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for a well-rounded and immersive 
experience.
The Abramson Scholarship 
offers scholarships for research 
or internships focused on 
antisemitism and Holocaust 
studies in Europe, Israel or the U.S. 
These are just two of the dozen 
scholarships available, reflecting 
the Jewish Studies program’s 
dedication to student success and 
growth. There are also scholarships 
that cover tuition for Jewish 
Studies courses.

STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS
A highlight of the Jewish Studies 
program is its emphasis on study-
abroad opportunities. Students can 
choose from four faculty-led edu-
cation abroad programs in Israel, 
ranging from a summer study 
abroad at the Hebrew University 
focused on the diversity of Israeli 

cultures, history and society to the 
Chamber Music Education Abroad 
Program in Israel, performing 
music in various locations in Israel 
in May. 
 There’s also a spring break 
opportunity focused on entrepre-
neurship in Israel and an exchange 
program for graduate students with 
the College of Education. All pro-
grams focus on the academic pur-
suit of enhancing one’s knowledge 
of the complexity of Israeli society 
and culture and provide invaluable 
experience and supplemental learn-
ing to their MSU curricula.
The Serling Institute provides 
the necessary support from 
the moment students register, 
helping them make the most of 
their time abroad. This includes 
the already mentioned study 
abroad programs in Israel and an 
inaugural study abroad program 

focused on the Holocaust and 
European Jewish history in 
Poland. These opportunities allow 
students to deeply connect with 
their studies, offering a unique 
and transformative educational 
experience.
The Serling Institute placed 
me in the position to gain skills 
and perspective while studying 
around the world that will carry me 
throughout the rest of my life.
For students interested in earning 
a Jewish Studies minor, there are 
two tracks available to fit any 
student at MSU: a general track 
and a social science track for social 
science majors. 
Students have the chance to 
present their research, connect 
with Jewish Studies minor alumni, 
and engage with scholars and 
experts in the field from around the 
world. The Serling Institute hosts 

a broad range of programming for 
co-curricular events and lectures 
that complement the Jewish Studies 
courses.
The Serling Institute for Jewish 
Studies and Modern Israel is 
dedicated to supporting students 
every step of the way, ensuring a 
fulfilling and successful academic 
journey while at MSU and beyond. 
Students are welcome to become 
part of the vibrant Jewish Studies 
community and take advantage 
of these and more unique 
opportunities available at Michigan 
State University. @

For more information on minoring in Jewish 

Studies at MSU, contact Director of the 

Michael and Elaine Serling Institute for Jewish 

Studies and Modern Israel, Professor Yael 

Aronoff, aronoffy@msu.edu and visit our 

website at jsp.msu.edu. 

Ben Goldstein is MSU Class of 2024 (Social 

Relations & Policy, James Madison College).

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