The Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought News Courses Straus Scholars Program Twice Blest A Podcast Exploring Shakespeare and the Hebrew Bible LISTEN HERE The Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought News Courses Straus Scholars Program Twice Blest A Podcast Exploring Shakespeare and the Hebrew Bible LISTEN HERE Artificial Intelligence Biotechnology Computer Science Cybersecurity Data Analytics and Visualization Digital Marketing and Media Mathematics Occupational Therapy Physician Assistant Physics Speech-Language Pathology Mission Statement The Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought trains Â鶹Çø students to be Orthodox intellectual leaders who are well versed in both Torah and the Western canon. Through a combination of unique, interdisciplinary courses taught in collaboration with faculty from across YU, communal events, and publications, the Straus Center seeks to cultivate the intellectual, religious, and civic leaders of tomorrow. Undergraduate Courses News & Events Mission Statement The Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought trains Â鶹Çø students to be Orthodox intellectual leaders who are well versed in both Torah and the Western canon. Through a combination of unique, interdisciplinary courses taught in collaboration with faculty from across YU, communal events, and publications, the Straus Center seeks to cultivate the intellectual, religious, and civic leaders of tomorrow. Undergraduate Courses News & Events Straus Scholars The Straus Scholars Program seeks to identify and attract exceptionally gifted undergraduate men and women who demonstrate high academic achievement, leadership potential, and commitment to studying the great works of the Jewish and Western tradition. Learn More Undergraduate Courses The Straus Center offers a host of interdisciplinary courses that embody the values of Torah Umadda, including Shakespeare and the Talmud, Psychology and Jewish Thought, The Thought of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, The Jews of Early America, and Jewish Art and Visual Culture. Learn More Impact Office The Straus Center’s Impact Office, led by Dr. Tevi Troy, is responsible for fostering the growth of the Straus Scholars beyond the walls of the classroom by making them aware of internship and fellowship opportunities and job postings, offering mentorship and networking opportunities over the course of their early careers, and arranging continued intellectual enhancement activities following graduation. Learn More Contact Us 2495 Amsterdam Avenue Belfer Hall, Suite 501 New York, NY 10033 Phone: 646-592-6383 Email: strauscenter@yu.edu Recent News and Events A Summer of Political and Halakhic Education YU News interviews Straus Scholar Aharon Soloveichik about his summer internships. READ MORE A Summer of Political and Halakhic Education Aharon Soloveichik (YC ‘25) spent this past summer with the American Enterprise Institute and the Beth Din of America. READ MORE From Homer to The Hobbit The Straus Fall 2024 courses and reading groups include a variety of topics across different disciplines. READ MORE From Homer to The Hobbit For Fall 2024, the Straus Center, in collaboration with Â鶹Çø College and Stern College for Women, is offering numerous courses for Straus Scholars and Â鶹Çø undergraduate students to study the great texts and traditions of the West and Judaism. READ MORE Antisemitism, the Media, and the Jews A compelling dialogue among some of the most notable voices in Jewish media. READ MORE Antisemitism, the Media, and the Jews On May 7th, the Straus Center hosted its annual Rabbi Allan Mirvis Lecture, which took place at the Fifth Avenue Synagogue in Manhattan. READ MORE A Summer of Impactful Students Summer internships supported by the Straus Center Impact Office. READ MORE A Summer of Impactful Students This summer, the Straus Center Impact Office supported several Straus Scholars and other top YU students as they pursue exciting professional advancement opportunities in the fields of politics, policy, journalism, academia, and Jewish advocacy. READ MORE Torah and Western Thought in the UK Highlights from the Straus Center's summer seminar in the UK. READ MORE Torah and Western Thought in the UK From June 2nd to June 6th, 2024, the Straus Center participated in a summer seminar in England. The program featured leading diplomats, writers, academics, and Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis. READ MORE Exploring Torah and Western Thought Highlights from the 2024 Straus Center Summer Seminars. READ MORE Exploring Torah and Western Thought The Straus Center hosted summer seminars for high schoolers on Torah and Western Thought, featuring lectures, discussions, and cultural explorations in New York City. READ MORE A Summer of Political and Halakhic Education YU News interviews Straus Scholar Aharon Soloveichik about his summer internships. READ MORE A Summer of Political and Halakhic Education Aharon Soloveichik (YC ‘25) spent this past summer with the American Enterprise Institute and the Beth Din of America. READ MORE From Homer to The Hobbit The Straus Fall 2024 courses and reading groups include a variety of topics across different disciplines. READ MORE From Homer to The Hobbit For Fall 2024, the Straus Center, in collaboration with Â鶹Çø College and Stern College for Women, is offering numerous courses for Straus Scholars and Â鶹Çø undergraduate students to study the great texts and traditions of the West and Judaism. READ MORE Antisemitism, the Media, and the Jews A compelling dialogue among some of the most notable voices in Jewish media. READ MORE Antisemitism, the Media, and the Jews On May 7th, the Straus Center hosted its annual Rabbi Allan Mirvis Lecture, which took place at the Fifth Avenue Synagogue in Manhattan. READ MORE A Summer of Impactful Students Summer internships supported by the Straus Center Impact Office. READ MORE A Summer of Impactful Students This summer, the Straus Center Impact Office supported several Straus Scholars and other top YU students as they pursue exciting professional advancement opportunities in the fields of politics, policy, journalism, academia, and Jewish advocacy. READ MORE Torah and Western Thought in the UK Highlights from the Straus Center's summer seminar in the UK. READ MORE Torah and Western Thought in the UK From June 2nd to June 6th, 2024, the Straus Center participated in a summer seminar in England. The program featured leading diplomats, writers, academics, and Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis. READ MORE Exploring Torah and Western Thought Highlights from the 2024 Straus Center Summer Seminars. READ MORE Exploring Torah and Western Thought The Straus Center hosted summer seminars for high schoolers on Torah and Western Thought, featuring lectures, discussions, and cultural explorations in New York City. READ MORE
