American Jewish University

Dr. Eilon Schwartz was invested in creating sustainable environments in Israel when he became increasingly concerned by the extreme social and political polarization and divisions he witnessed in all areas of national life. He therefore created the Shaharit Institute, a think tank and leadership incubator, that seeks to create a politic that unites all aspects of Israeli society. Join him in conversation with AJU’s President, Dr. Jeffrey Herbst, to discuss the challenges Israelis face at this moment and how they might create a new national dynamic.

Summary: The Office Administrator supports the Office of Innovation in administration, customer service, management of events and classes including arts, language & Jewish Studies. The right candidate is a team player, anticipator, problem solver, great communicator with a professional and enthusiastic disposition. Responsibilities:...Continue reading

Join Camp Alonim Sunday NOV. 1 for the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles's Tour De Summer Camps Fundraiser that helps ensure kids can go to camp this summer. The best part about this year's event is that campers and families alike can also participate from home! So grab your bike (stationary included!), sign up at the link below, and get pedaling! Join Team Alonim today: tourdesummercamps.org/campalonim

Gidi Grinstein, founder and president of The Reut Institute, a Tel Aviv based non-profit and non-partisan institution, argues that what has sustained the Jewish people for centuries is an ability to evolve within their current environment (flexibility) while simultaneously maintaining a solid core of values from which they don’t veer (rigidity). In conversation with AJU President Jeffrey Herbst, he will discuss the founding stories of the Jewish people, leadership, security, and relations with the Palestinians. To purchase the book, please visit: https://www.amazon.com/Flexigidity-Secret-Adap//0991306902 Visit: Reut Group .

"Our events page became a treasure trove of different voices, practices, and learning opportunities." Chloe Noland, our Program Operations Specialist, shares how during the pandemic AJU adapted to the new normal in which we found ourselves by converting our in-person programs into an online platform. B'Yachad Together has lived up to its namesake and over the last months has become a virtual Jewish community that keeps us inspired, learning and connected. ... Read the article: https://medium.com//a-virtual-jewish-community-born-out-of