Yeshiva University

Yeshiva University (YU) - private nonprofit higher education institution in United States.

Yeshiva University - Description

Now in its second century, Yeshiva University ranks among the nation?s leading academic research institutions. It embraces the heritage of the best of western civilization, along with the ancient traditions of Jewish law and life. YU's undergraduate schools and divisions include Yeshiva College, Stern College for Women, and Sy Syms School of Business. And together with its graduate and affiliated schools?Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education and Administration, Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies, and Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary?the university embraces knowledge in the arts, sciences, and professions, as well as the breadth and richness of Jewish culture and thought. In Sept. 2003, Richard M. Joel was invested as Yeshiva University's fourth president, succeeding Norman Lamm, who held the office since 1976. President Joel's two other predecessors were Bernard Revel, president from 1915 until his death in 1940, and Samuel Belkin, who served from 1943 until his death 33 years later. The university conducts academic and scientific research, issues publications, and sponsors service and outreach projects. The Yeshiva University Museum forms an important part of the university... Now in its second century, Yeshiva University ranks among the nation’s leading academic research institutions. It embraces the heritage of the best of western civilization, along with the ancient traditions of Jewish law and life. YU's undergraduate schools and divisions include Yeshiva College, Stern College for Women, and Sy Syms School of Business. And together with its graduate and affiliated schools—Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education and Administration, Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies, and Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary—the university embraces knowledge in the arts, sciences, and professions, as well as the breadth and richness of Jewish culture and thought. In Sept. 2003, Richard M. Joel was invested as Yeshiva University's fourth president, succeeding Norman Lamm, who held the office since 1976. President Joel's two other predecessors were Bernard Revel, president from 1915 until his death in 1940, and Samuel Belkin, who served from 1943 until his death 33 years later. The university conducts academic and scientific research, issues publications, and sponsors service and outreach projects. The Yeshiva University Museum forms an important part of the university... Yeshiva University has been transforming lives for more than a century. Nowhere but here can students have a personal, small college experience while benefiting from the academic rigor of a top ranked research university. Since its inception YU has been dedicated to melding the ancient traditions of Jewish law and life with the heritage of Western civilization, and each year we celebrate as future leaders make YU their home.More than 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students study atour four New York City campuses: the Wilf Campus, Israel Henry Beren Campus, Brookdale Center and Jack and Pearl Resnick Campus. Our three undergraduate schools—Yeshiva College,Stern College for Women and Sy Syms School of Business—offer a unique dual curriculum comprising Jewish studies and liberal arts and sciences courses. Students also have the option tostudy in Israelin their first year.
Our graduate and affiliate schools includeAlbert Einstein College of Medicine,Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law,Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Ferkauf Gradaute School of Psychology, Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education and Administration, Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studiesand Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary.