Article: The Jewish Studies Dilemma: Jewish studies programs have exploded on

Daniel Schifrin
The Jewish Week
06-09-1994
The Jewish Studies Dilemma: Jewish studies programs have exploded on. college campuses since the '60s. But the question is, do they affect students' Jewish identity?

DANIEL SCHIFRIN

STAFF WRITER

Lauren Eichler had little Jewish background and vague career goals when she entered Princeton University four years ago. After taking courses in Hebrew and ancient history, she began to explore other aspects of Jewish life. She now plans to become a Conservative rabbi, and earn a doctorate in Jewish studies.

"Jewish studies classes were definitely my way of getting in touch with my Jewish identity," said Eichler, who just graduated from Princeton and is the ...

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