Ziegler School of Rabbinical Studies Revamps Curriculum to Include Finance and Technology
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What happened
The Ziegler School of Rabbinical Studies, affiliated with American Jewish University, confirmed it will remain a Conservative seminary. The school is implementing a revamped curriculum for the 2027-28 school year that will stress financial and technological skills for students. Ziegler also reaffirmed its deep connection to Israel.
Why it matters
The curriculum changes aim to address what the school views as a gap in the education required for rabbis to lead modern communities. The institution confirmed it will not impose a Zionist litmus test on its students, and admissions for the next year are currently open.
Who's involved
- ZieglerThe seminary whose curriculum and denominational status are being updated.
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