Join us as explore, share, compare, and discuss various aspects of Judaism and Islam. These sessions are open to the ENTIRE WFU and W-S/ Triad communities. Each session is self-contained, and no experience or knowledge about Judaism or Islam is required to join us. THIS IS A VIRTUAL GATHERING!
There is always a handout given at each session with an overview and links to other information about the subject. At the end of each session is a question and answer period.
Attend as you are able. Bring your lunch and your friends! For more info, contact Gail
bretangh@wfu.edu or Naijla
faiznr0@wfu.eduDates and Topics this term (Thursdays from 12 - 12:50 pm) via ZOOM:
Sept 1: Cancelled.
Sept 8: Introductions, Favorite Topics, Results of Survey, Setting Expectations
Sept 15: Muhammad Siddiqui guest speaker to speak about his 9/11 experience
Sept 22: New Years in Judaism & Islam
Sept 29: Guest Speaker, Amit Melchior, Israel Fellow. Holy Days in Israel vs. in U.S
Oct 6: Religious Fasting Experiences on Campus & in the Workplace.
Oct 20: Jewish Holy Days. Brief Descriptions, Foods Associated, Specific Traditions around the world.
Oct 27: Experiences of a WFU Muslim student
Nov 3: Arts & Music in Islam and Judaism
Nov 10: Experience of a WFU Jewish student
Nov 17: Current events. Last session of term and eval
