Undergraduate Certificate in Holocaust and Genocide Studies
The Holocaust was a watershed event, not just for the 20th century but also in human history. It was not an accident; it occurred because individuals, organizations, and governments legalized discrimination fostered prejudice and hatred, and ultimately committed mass murder. Survivors of the Holocaust are passing away; their voices will soon no longer be heard, their stories no longer told. This certificate will provide basic information about the Holocaust, its context, and similar genocides. The goals are manifold: to combat efforts to deny historical truths and to honor the memory of survivors and their cultural legacies; to combat prejudice, hate, intolerance, and discrimination; to develop recognition and respect for cultural diversity; and to stimulate reflection on the fragility of democratic institutions and the roles and responsibilities of citizens to protect the human rights of all people.
The Jewish Studies Program is delighted to welcome Dr. Rami Zeedan as a new faculty member! Dr. Zeedan holds a Ph.D. in Israeli Studies from the University of Haifa in Israel. His research interests include the history of modern Israel, Israeli politics, Middle-Eastern politics, ethnic politics, urban affairs and local governments, and public opinion. This Fall he is teaching courses on Israeli politics and government, and on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at The University of Kansas, we understand that an equitable and safe multiracial, multiethnic, and multicultural environment produces innovative thinking, research, and learning. Click here for the University's nondiscrimination policy.
