Program
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Jewish Studies Program at Sonoma State University is to foster interfaith understanding, cultural diversity, peace, and positive change in the world through the study of the history, culture, language, and religious practices of Jewish people.
The Minor
The Jewish Studies minor can be achieved through 20 units of coursework consisting of three core classes and two additional classes. All courses in the Jewish Studies Minor count as GE classes in the following areas: C1, C2, C3, D2, D5.
To become a minor, contact the Director of Jewish Studies, Brian S. Wilson in the Music Department: wilsonb@sonoma.edu or by phone at (707) 664-2468
Core Requirements (12 units)
| Courses | GE | Units |
|---|---|---|
|
JWST 200: Introduction to Jewish Studies |
C2 | 4 |
|
JWST 255: The Evolution of Anti-Semitism: Through History, Literature, Religion, and Art |
C3 | 4 |
|
JWST 355: Modern European Jewish History |
D2 | 3 |
Additional Requirements (8 units)
| Courses | GE | Units |
|---|---|---|
| POLS 307: Holocaust Lecture Series | D5 |
4 |
| MUS 343: Studies in Musical Genres (when offered as) Survey of Jewish Music: Jewish Music Series | C1 |
4 |
Other electives may be substituted for these additional requirements. For a full list of courses, visit the Sonoma State University Catalog under Jewish Studies Minor.