College of Charleston Yaschik/Arnold Jewish Studies Program

Jewish classical music series marks 28th year at Piccolo Spoleto - Charleston City Paper For nearly 16 years, Yuriy Bekker has walked into A World of Jewish Culture at Piccolo Spoleto with a program of music most Charleston audiences have never heard and left them wanting more.  The concertmaster and artistic director of the Charleston Symphony Orchestra returns this month with another...

The music continues this afternoon with A World of Jewish Culture featuring The Kleztonians. Known for their high-energy performances, this talented ensemble blends Eastern European-inspired sounds with influences from jazz, hip-hop, progressive rock, and dance music for a truly unique experience.

Join us at 2 PM at Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim (90 Hasell Street) and experience a performance that celebrates culture, tradition, and musical innovation as part of Piccolo Spoleto.

Get your tickets here:
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Preview tomorrow's program for a World of Jewish Culture at the Piccolo Spoleto Festival. This concert brings together a group of incredible musicians for one night only. Sunday at 6pm at KKBE. Link to tickets in comments. Works by Mendelssohn and Castelnuovo-Tedesco

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Looking forward to playing a wonderful program with my friends for a World of Jewish Culture at Piccolo Spoleto. Sunday at 6pm at KKBE. Link to tickets in comments. Works by Mendelssohn and Castelnuovo-Tedesco #piccolospoleto #charleston #jewishcomposers #mendelssohn #chambermusic

We are excited to announce the 2026–2027 Pearlstine/Lipov Center's Charleston Research Fellows! This year's cohort brings together an extraordinary group of scholars from around the world whose work explores the history, culture, and lived experiences of the Jewish South. We can't wait to see what they accomplish this year.

Have you bought tickets for A World of Jewish Culture at Piccolo Spoleto this Sunday, May 31st? Browse some of the photos from last year’s performances to see why these concerts in the historic KKBE sanctuary are one-of-a-kind experiences worth coming to year after year.

2:00: The Kletztonian Quartet features local musicians with dynamic music careers in the rich Charleston music scene performing their take on traditional Klezmer music.

6:00: Jewish Voices in Classical Music celebrates the rich legacy of Jewish composers and their enduring contributions to Jewish cultural heritage.

Photos by S.Croc Photography.

Did you know? The Perlmutter Fellows Program provides financial support, mentorship, professional development and community for emerging Jewish leaders at the College of Charleston. In this four-year program, selected fellows participate in networking events and enrichment opportunities, receive one-on-one professional mentorship, and benefit from individual academic consultation with program professors.

Founded through the generosity and work of Martin “Marty” Perlmutter, the program is designed for students who are passionate about Jewish communal engagement, leadership and academic excellence. Fellows major or minor in Jewish Studies while building meaningful connections on campus and within the broader Jewish community.

Learn more about the Perlmutter Fellows Program and application opportunities - https://charleston.edu/jewish/perlmutterfellows.php

Another blast from the past! Graduation weekend always make us feel nostalgic. We invite you to comment below with photos from past graduations to share with the Class of 2026 as they begin their next chapter.

The memories live on! �

We’re lucky to announce a NEW CLASS that has been added to our roster this semester. JWST 300.01 will no longer be available. Take a look at our updated course list below to prepare your schedules!

Registration for Fall 2026 classes is open for the summer. Explore this year’s lineup of courses in Jewish history, culture, and beyond. Check out the full list and start planning your fall schedule now!

HBRW 101.01- Elementary Modern Hebrew (CRN: 13419) MWF 12:00 – 12:50 PM in JSC 237 *Language Gen Ed

HBRW 201.01 - Intermediate Modern Hebrew (CRN: 13420) MWF 1:00 – 1:50 PM in JSC 237 *Language Gen Ed

JWST 210.01 - Jewish History: Ancient - Modern (CRN: 11828) Marisa Natale MWF 9:00 - 9:50 AM in JSC 333 *Pre-Modern Era History Gen Ed

JWST 215.01 - Jewish History: Modern – Present (CRN: 10696) Ashley Walters MW 2:00 – 3:15 PM in JWS 233 *Modern History Gen Ed

JWST 230.01 - The Holocaust (CRN: 11019) Cross-Listed with HIST 259.01 (CRN: 13756) Chad Gibbs MWF 10:00 -10:50 AM in JSC 333 *Humanities Gen Ed *Multicultural Understanding and Global Citizen Requirement - Global Component

JWST 230.02 - The Holocaust (CRN: 11161) Cross-Listed with HIST 259.02 (CRN: 13757) Chad Gibbs MWF 11:00 -11:50 AM in JSC 333 *Humanities Gen Ed *Multicultural Understanding and Global Citizen Requirement - Global Component

JWST 245.01 - Introduction to Jewish Film and Culture (CRN: 13823) Ezra Cappell Online Asynchronous *Humanities Gen Ed

JWST 300.02 Jewish Experience in Film (CRN: 11347) Cross-Listed with ENGL 390.01 (CRN: 11501) Ezra Cappell TR 10:50 – 12:05 PM in JSC 237 *Humanities Gen Ed

JWST 300.03 - Sephardi Lives (CRN: 13422) Cross-Listed with HIST 350.01 (CRN: 13513) Max Cohen TR 9:25 - 10:40 AM in JSC 333 *Humanities Gen Ed

JWST 300.03 - Gender and Sexuality in Israel/Palestine (CRN: 13423) Marisa Natale MW 2:00 - 3:15 PM in JSC 237 *Humanities Gen Ed

Message us if you have any questions.

Apply by May 10th!

Last call for future Fellows! 📣

The application window for the Perlmutter Fellows Cohort of 2030 closes MAY 10. If you’re a Jewish student in the class of 2030 looking to grow through internships, connect with mentors, and explore opportunities like studying abroad, this program is designed for you. ✨

Curious what it’s really like? We’re happy to connect you with a current Fellow. Just send us a message. 💬

Apply at tinyurl.com/perlmutterapp26