Jewish Studies 362jf - Seminar: Topics in Jewish Studies-Judaism and Feminism

Sem:T-Judaism&Feminism

Spring
2026
01
4.00
Sari Fein

TH 1:20 PM - 4:00 PM

Smith College
JUD-362jf-01-202603
sfein@smith.edu
How did the feminist movement impact Judaism and Jewish self-identity, and how and why did Jews play a formative role at key moments in feminist history? Discussions include feminist midrash, ritual innovation and contested issues such as divorce, women's religious leadership and LGBTQ Jews in religious law and practice. Experiential learning is emphasized through lectures from guest speakers, work in the Smith archives which houses the papers of several groundbreaking American (Jewish) feminists and visits to local sites. A prior course in Jewish Studies is helpful, but not required. Restrictions: Juniors and seniors only; JUD 362 may be repeated once with a different topic. Enrollment limited to 12. Instructor permission required.

[CE] JR/SR only; JUD 362 Limit

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.
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