Month: July 2025

The CJS congratulates Rachel Rockenmacher, our Executive Director, for being recognized a 2025 Harvard Hero! In June, we were joined by Rachel’s family, friends, neighbors and colleagues to celebrate the special moment. The Harvard Heroes program  honors high-performing staff for the impact they have on the Harvard community based on criteria set by a University-wide…

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. On July 1, 2025, Professor Cohen’s retirement has taken effect. Below is a tribute from his…