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Recent News About Yeshiva University
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Nursing educator examines childhood trauma's impact on women's health
Dr. Christy Jared, a clinical associate professor at the Katz School, has been committed to nursing, research, and education for nearly four decades.
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Debunking myths around open education resources in academia
Open Education Resources (OER) are gaining traction in academic circles, yet misconceptions persist.
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Dr. Mary Beth Morrissey receives Compatior Award at Calvary Hospital gala
Calvary Hospital presented the Compatior Award to Dr. Mary Beth Quaranta Morrissey during its 125th Anniversary Gala held at The Plaza on November 20, 2024.
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Straus Scholars explore Jewish history through notable intellectual figures
This past summer, two Straus Scholars from the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought engaged in research projects focused on key figures in Jewish intellectual history.
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Children's book encourages post-pandemic reconnection
Alissha Greer, a graduate of the Katz School’s M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology, has co-authored a children's book titled "Pablo’s Pandemic" with her twin sister, Taissha.
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YU’s Mechina program helps shape future generations of Jewish women
Vika Bekker's path to Stern College for Women was unconventional.
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Study reveals breakthrough in understanding topological metals
Dr. Emil Prodan, a physics professor at the Katz School, and Dr. Camelia Prodan from the New Jersey Institute of Technology have made significant strides in understanding topological metals.
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OT doctorate alums highlight impact of transformative learning
Graduates of the Katz School of Science and Health's Occupational Therapy Doctorate program are showcasing their transformative learning experiences in a recent feature published in the AOTA OT Practice magazine.
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Straus Center explores Jewish heritage during winter trip to Vienna
During the winter break of 2025, Yeshiva University's Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought organized a trip to Vienna, Austria.
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Or Pikary: From taxation expert to trusted wealth advisor
Or Pikary, a wealth advisor at Mariner in Los Angeles, has dedicated his career to helping clients achieve their financial goals.
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Sy Syms School of Business unveils six new online MBA concentrations
The Sy Syms School of Business has introduced six new concentrations in its Online MBA Program.
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Researchers propose methods to refine feature selection in machine learning
Researchers at the Katz School have proposed a new approach to enhance feature engineering in machine learning models, aiming to improve accuracy and efficiency.
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Jonathan Greenspun discusses career path at Lieberman Center event
The Senator Joseph Lieberman-Mitzner Center for Public Service and Advocacy continued its "In Dialogue" series on January 28, 2025, featuring Jonathan Greenspun.
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YU students gain insight into American judicial system through summer internships
This past summer, the Impact Office at the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought awarded a grant to two Yeshiva University students, Justin Eichel and Atarah Mandel.
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Yeshiva University High School appoints Aliza Gewirtz as new principal
Yeshiva University High School for Girls, also known as Central, has announced the appointment of Mrs. Aliza Gewirtz as its next principal.
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Erin Stiebel reflects on combining Torah values with dedication to Jewish education
Erin Stiebel's journey from a warm upbringing in Silver Spring, Maryland, to a career in Jewish education has been shaped by her experiences and the community around her.
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New course explores intersection of sacred insight and secular wisdom through poetry
In the fall of 2024, a new undergraduate course titled "The Values of Verse: Sacred and Secular Perspectives" was introduced by the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought in collaboration with the English Departments at...
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Ruthie Seidemann named 2025 MADE finalist by ANA Educational Foundation
Ruthie Seidemann, a senior from Silver Spring, Maryland, has been named a 2025 MADE (Marketing & Advertising Education) finalist by the ANA Educational Foundation.
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YU offers course exploring emergence of Europe
In the fall of 2024, Yeshiva University's Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought, in collaboration with the Robert M. Beren Department of History, sponsored an undergraduate course titled "The Emergence of Europe."
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Discussion highlights launch event for Rabbi Dr. Yosie Levine's new book
On December 18, 2024, the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought, in collaboration with the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Yeshiva College Honors Program, hosted Rabbi Dr. Yosie Levine to mark the launch of his new book,...