Whether you are fully online, fully in person or a mix of both, we hope you will take advantage of every opportunity at UWM to build your resume of experiences related to your studies.
Explore study abroad! Ask about getting involved in one of our research projects! Connect with Milwaukee organizations!
We offer a major, a minor, and a certificate in Holocaust, Genocide and Human Rights Studies. The major and minor are available in a fully online format, and we have students from all over the country and the world!
With the major, students can choose to focus on Hebrew Studies which will include Hebrew language classes, or Jewish Cultural Studies. Students interested in the foundations of Judaism and reading of Biblical and classical Jewish texts should choose the Hebrew Studies track. Students interested in modern Jewish history, literature, film and politics should choose the Jewish Cultural Studies track.
Prospective Students (not yet enrolled at UWM)
Prospective students, contact our admissions counselor at let-sci@uwm.edu or 414-229-7711.
Current Students
General questions such as how to declare, how to change a major, general education requirements, etc. should be directed to the College advising office at ls-advising@uwm.edu or 414-229-4654.
Specific questions about Jewish Studies, such as research opportunities, internship opportunities, major requirements, etc., should be directed to Rachel Baum.
Undergraduate Programs
Ready to Declare?
Select the declaration that’s right for you, and you will find more instructions on how to declare and what to expect.
Recommended Resources for Jewish Studies Students
Campus Resources
UWM offers a wide range of on-campus resources, such as academic support and mental health resources. Students also find community within our student centers.
