Undergraduate Courses

Explore ideas that shape culture, ethics and community

Jewish Thought courses invite you to think about how people make meaning, how traditions evolve and how ideas travel across time and place. You will study questions that connect religion, politics, ethics and identity while building strong skills in writing, analysis and interpretation. Hebrew language courses help you build practical skills in speaking, reading and understanding Modern Hebrew.

Before registering, remember that room locations and course details may change. Always check the official  Class Schedules for the most up to date information.

How to register for classes

If you are new to UB, you will register after completing the orientation process. Current students can register on HUB during their enrollment appointment.

What you can study

Courses in Jewish Thought cover a wide range of themes and questions. While the specific classes change each semester, students often explore topics such as:

  • Ethics and political thought
  • Scripture and interpretation
  • Jewish Christian relations
  • Justice, law and society
  • American Jewish experience
  • Religion in global and historical contexts
  • Modern revolutions and ideas that shape contemporary life
  • World religions and comparative traditions

Hebrew courses introduce and build skills in Modern Hebrew, with opportunities to develop reading, writing, speaking and cultural understanding.

To see what is offered this semester, visit the course catalog. It is the official and most accurate source for course descriptions, requirements and policies.

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