Mandel Center for Studies in Jewish Education, Brandeis University

10/22/2026

The video and podcast are now available for 'Judaism Mediated: Learning About Jewishness Through the Cultural Arts.'

Authors Laura Yares (Michigan State University) and Sharon Avni (The City University of New York) talk about their new book and explore how engagement in cultural, digital, and leisurely spaces affects how adults learn about Jewishness.

They are joined by panelists Judah M. Cohen (Hebrew Union College), Julie Golding (Touro University), and Vanessa Ochs (University of Virginia), moderated by Ziva Hassenfeld (Brandeis University) for a conversation that reveals the meaningful value of Jewish educational spaces outside the classroom.

https://www.brandeis.edu/mandel/events/book-events.html -jm

Join us virtually as we discuss new books published in the field of Jewish education. We highlight publications of the Mandel-Brandeis Series in Jewish Education, as well as books resulting from our research projects.

10/20/2026

There's still time to register for today's 1pm ET webinar, 'What Happens When We Ask the Kids? Lessons from Congregational Education' with Esther Friedman and Ziva Hassenfeld.

Join us virtually for a series of conversations hosted by MCSJE core faculty members, in which leading scholars of Jewish education discuss what they have learned from their investigations of various aspects of Jewish education and why it matters.

10/15/2026

What changes when we treat children as knowledgeable partners in educational design? Join us for our webinar on Tuesday when Esther Friedman (American Jewish University) speaks with Ziva Hassenfeld (Brandeis University) about her recent research. Register here:
https://www.brandeis.edu/mandel/events/learning-about-learning.html -ef2

10/13/2026

Join us next week for another Learning About Learning, with Dr. Esther Friedman. In 'What Happens When We Ask the Kids? Lessons from Congregational Education,' she'll talk about her latest research and article with Professor Ziva Hassenfeld (Brandeis University). Register here for 10/20.

Join us virtually for a series of conversations hosted by MCSJE core faculty members, in which leading scholars of Jewish education discuss what they have learned from their investigations of various aspects of Jewish education and why it matters.

10/08/2026

Last chance to register for today's webinar with Dr. David Bryfman (The Jewish Education Project) and Professor Jonathan Krasner (Brandeis University), 'Recharging Israel Education.' They will talk about David's research for his new book, 'Heroism and Hope: Recharging Israel Education in a Post-October 7 World.' Register here: https://www.brandeis.edu/mandel/events/learning-about-learning.html -db

10/06/2026

Join us virtually as we shine a spotlight on an important area of focus in Jewish education, bringing together several scholars and practitioners with diverse perspectives for a shared conversation that will deepen our understanding.

On Nov. 12 we will feature 'Spotlight on Telling the American Jewish Story at 250' with host Jonathan Krasner (Brandeis University) and panelists Lila Corwin Berman (New York University), Zev Eleff (Gratz College), Judith Rosenbaum (Jewish Women's Archive), and Ethan Zadoff (DRS Yeshiva High School for Boys). Register from the link below.

Join us virtually as we shine a spotlight on an important area of focus in Jewish education, bringing together several scholars and/or practitioners with diverse perspectives for a shared conversation that will deepen our understanding.

10/01/2026

Find out more here by registering for our Oct. 8th webinar, Recharging Israel Education with David Bryfman (The Jewish Education Project) and Jonathan Krasner (Brandeis University ). Register at www.brandeis.edu/mandel/events/learning-about-learning.html -db​

09/29/2026

Join us virtually for a series of conversations hosted by MCSJE core faculty members, in which leading scholars of Jewish education discuss what they have learned from their investigations of various aspects of Jewish education and why it matters. This semester's first Learning About Learning webinar will be on Oct. 8.

Dr. David Bryfman (The Jewish Education Project) will talk with Professor Jonathan Krasner (Brandeis University) about his new book in 'Recharging Israel Education.'

These events are free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Join us virtually for a series of conversations hosted by MCSJE core faculty members, in which leading scholars of Jewish education discuss what they have learned from their investigations of various aspects of Jewish education and why it matters.

09/24/2026

Last chance to register for today's webinar at 1pm ET, 'Judaism Mediated: Learning About Jewishness Through the Cultural Arts' with authors Laura Yares (Michigan State University) and Sharon Avni (The City University of New York). They'll have a conversation about the book with Judah M. Cohen (Hebrew Union College), Julie Golding (Touro University), and Vanessa Ochs (University of Virginia), moderated by Ziva Hassenfeld (Brandeis University).

Join us virtually as we discuss new books published in the field of Jewish education. We highlight publications of the Mandel-Brandeis Series in Jewish Education, as well as books resulting from our research projects.

09/17/2026

In case you missed it, the Brandeis High Holiday Reader has essays from Brandeis University faculty including MCSJE Professors Ziva Hassenfeld, "The Shofar's Silence,' and Jon Levisohn, "Showing Up." The link below brings you to the full publication.

Published in August 2026, Or HaHigayon (Hebrew for the light of reason) the Brandeis High Holiday reader features a collection of essays written by Brandeis faculty members and alumni on key holiday themes as well as topics relevant to contemporary Jewish life.