Near Eastern Studies - Cornell University

Extraordinary Journeys
Stories about how language, culture, and education abroad made a difference in the lives of some of our Arts & Sciences graduates!

For Sadaqat, studying Arabic became about much more than learning a language. It was also an opportunity to engage with culture in a meaningful and enjoyable way. Through coursework, Sadaqat discovered how language learning can create deeper cultural understanding and connection.

Read more about Sadaqat's journey at https://as.cornell.edu/news/my-year-abroad-was-transformative

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The Department of Near Eastern Studies joins the Jewish Studies Program in mourning the loss of Dr. Bernard Schapiro ’55.

Bernard Schapiro Obituary (10/03/1931 - 05/17/2026) - Palm Beach Gardens, FL - The Star-Ledger View Bernard Schapiro's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

שלום (shalom)

That's "hello," "peace," and sometimes even "goodbye" in Modern Hebrew, our Featured Language of the Week!
Hebrew is a unique language that bridges thousands of years of history with vibrant modern culture, literature, and everyday conversation. 📚
From the language of the Hebrew Bible to a fully spoken contemporary language, Hebrew tells a remarkable story of continuity and revival.

Did you know? Modern Hebrew was standardized during a major revival movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, making it one of the only languages in history to be successfully revived as a spoken national language.

Visit https://jewishstudies.cornell.edu/languages -hebrew to learn more about Modern Hebrew at Cornell.



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