Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies
Dates
- Existence: 1989-
Biography
The Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies (1989- ) is Brigham Young University's center for study in Jerusalem.
The Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies serves as the hub for Brigham Young University's study abroad program in Jerusalem. Brigham Young University students study and live at the Jerusalem Center during their stay in the Holy Land. Students study a core curriculum that focuses on Old and New Testament, ancient and modern Near Eastern studies, and either the Hebrew or Arabic language.
The Center itself is located on Mount Scopus overlooking the Mount of Olives, the Kidron Valley, and the Old City. The 125,000 square-foot, eight-level structure rests on five acres of gardens. The Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies contains dormitory and apartment facilities for students and faculty, cafeteria facilities, classrooms, gymnasium, computer facilities, library, various auditoriums and theaters, lecture rooms, and offices.
The Brigham Young University Center for Near Eastern Studies was dedicated by Howard W. Hunter then President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on May 16, 1989.
Citation:
Bible lands, c1986: t.p. (Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies) OCLC 16882363 (hdg.: Brigham Young University. Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies)BYU Organizational History Project website, via WWW, Nov. 4, 2014 (Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies; est. 1988; functions as an extension of the Brigham Young University campus and has a library, classrooms, learning center, student living quarters, cafeteria, and auditoriums; offers courses in Old Testament Studies, Ancient Near Eastern Studies, and Introduction to Arabic; directors, directors: David B. Galbraith (1988-1989), Martin B. Hickman (1989-1990), George A. Horton, Jr. (1990-1992), Truman G. Madsen (1992-1993), S. Kent Brown (1993-1996), Paul H. Peterson (1996-1997), R.J. Snow (1997-2000), Arnold H. Green (2000-2003) and James R. Kearl (2003- ))
BYU Jerusalem Center, via WWW, viewed January 22, 2014(Brigham Young University Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies; Jerusalem Center is Brigham Young University’s center for study in Jerusalem; hub for Brigham Young University’s study abroad program in Jerusalem; students study and live at the Jerusalem Center during their stay in the Holy Land; students study a core curriculum that focuses on Old and New Testament, ancient and modern Near Eastern studies, and either the Hebrew or Arabic language; The Center itself is located on Mount Scopus overlooking the Mount of Olives, the Kidron Valley, and the Old City; the 125,000 square-foot, eight-level structure rests on five acres of gardens; the Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies contains dormitory and apartment facilities for students and faculty, cafeteria facilities, classrooms, gymnasium, computer facilities, library, various auditoriums and theaters, lecture rooms, and offices.)
Ensign, Aug. 1989: Jerusalem Center Dedicated (The Brigham Young University Center for Near Eastern Studies was dedicated by Howard W. Hunter then President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on May 16, 1989)
Found in 25 Collections and/or Records:
Associated Students of Brigham Young University records on Gerald R. Ford visit
Contains correspondence, itineraries, guest lists, and related information concerning the visit of former U.S. president Gerald R. Ford to the Brigham Young University campus on March 19, 1987. Also includes photocopy of two letters exchanged between Ford and Israeli prime minister Shimon Peres, 1985-1986, about proposed construction of the BYU Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies.
James H. Bean papers on the Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies
Materials consist of correspondence collected by James H. Bean related to the efforts to obtain approval for the Brigham Young University Jerusalem Center. Correspondence is related to a letter-writing campaign that Bean was asked to carry out in support of the center. Materials include correspondence collected by James H. Bean. Dated 1985 to 1986.
Brigham Young University vice-presidential records
Collection includes minutes and other records from Associate Academic Vice President William Evenson of the Jerusalem Center of Near Eastern Studies from 1980-1989.
Brigham Young University vice-presidential records
Contains correspondence on administration and colleges and departments as well as subject files (including information on the Jerusalem Center).
Brigham Young University vice-presidential records
Contains correspondence, meeting minutes, budget records, and other materials related to the Academic Vice President about academic programs, faculty hiring and review, research, and strategic planning and administration of academic resources. The majority of the materials document the activities of the academic units of Brigham Young University. Dates range from 1953 to 2007.
Financial Services records
Contains annual reports, assistant administrative vice president files, and Jerusalem Center financial records. Dates range from 1967 to 2010.
David B. Galbraith collection on the Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies
Contains correspondence between Brigham Young University officials, leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and other people involved in the construction of the Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies. Also includes newspaper articles, written reports, video materials, financial records, and other material concerning the Jerusalem Center. Dates range from 1968 to 1994.
Ephraim Hatch collection on Brigham Young University campus development
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Jennifer Marie Jackson journal
Detailed account of her activities as a student at BYU's Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies. Includes mention of field studies and other travels to surrounding areas. A few letters and ephemeral items are inserted in the volume.