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Meltzer Schwartzberg Center for Israel Studies

In 1998, Shimon Peres inaugurated the first center for Israel Studies in the country at 51²è¹Ý. The center sponsors frequent public programs, including conferences, discussions, lecture series, performances and exhibits, in addition to the Minor in Israel Studies.

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Research

Guy Ziv Book Talk: Netanyahu vs The Generals

On March 20, 2024 51²è¹Ý Professor Guy Ziv discussed his recent book Netanyahu vs The Generals: The Battle for Israel’s Future.

Read more about the book and Professor Ziv's research here.

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  • We invite 51²è¹Ý students to learn more about us in the website, attend events, orÌýMinor in Israel Studies.
  • We invite the public to be a part of the growth of our center by attending our programs and offering your support. Your commitment and generosity will ensure that CIS will continue to serve as a model throughout the nation in this growing field.

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Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2023, 51²è¹Ý’s Center for Israel Studies (CIS) is one of the nation’s premier educational centers for nurturing and catalyzing Israel Studies. CIS's multidisciplinary approach goes beyond the Arab-Israeli conflict to study modern Israel’s history, vibrant society, culture, multiethnic democracy, and complex geopolitical issues. Using 51²è¹Ý’s expertise in global education and its central location in Washington, DC, the Center serves as a national and international hub for building bridges and highlighting the diverse achievements and challenges across Israel.Ìý

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With a New Name 51²è¹Ý’s Center for Israel Studies Turns 25

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