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Gratz College Launches America’s First Master’s Degree in Antisemitism Studies
PHILADELPHIA, February 22, 2024 (Newswire.com) - Gratz College is launching the first Master of Arts degree program in Antisemitism Studies in the United States in Fall 2024. This ground-breaking program will help fill the vacuum of knowledge about antisemitism across Jewish, non-Jewish, and governmental organizations responsible for generating policy to combat prejudice at a time of unprecedented Jew hatred.
It will:
• Provide an academic home for those seeking to develop both a deep theoretical and practical understanding of antisemitism;
• Help generate new and impactful research on the factors that contribute to growing antisemitism and test interventions that can successfully combat it; and
• Arm educators and practitioners with the most effective antisemitism pedagogy and programming.
Through degree concentrations in teaching, advocacy and research, graduates of this program will be uniquely qualified for prominent careers in education, think tanks, government relations, public policy, and community organizations (Jewish and non-Jewish).
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is eager to see this program take shape:
“We’re seeing a dangerous rise in antisemitism, hatred, and bigotry across our country – and it’s more important than ever that Pennsylvanians be equipped with a thorough knowledge of our shared history and the skills to discern fact from fiction. Gratz College is already renowned for its Holocaust and Genocide Studies programs, and I am encouraged the College is expanding upon that work with a new Master’s degree in Antisemitism Studies. I wish the faculty, staff, and especially the inaugural class of Antisemitism Studies students, great success in their work.”
The program is directed by Dr. Ayal Feinberg, antisemitism studies expert and Director of the Center for Holocaust Studies and Human Rights at Gratz College. The program boasts a distinguished interdisciplinary faculty from academia and leading public advocacy organizations. Despite its infancy, the degree has been endorsed by nearly one hundred scholars and public policy experts from around the world. Professor of Political Science at Kalamazoo College R. Amy Elman asserts, “With an emphasis on operationalizing knowledge, informed teaching and ethical advocacy, Gratz’s innovative graduate program fulfills a deep need in countering antisemitism.”
Gratz’s Antisemitism Studies program is also establishing ground-breaking partnerships with the world’s most prominent Jewish organizations and programs to combat antisemitism in the classroom, on campus, and in professional workspaces. In the first such partnership, Gratz and The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History have joined forces to launch the National Education Fellowship on Antisemitism. The aim of this fellowship is to generate and assess paradigm-shifting middle and high school curriculum to reduce Jew-hatred and prejudice more broadly.
As an early adopter of online education, a 128-year history of Jewish learning, and home to the world’s largest graduate program in Holocaust and Genocide Studies, Gratz is uniquely qualified to take on this necessary and overdue program.
On March 4, 2024, the master’s degree program will kick-off with a series of public lectures, including by scholars serving as affiliate faculty for the program. On April 2, 2024, Dr. Avinoam Patt, inaugural director of NYU’s Center for Study of Antisemitism and the Maurice Greenberg Professor of Holocaust Studies, will deliver a keynote lecture, titled, "Awake My People": Jewish Responses to Antisemitism in the Modern Period.” Additional talks will take place before the program officially begins in August.
Prospective students eager to start may apply now and take courses as early as March 2024 with electives in Antisemitism Studies already developed as a preview to the program.
Gratz College is grateful to the Isidore and Penny Myers Foundation for generously supporting the launch of the Antisemitism Studies program. Jay Myers, Board Chair, shared: “The Isidore and Penny Myers Foundation, a family foundation guided by Jewish American values, sees great worth in educating future generations about the roots of Antisemitism, and by doing so, working to combat it. This degree program will create scholars who can devote their talent to meet this challenge. Our Foundation is proud to support this work and by so doing, meet our obligation to help repair the world.”
Contact: lcohen@gratz.edu for more information.
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Global Triathlon’s Kelsey Myers Attempts World Record to Be the First Female to Conquer 7 Triathlons on 7 Continents in 7 Days
Kelsey Myers
This winter, Kelsey will attempt to be the first woman to race 7 triathlons on 7 continents in 7 days.
LOS ANGELES, October 12, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Kelsey Myers, an advocate for women in sports and endurance enthusiast, is set to embark on an extraordinary journey this winter to attempt a world record. Myers will take on the challenge of finishing 7 triathlons on 7 continents in just 7 days in an incredible display of determination and athletic prowess.
The world of triathlons is no stranger to Kelsey Myers, a seasoned athlete who has successfully completed numerous races and overcome formidable challenges including a full Ironman, three half-Ironmans, and countless sprint distance races. Inspired by her passion for pushing boundaries and breaking barriers, she has decided to embark on this ambitious quest to raise awareness of the gender gap in triathlons and encourage more girls and women to take on the challenges that sport offers.
