BA in Jewish Studies in Northridge United States | California State University, Northridge

The Bachelor of Arts in Jewish Studies offers a multidisciplinary exploration of Jewish people and their traditions. This program investigates how culture, history, language, and religion intersect within worldwide Jewish communities. As an interdisciplinary field, Jewish Studies embraces the rich variety of global Jewish life through sacred texts, creative works, historical perspectives, social sciences, and gender research. The curriculum highlights how Jewish populations have significantly influenced diverse civilizations across time. Through intimate classroom settings, students collaborate with professors and peers to examine personal and collective identity formation, critically assess societal stereotypes, and apply academic insights to real-world challenges. The program provides analytical tools for examining both American and international cultures while fostering ethical reasoning to address contemporary social concerns.