COLLEGES
THE HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM IN JUDAIC STUDIES AT PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
Natan M. Meir, Academic Director
University Center Bldg., Ste. 465
1881 SW 5th Ave.
PO Box 751 – JST
Portland, OR 97207
503-725-8449
The Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies fosters academic achievement, leadership skills and civic engagement through the interdisciplinary study of Jewish history and culture. Our faculty – Natan Meir (Lorry I. Lokey Assoc. Professor of Judaic Studies – modern Jewish history), Nina Spiegel (Rabbi Joshua Stampfer Assoc. Professor of Israel Studies), Assoc. Professor Loren Spielman (ancient Jewry) and Professor Michael Weingrad (modern Jewish literature) – create an enriching, stimulating atmosphere for a diverse, engaged group of students.
THE HAROLD SCHNITZER FAMILY PROGRAM IN JUDAIC STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
Gantt Gurley, Director
Susan Campbell Hall, Rm 311
5273 University of Oregon Eugene, OR
541-346-5288
Established in 1998, the Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies at UO provides a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum in the history, religion and civilization of the Jewish people. We offer two years of Hebrew language and literature. A Judaic studies major leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree; a Judaic studies minor is also offered. Students can study in small class settings with well-known professors and visiting scholars and can enjoy robust studyabroad programs.
SCHOLARSHIPS
ARTHUR P. KRICHEVSKY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF OJCF
ojcf.org/grants-and-scholarships/receive-ascholarship/
Scholarships are available for Jewish Oregonians pursuing post-high school Jewish education through qualified domestic programs at accredited institutions. Must demonstrate financial need. Also provides direct scholarship support to day schools and to the Oregon Board of Rabbis’ Teen Israel Experience.
REBECCA AND SADA TARSHIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP OF OJCF
ojcf.org/grants-and-scholarships/receive-a-scholarship/
Scholarships are available for
Jewish Oregonians pursuing
higher education within the United States for college, university and/or graduate school. Must demonstrate financial need and commitment to community.
LESTER & ANNETTE GOLDSCHMIDT HILLEL SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF
ojcf.org/grants-and-scholarships/receive-a-scholarship/
Scholarships are available for Jewish Oregonians pursuing higher education at the University of Oregon. Must demonstrate financial need and commitment to community.
SUSSMAN FUND FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES
Rachel Nelson: rachelr@jewishportland.org
The fund was established by Lillian and Gilbert Sussman to provide grants to Jewish students from the Portland area for their higher education. Students pursuing undergraduate studies at an accredited college in the U.S. are encouraged to apply by March 1.
PSU JUDAIC STUDIES/ HEBREW SCHOLARSHIPS
https://www.pdx.edu/judaic/scholarship-internshipopportunities
The Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies at Portland State University awards multiple scholarships annually as provided by our supporters:
Harold Schnitzer Family Scholarships: The new Harold Schnitzer Family Scholarships offer Judaic Studies majors tuition support of $5,000 annually for their entire undergraduate career at PSU (up to four years).
The Lois Berlin, John May, Ida & Sam Shleifer Endowed Shleifer Scholarship: The Shleifer Scholarship awards $5,000 annually in tuition support to Judaic Studies majors.
Sara Glasgow Cogan Internship: The Sara Glasgow Cogan Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to full-time Judaic Studies majors or minors who undertake creditbearing internships in local Jewish communal and cultural organizations. This scholarship covers the cost of internship for six credits of tuition (three credits each over two terms).
Abigail Jacobs-Kaufman Scholarship: The Abigail Jacobs- Kaufman Scholarship awards $1,000 annually to Judaic Studies majors or minors. Applicants will be selected on the basis of academic performance and demonstrated financial need.
The Lorry I. Lokey Israel Travel Scholarship: The Lorry I. Lokey Endowed Fund for Israel Scholarship provides $1,000- $5,000 annually for a Judaic Studies major to travel to and study in Israel.
Aspen Mitzvah Fund Scholarship: The Department of World Languages & Literatures offers renewable scholarships of up to $1,000 to students enrolling in and completing second- and thirdyear modern Hebrew sequences.
GAP YEAR
CHAI ISRAEL
6680 SW Capitol Hwy.
Portland, OR
503-892-7415
jewishportland.org/travelisrael
Jewish Federation of Greater Portland provides 18% of the published cost for an Israel experience for ALL Portland-area teens (up to $1,800). Grants also available for immediate-post-high school eligible gap year programs.
MASA ISRAEL
Gap year programs in Israel for
high school graduates
TIVNU: BUILDING JUSTICE
Gap year and summer high
school programs
7971 SE 11th Ave.
Portland, OR
503-232-1864
CAMPUS GROUPS
AKIVA COLLEGE PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
503-261-3850
CHABAD HOUSE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
Rabbi Berel & Rivkah Gurevitch
239 E 14th Ave.
Eugene, OR
541-801-8653
rabbi@jewisheugene.org, Rivky@jewisheugene.org
Chabad seeks to create an environment where every Jewish student, from any background, feels welcome and accepted. We focus on both the individual and the collective, offering a wealth of social, educational and spiritual programs.
