Judaic Studies
Program Coordinator: Haskel Greenfield
General Office: 328 Fletcher Argue
Telephone: 204 474 6691
E-mail: Judaic_Studies@umanitoba.ca
Website: umanitoba.ca/judaic_studies
Program Information
The Judaic Studies Program promotes the study of Jewish civilization, of Jewish religious expressions and traditions, and of Jewish cultural, social, linguistic, and political formations and movements in all their variety. It supports teaching and research on Jewish life and Judaism from the Biblical period to the twenty-first century, in all parts of the world where Jews have lived. Judaic Studies approaches these subjects from all disciplinary angles and scholarly perspectives, and equally welcomes Jewish and non-Jewish scholars and students. The program includes the official non-English languages of Israel (Hebrew and Arabic).
For entry, continuation and graduation requirements for the General Degree, Advanced Degree and Honours Degree, see: Basic Faculty Regulations for the B.A. General, Advanced and Honours Degree Programs.
Major Program
Effective the 1989-1990 Regular Session, the General Major and Single Advanced Major in Judaic Studies will not be offered until further notice.
Minor (Concentration) Program
A) Judaic Studies
For entry to the Minor (Concentration), the prerequisite is a grade of “C” or better in the first six credit hours of Judaic Studies and/or List A courses.
B) Yiddish
Effective with the 1989-1990 Regular Session, the Minor (Concentration) in Yiddish will not be offered until further notice.
Programs
| Degree/Diploma | Years to Completion | Total Credit Hours | Has Co-op Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree/Diploma Judaic Studies Minor (Concentration) | Total Credit Hours 18 | Has Co-op Option no |
Courses
Judaic Civilization
A study of the history and development of modern Israel. Topics discussed include the economic, social, cultural and religious structures of the contemporary Jewish state. Attention will also be focused on the status of Israeli minorities such as Moslems and Christians.
Attributes: Humanities
A socio-historical study of the cultural, religious, and intellectual interaction between Jewish and non-Jewish cultures, e.g., the relationship of Judaism with other cultures of the ancient Near East and Hellenism, with medieval and modern Christendom and Islam, and with modern/contemporary secularism.
Attributes: Humanities
Offered as a Travel/Study course, the course consists of an on-campus orientation session followed by a period of travel while visiting and studying at some major sites and points of interest.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of instructor.
Attributes: Humanities
An opportunity for the study of selected topics or themes in Jewish Studies. Consult the Judaic Studies program office or website for details. The course content may vary. Students can earn multiple credits for this course only when the topic subtitle is different.
Attributes: Humanities
Arabic
(Lab required) An introductory course in written and oral Arabic, for students with little or no previous knowledge of the language. Language laboratory exercises will be included in addition to class time. Students may not hold credit for ARA 1000 and any of: the former ARA 2260 or the former SEM 2260. Not open to students who have previously obtained credit in ARA 2000.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of instructor.
Equiv To: ARA 2260, SEM 2260
Attributes: Humanities, Recommended Intro Courses
(Lab required) This intermediate class will improve writing, reading, conversation and listening comprehension for everyday Arabic, and cover many of the important grammatical features of the language. By the end of this course, the learner should be able to communicate in many situations with fluency or near fluency.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: [ARA 1000 or the former ARA 2260 or the former SEM 2260] or written consent of instructor.
Attributes: Humanities, Recommended Intro Courses
Students who have already mastered beginning and intermediate vocabulary and grammar will learn to use the language in a broader cultural context, developing their skills in reading and writing Arabic. The course utilizes communication-based activities and interactive learning techniques.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: [ARA 2000] or written consent of instructor.
Attributes: Humanities
Hebrew
(Formerly SEM 1120) An introductory course with emphasis on basic grammar and syntax. Students will learn to read simple biblical narratives. Students may not hold credit for HEB 1120 and any of: RLGN 1120 or the former SEM 1120.
