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Ancient Stories, Real Life: 10 Weeks in the Torah

Whether you are opening the Torah for the first time or have studied it for years, you are welcome at the table. No Hebrew knowledge is required. Just bring your questions, experiences, and curiosity.

Beverly Hills • Beverly Hills •
Save your spot about Ancient Stories, Real Life: 10 Weeks in the Torah
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BCI at 85: Havdalah and Dessert Reception

Join generations of BCI participants, alumni, faculty, and friends as we honor 85 years of learning, community, creativity, and connection.

Leo Baeck Temple • Los Angeles •
Save your spot about BCI at 85: Havdalah and Dessert Reception
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BCI at 85: A Taste of BCI – 85th Anniversary Brunch Celebration

Join generations of BCI participants, alumni, faculty, and friends as we honor 85 years of learning, community, creativity, and connection.

Brandeis-Bardin Campus • Brandeis, CA •
Save your spot about BCI at 85: A Taste of BCI – 85th Anniversary Brunch Celebration
Masor School for Jewish Education & Leadership

Masor School for Jewish Education & Leadership

Maas Center for Jewish Journeys

Maas Center for Jewish Journeys

Jewish Learning Experience

Jewish Learning Experience

Ziering Brandeis Camp Institute

Ziering Brandeis Camp Institute

Ziegler School of Rabbinical Studies

Ziegler School of Rabbinical Studies

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Growing Has Never Been So Fun

Find out why kids and teens come from around the world to make lifelong friends, push their comfort zones, and discover new passions at Camp Alonim.

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Where Jewish Young Adults Find Their Next Steps

Dive into community-building, leadership training, and beginner-friendly Jewish learning with this immersive camp experience. Personalized mentorships and grant opportunities help you reach your goals with confidence.

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Rabbi Stuart Vogel smiles in a black suit, white shirt, and gray tie in front of a grove of trees
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October 21, 2026

AJU appoints Rabbi Stewart Vogel to advance recruitment and rabbinic innovation at Ziegler

Vogel will help recruit candidates for the AJU Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies as it prepares to reopen admissions for the 2027-28 academic year

Learn more about AJU appoints Rabbi Stewart Vogel to advance recruitment and rabbinic innovation at Ziegler
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October 16, 2026

We didn’t need Reggio Emilia to teach us how to see children

On betrayal, belonging and reclaiming the Jewish foundations of early childhood education. .

Learn more about We didn’t need Reggio Emilia to teach us how to see children
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October 14, 2026

AJU reopens admissions at Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies

Admissions for fall 2027 open following a yearlong review aimed at adapting rabbinic education to the changing needs of Jewish communities.

Learn more about AJU reopens admissions at Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies

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