American Jewish University’s Miller Intro to Judaism Program is available in communities across North America and Internationally through our Affiliate Network. Synagogues, Hillels, and JCCs teach our first-of-its-kind curriculum in more than two dozen states. Explore the list of our 2025-26 affiliates to find a community near you that offers the Miller Intro to Judaism Program.

The Miller Intro to Judaism Program is pluralistic and partners with institutions from across the spectrum of Jewish life. We are proud to be the officially endorsed program of the Rabbinical Assembly/United Synagogue.

How it works

The affiliate program makes it simple to bring Intro to Judaism to your community.

Organizations partner with the Maas Center to teach the Miller curriculum using their own local rabbi or instructor. The Maas Center provides the structure, training, and materials needed to run the course with confidence.

Once approved as an affiliate, you will:

• Offer the 18-week Miller Intro to Judaism course using the official curriculum
• Teach the class locally with a qualified rabbi or instructor
• Enroll students through your organization
• Stay connected to the wider Miller Intro network for support and collaboration

The result: a consistent, high-quality learning experience for students—delivered in communities across North America.

What you get

Affiliate partners receive the tools and support needed to run a successful program.

Official Miller Intro to Judaism curriculum

A comprehensive course structure covering Jewish history, holidays, rituals, values, and texts.

Teaching materials

Lesson plans, instructor guides, and resources designed for clear, engaging learning.

Training and support

Guidance from the Maas Center team to help instructors and organizations launch and sustain their program.

Connection to a national network

Join more than 100 Jewish organizations teaching the Miller Intro curriculum. See the list.

A trusted entry point to Jewish life

Offer your community a proven program that welcomes people at the very beginning of their Jewish journey.

Requirements and fees

Affiliate partners agree to maintain the quality and integrity of the Miller Intro to Judaism program.

To participate, organizations must:

• Teach the full 18-week Miller Intro to Judaism curriculum
• Use a rabbi or qualified instructor to lead the course
• Follow the program structure and learning objectives established by the Maas Center

Affiliates pay an annual program fee that provides access to the curriculum, teaching materials, and ongoing support from the Maas Center team.

For full details on fees, instructor qualifications, and program requirements, contact the Maas Center for Jewish Journeys at this link.