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Recent News About Yeshiva University
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Washington Heights residents' Hagadah continues to educate and inspire generations
In 1960, "From Twilight to Dawn: The Traditional Pessach Hagadah" emerged as a unique alternative to the common Maxwell House Hagadah in the United States.
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Troy brothers launch new books at Yeshiva University event
On February 17, 2025, Yeshiva University's Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought held a joint book launch on the Stern College campus.
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Douglas Murray highlights Israel's resilience and the fight for Western values
Best-selling author and public intellectual Douglas Murray delivered the 2025 Rabbi Allan Mirvis Lecture to an audience at the Fifth Avenue Synagogue.
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Bioethics in Jewish law: Straus Scholar's journey at Ematai
As part of their education in leadership roles, Straus Scholars engage in internships to enhance their understanding related to Straus Center studies.
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Straus Center course examines American health policy challenges and ethical debates
This spring semester, Dr. Tevi Troy, a Senior Scholar and Director at the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought, is instructing a course on health policy within the political science department. Dr. Troy, who previously...
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Dr. Edward Breuer discusses Mendelssohn’s insights on Jewish modernity at Yeshiva University
Yeshiva University recently welcomed Dr. Edward Breuer for an insightful lecture titled "Moses Mendelssohn’s Jerusalem: Conceiving Modernity in Jewish Terms," held on March 26, 2025.
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21,967 H-1B petitions filed by employers in NYC Gazette publication area during 2024
In 2024, 21,967 H-1B petitions were filed by employers located in the NYC Gazette publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Yeshiva University Innovation Challenge inspires aspiring student entrepreneurs
Game-changing ideas and strategic presentations characterized the Yeshiva University Innovation Challenge, where seven student teams vied for a $2,000 prize at this annual entrepreneurial event.
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Researchers propose game theory model for reward optimization in sharing economy
Researchers have introduced a game theory model aimed at optimizing reward policies in the sharing economy.
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Documentary chronicles Yeshiva University basketball team's season after October 7th attacks
FOX Nation is set to release a new documentary entitled “Rebound: A Year of Triumph and Tragedy at Yeshiva University Basketball" on April 9th, according to platform president Lauren Petterson.
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RIETS raises over $3 million at Evening of Tribute
The Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary (RIETS) held a successful Evening of Tribute on March 25, marking a significant occasion in its history.
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Speech-language pathologist helps New York children with communication challenges
Kayla Sullivan, a graduate of the Katz School's M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology program in 2022, is making strides in aiding neurodivergent children at P.S. 124 Yung Wing Elementary School in New York City.
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Yeshiva University launches scholarship center with transformative gift from Heller family
A significant endowment from the Heller family has paved the way for the creation of the Heller Center for Academic Excellence and Torah Values at Yeshiva University.
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AI system enhances digital learning with interactive visual content
In an effort to improve digital education, researchers have introduced an AI-powered teaching system designed to integrate visual learning with interactive content.
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Yeshiva University’s TAMID chapter excels with national wins and new consulting track
Yeshiva University's TAMID chapter has achieved notable success recently, securing significant wins and launching new initiatives.
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Orthodox Israel Coalition leaders urge votes for WZO election slate
At this pivotal juncture for Jewish life in Israel and globally, Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University, and Rav Hershel Schachter, YU Rosh Yeshiva, are spearheading the Orthodox Israel Coalition–Mizrachi (OIC-Mizrachi) Slate #5 in...
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Yeshiva University sees 29 percent rise in early decision applications
As students make college decisions, Yeshiva University (YU) has seen a surge in early decision applications.
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PhD candidate Justyna Rzewinski to receive Champion of Justice Award
Justyna Rzewinski, a PhD candidate at the Wurzweiler School of Social Work (WSSW), is set to receive the 2025 Champion of Justice Award on March 27, 2025.
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Yeshiva College dramatics society stages fast-paced Shakespeare performance
The Yeshiva College Dramatics Society (YCDS) is set to present "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] [Again!]" at the Schottenstein Theatre.
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Michael Serrano appointed as CASAC program director at Wurzweiler
Michael Serrano, PhD, LCSW, has been appointed as the new CASAC Program Director at Wurzweiler.