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EYAHT offers full-time
learning for serious and thinking women looking for intellectual
stimulation and personal growth. A well-balanced course schedule
provides students with the tools to integrate and apply their
Torah knowledge to all aspects of their lives, along with
the skills for continued independent learning. Although many of the students spend a semester or year in the program, EYAHT accommodates those who are able to come for shorter periods of time (a day, week or month). (This privilege is not available for a few weeks during the Elul and Pesach programs—please refer to the introduction of the Application Form for specific dates. For details as to when EYAHT is not in session, please refer to semesters and vacations under "Academic Year" below.) |
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At EYAHT there is a strong focus on the uniqueness of the Jewish woman and her role in her family, community, and the world at large. Celebrating femininity and the strengths inherent in a woman are emphasized in all courses, stressing the principle that all philosophy and theory can be applied within one's day-to-day living. EYAHT offers various levels of learning. An individualized schedule is designed for each student, depending on her skills and knowledge upon arrival. These schedules may include classes in more than one level to ensure maximal growth, development, and use of her skills and talents. Students may also obtain college credits for completed coursework, provided that the necessary arrangements are made upon arrival. EYAHT offers an introductory program conducted under the auspices of the Jewish Women's Educational League. (Details can be found at www.Jewel4women.com .) This Introductory Program, JEWEL, offers classes on the meaning of prayer, women's issues, Jewish philosophy, Jewish history, holidays and mysticism, as well as tours of Israel and Shabbatons. JEWEL provides women with a deeper understanding of their heritage and prepares them for higher learning at EYAHT. EYAHT also offers a special program catering to women from all backgrounds 30 years and older through its affiliate, Gem. Gem participants tour and learn about their Jewish heritage for ten days. This program includes classes at EYAHT, special lectures, day trips and a weekend retreat. Click here to learn more about this special experience. To learn more about the different classes that make up EYAHT's weekly schedule, please look at our Course Descriptions. For more information regarding living arrangements and other details, please click here for Practical Information . |
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Academic Year: The academic year begins in August/September (Elul). There are breaks scheduled around the Jewish holidays as well as organized trips at various points during the year. The academic year is divided into three semesters of learning to provide a focus on the holidays that fall into each period. In addition to the full schedule of studies, the few weeks preceding every holiday are dedicated to spiritual preparation and learning how to put the technical observance into practice. Students learn about the customs related to the holidays, the additional prayers and their meaning, as well as the laws for celebrating each unique day. This special preparation time provides students with the ability to truly celebrate each occasion with an intellectual understanding of the meaning as well as an emotional connection to its holiness.
All students wishing to enroll in the Elul-Tishrei semester must attend the full semester.
Semester and Vacation Schedule:
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