Bard's Hebrew language program features two years of instruction in Modern Hebrew. The curriculum covers a wide range of grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and some simple literature. Students who are interested in pursuing Hebrew Language texts from pre-modern eras (e.g., biblical, rabbinic, or medieval) will receive a solid foundation that will easily allow them to tackle pre-modern literature in tutorials.
Hebrew at Bard
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The Jewish Studies Program takes an interdisciplinary approach to exploring the many facets of the Jewish experience, with course offerings ranging widely across several millennia and continents. Students concentrating in Jewish Studies also moderate into a divisional program such as history, religion, literature, or sociology.
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Language SupportBard College offers a variety of valuable Hebrew language resources for students, faculty, and staff.
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Bard College offers a number of study abroad opportunities for students. While some programs have a strong focus on basic language acquisition coupled with an intensive program abroad, other programs allow exploration in advanced liberal arts courses through affiliated or independent institutions.
Hebrew Language Resources
Hebrew in the Community
Hebrew Language Tables
We also run a weekly Hebrew conversation table in Kline and occasionally screen Hebrew language films. If you are interested in taking Hebrew or you have any questions at all, feel free to contact David Nelson at nelson@bard.edu or by phone at 201-956-8228.