CHABAD AT REED
Rabbi Dov & Chani Bialo
3355 SE Steele St.
Portland, OR
503-752-2258
Chabad at Reed promotes Jewish pride, study and celebration for all Jews regardless of background or affiliation. We offer engaging events on and off campus: Shabbat dinners, holiday programs, classes, social action opportunities and more.
GREATER PORTLAND HILLEL
PO Box 1547
Portland, OR 97207
503-867-3646
HILLEL AT THE U OF O
1059 Hilyard St.
Eugene, OR
541-343-8920
HILLEL AT OSU
Corvallis, OR
541-343-8920
LEWIS & CLARK HILLEL
Portland, OR
503-867-3646
ADULT EDUCATION
BENAROYA JEWISH LEARNING ACADEMY
Rabbi Motti Wilhelm, Director
Chabad of Oregon
2317 SW Vermont St.
Portland, OR
503-977-9947
The Benaroya Jewish Learning Academy provides JLI courses locally. JLI is the world’s preeminent provider of Jewish learning. CLE & CME accredited courses. An aha! moment in every lesson.
CONSCIOUS TORAH
2531 Chula Vista Blvd.
Eugene, OR
541-514-2571
INSTITUTE FOR JUDAIC STUDIES
2900 SW Peaceful Lane
Portland, OR
503-246-8831
INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM CLASS
Oregon Board of Rabbis
Portland, OR
971-248-5465
JAN’S JEWISH LEARNING
Portland, OR
503-235-2416
facebook.com/Jans-Jewish-Learning
NEVEH SHALOM ADULT EDUCATION
Mel Berwin, Director of Congregational Learning
2900 SW Peaceful Lane
Portland, OR
503-293-7306
PORTLAND KOLLEL
6688 SW Capitol Hwy.
Portland, OR
503-245-5420
TALMUD STUDY GROUP
Meets Thursdays at Shaarie Torah
920 NW 25th Ave.
Portland, OR
UNIVERSITY OF OREGON EDUCATIONAL TOURS
Katie Jo Walter, Program Coordinator for Educational Tours
333 Oregon Hall, University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
541-346-2367
The University of Oregon’s Office of International Affairs is offering small group educational travel led by UO subject experts. The following 2019 tours are open to all adults. Jewish diaspora and culture in Italy and Latvia (May 2019, two weeks); and Architectural, cultural and natural heritage along India’s Coromandel Coast (February 2019, two weeks). Brochures may be downloaded from our website. Please contact us if you would like a paper brochure mailed to you.
YOUNG ADULT
JEWS NEXT D’OR
1972 NW Flanders
Portland, OR
503-222-1069
MOISHE HOUSE PORTLAND
events for 22- to 32-year-old Jews
503-908-3394
Portland
www.moishehouse.org/find-a-house/portland/
www.facebook.com/MoisheHousePDX/
OJCF GIVING COUNCIL
1618 SW First Ave., Ste. 210
Portland, OR
503-248-9328
The OJCF Giving Council is comprised of young Jewish professionals who pool their charitable donations to give collaboratively to deserving nonprofit organizations. Members build community through exploration of common Jewish values and community needs.
SOCIAL/NETWORKING GROUPS
J-PRO OREGON
Jewish communal professionals
503-245-6219
JEWISH DAD’S NIGHT OUT
Portland, OR
503-246-8831
OJCF PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS GROUP
1618 SW First Ave., Ste. 210
Portland, OR
503-248-9328
OJCF’s Professional Advisors Group is comprised of attorneys, accountants, and financial/wealth advisors. The group provides educational programming, continuing education credits and networking opportunities for attendees at lunch meetings held 2-3 times per year.
NEXT GENERATIONS GROUP
nextgenerationsgroup.wordpress.com
PDX MOTS
Portland, OR
PORTLAND JEWISH EVENTS
248-760-0743
WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY
Portland, OR
503-892-3015
jewishportland.org/ourcommunity/womens-philanthropy
EMERGENCY AID
JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICE EMERGENCY AID SERVICES
Anthony Antoville, CMC, Director of Social Services
1221 SW Yamhill St., Ste. 301
Portland, OR
503.226.7079 ext. 121
JEWISH FREE LOAN OF GREATER PORTLAND
6680 SW Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
503-245-6449
Loans available for up to $4,000 for life’s “ups and downs,” such as tuition, car repair, medical expense, debt consolidation, housing assistance, etc. Applicants must identify as Jewish, be 18 years or older, have a co-signer(s), and have lived in Oregon/SW Washington for at least 6 months. Visit webpage for complete list of guidelines and application.
SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES
KEHILLAH
6125 SW Boundary St.
Portland, OR
503-535-4300
cedarsinaipark.org/affordablehousing/
Independent special needs housing on the Cedar Sinai Park Campus.
PARTNERS FOR INDEPENDENCE
Anthony Antoville, CMC, Director of Social Services
1221 SW Yamhill St., Ste. 301
Portland, OR
503-226-7079 ext. 121
TIKVAH, SOCIAL AND RECREATION FOR DISABILITY COMMUNITY/JFCS
Janet Menashe, Disabilities
Inclusion Specialist
1221 SW Yamhill St., Ste. 301
Portland, OR
503-226-7079 ext. 122
janetmenashe@jfcs-portland.org
