Annual ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute for Curriculum Development in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies

 St. Catherine's College, University of Oxford, United Kingdom

Applications are now open for the annual ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute for Curriculum Development in Critical Contemporary Antisemitism Studies. This intensive two-week workshop is scheduled to be held at St. Catherine’s College, University of Oxford, from 27 July to 8 August 2025.

Embark on a transformative journey at the ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute, designed for those shaping the future of academia. Join us from July 27-August 8, 2025 at St. Catherine’s College, University of Oxford, and be at the forefront of critical discussions on antisemitism. Together, we will map, decode, and combat the current explosion of global antisemitism, contributing to the development of contemporary critical antisemitism studies as a recognized academic discipline.

Why Apply:

1. Elevate Your Expertise and Shape the Conversation:

  • Gain insights and knowledge to invigorate your teaching and research.
  • Develop cutting-edge course syllabi guided by leading international academics.

2. Network with Top-level Academics:

  • Collaborate with fellow scholars and professionals from around the world committed to challenging contemporary antisemitism within the esteemed academic environment of Oxford.
  • Forge connections that transcend disciplines and endure beyond the institute.
  • Unlock potential funding opportunities, opening avenues for your academic pursuits.

3. Global Recognition:

  • Join a prestigious community recognized for its dedication to examining, interrogating, and challenging contemporary antisemitism.
  • Showcase your affiliation with the esteemed ISGAP-Oxford community.

How to Apply:

Scholars-in-Residence:

Scholars-in-Residence are distinguished professors, university faculty members, and advanced PhD candidates who are committed to advancing critical research and teaching on contemporary antisemitism or related subjects.

  • Submit your CV, a letter of intent, two letters of recommendation, and a letter from your home department’s Chair, Dean, or Provost.
  • Recognizing the unique circumstances related to the challenges faced since October 7th, in lieu of a formal letter from your institution, please compose a letter demonstrating your commitment to incorporating program insights into your existing courses.

Wiesel-King Jr. Scholars:

ISGAP also reserves a limited number of spots for exceptional undergraduate and graduate university students who maintain a strong GPA, proven leadership skills, and a commitment to social justice. Wiesel-King Scholars will design student-led initiatives and projects aimed at addressing antisemitism and racism on their campuses.

  • Submit your CV, two letters of recommendation, and a concise project proposal that showcases your commitment to combatting antisemitism, racism, and other forms of discrimination. Additionally, outline your plan for implementing the proposed project upon completion of the program.

Application Deadline:

Rolling basis; apply early to secure your spot in this experience.

Tuition Fees:

Tuition is $2,500 USD for Scholars-in-Residence and $1,800 USD for Wiesel-King Scholars.
Fee includes the cost of the program, two weeks of accommodation, daily breakfast, and weekday lunch.

Scholarships:

Limited scholarships are available for exceptional candidates.

Contact:

Submit your application, inquiries, and expressions of interest via email to [email protected] with the subject heading “ISGAP-Oxford 2025.”

Apply now for an enriching experience that contributes to shaping the future landscape of academia within your institution and beyond. Considering the challenges posed by antisemitism in higher education, we encourage you to share this opportunity with colleagues on your campus, empowering you upon your return.

Faculty

The ISGAP Summer Institute is led by the foremost international scholars and policymakers.
This esteemed group includes:

Natan Sharansky
Chair, ISGAP
Professor Deborah E. Lipstadt
U.S. Special Envoy to Combat and Monitor Antisemitism; Dorot Professor of Holocaust Studies, Emory University, Atlanta, U.S.
Dr. Ahmed Shaheed
UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief; Senior Lecturer, School of Law and Human Rights Centre, University of Essex, Essex, U.K.
The Hon. Prof. Irwin Cotler
Special Envoy on Preserving Holocaust Remembrance and Combatting Antisemitism, Ottawa, Canada
Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Research Fellow, The Hoover Institute, Stanford University, Stanford, U.S.
Professor Yossi Shain
Romulo Betancourt Professor of Political Science, Tel Aviv University; Member of Knesset, Jerusalem, Israel
Professor Dr. Bassam Tibi
Professor Emeritus for International Relations, University of Goettingen
Professor Benny Morris
Department of History, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beersheva, Israel
Professor David Patterson
Hillel Feinberg Chair in Holocaust Studies, Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies, University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, U.S.
Professor Uzi Rabi
Director, Moshe Dayan Center, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
Professor Aleksandra Gliszczyńska-Grabias
Assistant Professor, Institute of Law Studies, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland

“Universities are the main battlefield for the new wave of antisemitism. It is very important that the professors, those teaching the students, understand the dangers, and know how to fight it...that makes all the difference.”

— Natan Sharansky, Chair of ISGAP

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Previous Years
2024 St. Catherine's College, Oxford
2023 Pembroke College, Oxford
2022 Pembroke College, Oxford
2021 Pembroke College, Oxford
2020 ISGAP Digital Research Center
2019 St. John's College, Oxford
2018 St. John's College, Oxford
2017 St. John's College, Oxford
2016 St. Antony's College, Oxford
2015 Hertford College, Oxford
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