Equiv To: RLGN 1120, SEM 1120
Attributes: Humanities, Recommended Intro Courses
(Formerly SEM 1250) For students with a minimal experience with the language yet with a basic ability to read it. Following current methods in the teaching of a second/ foreign language, the listening-comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills are developed. Language lab and organized conversation are part of the course. Intended for students with a strictly elementary standing. Students may not hold credit for both HEB 1250 and the former SEM 1250.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of program coordinator.
Equiv To: SEM 1250
Attributes: Humanities, Recommended Intro Courses
(Formerly SEM 1260) For students who have taken HEB 1250 or the former SEM 1250 or the equivalent. Spoken and written Hebrew - vocabulary and grammar, organized conversation and reading of selected texts. In addition to regular sessions, either one hour of lab or directed conversation per week is required. Students may not hold credit for both HEB 1260 and the former SEM 1260.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of program coordinator.
Equiv To: SEM 1260
Attributes: Humanities, Recommended Intro Courses
(Formerly SEM 2210) Uri Zvi Greenberg, Lamdan, Sholonsky, Agnon, Burla, Hazzaz, Yizhar, Shamir Amihay, S. Shalom - poetry and prose. The modern Isreal short story. Students may not hold credit for both HEB 2210 and the former SEM 2210.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of program coordinator.
Equiv To: SEM 2210
Attributes: Humanities
(Formerly SEM 2250) Study of the style, vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of halakhic and aggadic rabbinic texts. A representative selection of Talmud, Midrashim Codes, and Responsa will be drawn from both the medieval and modern periods. Students may not hold credit for both HEB 2250 and the former SEM 2250.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of program coordinator.
Equiv To: SEM 2250
Attributes: Humanities
(Formerly SEM 2280) A study of the history and forms of Hebrew Literature from biblical to modern times. Students may not hold credit for both HEB 2280 and the former SEM 2280 (055.228).
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: [HEB 1260 or the former SEM 1260] or written consent of program coordinator.
Equiv To: SEM 2280
Attributes: Humanities
(Formerly SEM 2350) For students who have taken HEB 1260 or the former SEM 1260 or the equivalent. Further oral practise, vocabulary expansion and grammar review, and development of reading and writing skills. Students may not hold credit for both HEB 2350 and the former SEM 2350.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of program coordinator.
Equiv To: SEM 2350
Attributes: Humanities
(Formerly SEM 3360) A study of all aspects of Hebrew communication. For advanced students with reasonable fluency in the language. The writing skill on general subjects will be developed as well as comprehension and vocabulary expansion in the reading of more technical texts. Students may not hold credit for both HEB 3360 and the former SEM 3360.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of program coordinator.
Equiv To: SEM 3360
Attributes: Humanities
(Formerly SEM 3370) A study of the structure and usage of modern Hebrew, examination of selections of Major modern writers and development of speaking and writing skills. Review of the history of Hebrew and the application of linguistics to the understanding of the language. Students may not hold credit for both HEB 3370 and the former SEM 3370.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of program coordinator.
Equiv To: SEM 3370
Attributes: Humanities
(Formerly SEM 3380) An advanced study of the revival of Hebrew as a spoken language. Other attempts at language planning and revival will be observed. Lectures and discussions will be in Hebrew. Students may not hold credit for both HEB 3380 and the former SEM 3380.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of program coordinator.
Equiv To: SEM 3380
Attributes: Humanities
Yiddish
This course is intended for those who have little or no experience with the Yiddish language, and may not normally be taken by students who have attended a Yiddish day school. Emphasis on conversational Yiddish and reading comprehension.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: written consent of program coordinator.
Attributes: Humanities, Recommended Intro Courses
Survey of Yiddish literature; review of Yiddish language skills. This course is intended for graduates of Yiddish day schools, those who have completed YDSH 1220 or equivalent, and students with other previous training in Yiddish.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: [YDSH 1220] or written consent of program coordinator.
Attributes: Humanities