Explore Jewish life and thought through interdisciplinary coursework, campus programming and both local and global perspectives. Minor in our program, pursue our electives or get involved in community engagement.
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Academics
We offer an interdisciplinary minor that encompasses history, literature, religious studies and more.
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Our People
We are a community of faculty, students and scholars committed to Jewish Studies.
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Beyond the Classroom
We sponsor study abroad, student groups, public lectures and community events
New Courses
In Spring 2026 we will debut JSTU 101, an introduction to Jewish Studies, and a new Anne Frank course. These classes expand opportunities to explore Jewish history, culture and identity at USC.
Explore course offerings
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Berns received the Paul Mellon Rome Prize
Andrew Berns has received the 2026–2027 Paul Mellon Rome Prize, supporting a year of research on Jewish life in Renaissance Italy at the American Academy in Rome.
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Mueller publishes new book
Agnes Mueller’s Holocaust Migration in German Jewish Literatures is now available from Cambridge University Press. Hear her discuss the book on the New Books Network.
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Faculty Podcast: Life Across Borders & Cultures
Discover Take On Life, a podcast by F.K. Clementi exploring identity, imagination, and global experiences through intimate conversations.
