid for Harvards Board of Overseers, emphasizing the importance of re-centering the university on academic excellence rather than multiple competing goals that have led to factionalism among students.
Rabbi David Wolpe, a Visiting Scholar at Harvard Divinity School, discusses the reactions that occurred at Harvard in response to an event on October 7.
Harvard professor Derek Penslar faced criticism for his book "Zionism: An Emotional State," which explores the emotions that have influenced Zionist thought and practice.
In Derek J. Penslar's book "Zionism: An Emotional State," he explores the emotional states underlying the Zionist project and the various reactions to it.
In a podcast episode featuring Chris Stirewalt, the discussion covers Ron DeSantis' decision to step back from the race, speculating on his potential vice presidential ambitions, and examining the changing dynamics within the two major political parties over the last two decades.
The resignation of Harvard's first Black president, Claudine Gay, has sparked wider significance than just a debate over campus antisemitism and free speech.
The article raises concerns about affirmative action and its impact on meritocracy in higher education, specifically focusing on the appointment of Claudine Gay as Harvard's president.
Dan Senor discusses recent events in Israel like the assassination of a Hamas leader in Lebanon and the Supreme Court's decision on judicial reform, before delving into the significance of Claudine Gay's resignation from Harvard.
The text discusses an incident of alleged plagiarism involving a DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) hire at Harvard University.
The presidents of Harvard, MIT, and UPenn recently faced scrutiny for their inability to answer whether calling for the genocide of Jews would violate school policies.
The text discusses recent incidents of anti-Semitism and the challenges faced by Jewish community organizations, particularly in the context of universities and the rise of anti-Israel sentiment.
During a recent House committee hearing on campus anti-Semitism, university presidents from institutions like Harvard, UPenn, and MIT were called out for their dishonesty and evasion of crucial issues.
In this discussion, Nadine Bahour, a Palestinian student, and Rochelle Berman, a Jewish student, discuss their experiences on American college campuses.
The author reflects on the tragic situation of a young Israeli trapped by Hamas, who sends a heartbreaking message to his family expressing love and sorrow.
"Smahtguy" is a graphic novel that tells the life story of Barney Frank, a pathbreaking gay legislator known for his gruff demeanor and no-nonsense approach to politics.
Aviva Aron-Dine, an economic policy analyst with a strong background in health policy, has been tapped by the White House to fill the role of deputy director at the National Economic Council (NEC).
Ruth Wisse, a professor emerita at Harvard, Mosaic columnist, and senior distinguished fellow at the Tikvah Fund, explores the role of fiction in modern Jewish culture and how it has conveyed the Jewish people's enduring dilemmas.
In a podcast discussion, the proposal for a home "contagiousness" test by Harvard's Michael Mina is explored through an article in Time.
The article discusses the exploration of Thoreau's "Walden" with a study partner in Jerusalem, highlighting the parallels between Thoreau's writings and traditional Jewish learning.
The article discusses the academic achievements of Asian-American students at schools like Harvard, attributing their success to their work ethic and dedication to academics, which outpaces that of their white counterparts.
The article discusses the complex relationship between the Lowell family, Harvard University, and the Jewish community.
The text tells the story of a deep and enduring friendship between two Jewish scholars, Itzhak and David, who met in a Talmud class with Rabbi Joseph Soloveitchik in Massachusetts.
Bernard Berenson, a renowned art expert, was a Jewish-born man from Lithuania who converted to Christianity in his youth and later became a leading authority on Renaissance art attribution.