The record attempt will see Myers competing in triathlons across all seven continents, including Malibu, California, United States; Puntarenas, Chile; Malaga, Spain; Muscat, Oman; Tangier, Morocco; Sydney, Australia; and Antarctica. Each triathlon will test her physical and mental endurance as she conquers varying terrains and climates, showcasing her adaptability and tenacity.
With this attempt, Myers aims not only to etch her name in the record books but also to inspire other girls and women to push beyond their limits. Myers will be fundraising and advocating for ZGiRLS, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by Olympic and NCAA female athletes dedicated to teaching middle school girls tangible skills to overcome self-doubt, fear, and insecurities while increasing their confidence and self-esteem.
To track Myers' progress and support her on this monumental undertaking, also known as Global Triathlon, follow her on Tik Tok and Instagram at @theglobaltriathlon and to donate to ZGiRLS, visit www.globaltriathlon.com.
The world eagerly awaits the results of this extraordinary challenge as Myers strives to make history with 7 triathlons on 7 continents in 7 days.
About Global Triathlon
Global Triathlon is the world record attempt undertaken by Kelsey Myers in the winter of 2023 to be the first woman to complete 7 triathlons on 7 continents in 7 days. The event is a fundraiser for the 501(c)(3) non-profit ZGiRLS.
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Kidoodle.TV Supports Make-A-Wish(R) Metro New York and Western New York in Unprecedented ‘Wish A Week for a Year’ Program
NEW YORK, October 12, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Kidoodle.TV, the beloved children's streaming service, is delighted to announce a remarkable commitment with Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Kidoodle.TV, owned by A Parent Media Co. Inc. (“APMC”), will donate $520,000 to the chapter, allocating a full year of support to grant wishes.
As a family-focused company that provides free Safe Streaming™ for kids to watch their favorite shows and movies in over 160 countries and territories, Kidoodle.TV is a perfect supporter for Make-A-Wish. Both organizations put the well-being of children at the heart of all they do. This donation strengthens Kidoodle.TV's commitment to supporting the holistic needs of children, recognizing that healing encompasses not just medical treatments but emotional well-being as well.
"We are thrilled to support Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York and announce our commitment to granting a wish a week for a year as an investment in their mission. We recognize that Kidoodle.TV families are the true catalysts behind our ability to give back. We are deeply grateful for their support in enabling us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who need it most. Supporting a wish a week goes hand in hand with our commitment to provide a year's worth of food to a family each week through our Grocery Giveaway," said Neil Gruninger, CEO and President of APMC.
Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York is profoundly grateful to Kidoodle.TV for this extraordinary support. "Our mission is to grant the wishes of children with critical illnesses, and Kidoodle.TV's commitment to this is a testament to their dedication to the well-being of children. We are thrilled to work with Kidoodle.TV in bringing smiles and moments of joy to the lives of kids," said Phil Lussier, President & CEO.
This support exemplifies the importance of corporate social responsibility and underscores the positive impact that can be achieved when like-minded organizations come together for a greater cause.
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A Parent Media Co. Inc. is a family-based media and technology company focused on providing innovative solutions to consumers and brands, including Kidoodle.TV®, Dude Perfect, Glitch+™, and Safe Exchange™. Kidoodle.TV is a Safe Streaming™ service committed to providing children with a safe alternative to stream their favorite TV shows and movies. Available in over 160 countries and territories on thousands of connected devices, Kidoodle.TV provides peace of mind, with every show vetted by caring people who are committed to Safe and Free Streaming for Kids™. Kidoodle.TV is available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Fire TV, Samsung, VIDAA-enabled Hisense TVs, Chromecast, Roku, Vizio SmartCast Amazon, Jio, Xfinity X1, Connected TVs, HTML5 Web, and many other streaming media devices, including Miko 3. Kidoodle.TV is certified by the kidSAFE® Seal Program and is the proud recipient of the Mom's Choice Award®, a Stevie® Award, platinum winner of the Best Mobile App Award, and Parents' Picks Award - Best Elementary Products. Visit www.kidoodle.tv to learn more.
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About Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York
Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We seek to bring every eligible child's wish to life because a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight their illness. Since 1983, Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York has fulfilled the wishes of over 18,000 children in the communities we serve: New York City, Long Island, and 17 counties in the Buffalo and Rochester areas. For more information, please visit www.wish.org/newyork. Headquarters: 500 Fifth Avenue, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10110 | 212/957-9474.
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