Honoring Professor Shaye J. D. Cohen at his Retirement

Honoring Professor Shaye J. D. Cohen at his Retirement

On September 27, 2024, the Department of Near Eastern Languages and the Center for Jewish Studies at Harvard invited colleagues, friends, and family to honor Shaye J. D. Cohen, Nathan Littauer Professor of Hebrew Literature and Philosophy, at his retirement.

Remarks were presented by Professor Cohen’s fellow NELC faculty members Professors David Stern and Jay Harris, and his former students Dr. Matthew Haas and Professor Yoni Miller. A message was read on behalf of family friend Dr. Irit Aharoni. Words of thanks from Professor Cohen and a reception concluded the festivities.

Thank you, Shaye, for your immense academic contribution to the field of Jewish studies.