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 15 Collections and/or Records:
Brigham Young University vice-presidential financial records, 1968-2004
This series includes budgetary plans outlining BYU's retirement policy (including medical care after retirement), case studies, budgets for programs alongside BYU faculty and staff, charges for mail/copy services, requisition forms, receipts for items purchased including computer supplies/software and general office supplies, phone bills, and travel documentation for Academic Vice Presidents who were sent abroad. Materials dated 1968-2004.
Brigham Young University vice-presidential subject records, 1980-1989
Contains miscellaneous business, financial, and student records of the Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies, and other departmental programs and committees, from 1980-1989.
Financial Services records on the Jerusalem Center, 1990-1991
Contains financial records about the Jerusalem Center's budget, airfare, and financial aid for students. Dates range from 1990 to 1991.
Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies administrative records, 1961-1998
Contains administrative records for the Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies collected by Robert C. Taylor, dated 1961-1998. Includes financial records, letters, memorandums, proposals, reports, clippings, minutes and agendas, and various booklets, pamphlets, and other publications, as well as journals and histories. Topics include the academic development of the center, BYU Travel study programs, development of a film on Abraham, and diplomatic relations in Israel.
Office of the President correspondence with LDS Foundation, 1980-1983
Contains correspondence with the LDS Foundation regarding Annual Giving and President Holland's book "Excellence in the Eighties." Also contains correspondence with various individuals holding leadership positions in the foundation covering funding campaigns, donations, and grants. Materials date from 1980 to 1989.
Office of the President correspondence with LDS Foundation, 1983-1984
Contains correspondence with the LDS Foundation regarding Annual Giving and President Holland's book "Excellence in the Eighties." Also contains correspondence with various individuals holding leadership positions in the foundation covering funding campaigns, donations, and grants. Materials date from 1980 to 1989.
Office of the President correspondence with LDS Foundation, 1985-1986
Contains correspondence with the LDS Foundation regarding Annual Giving and President Holland's book "Excellence in the Eighties." Also contains correspondence with various individuals holding leadership positions in the foundation covering funding campaigns, donations, and grants. Materials date from 1980 to 1989.
Office of the President correspondence with LDS Foundation, 1986-1987
Contains correspondence with the LDS Foundation regarding Annual Giving and President Holland's book "Excellence in the Eighties." Also contains correspondence with various individuals holding leadership positions in the foundation covering funding campaigns, donations, and grants. Materials date from 1980 to 1989.
Office of the President correspondence with LDS Foundation, 1987-1988
Contains correspondence with the LDS Foundation regarding Annual Giving and President Holland's book "Excellence in the Eighties." Also contains correspondence with various individuals holding leadership positions in the foundation covering funding campaigns, donations, and grants. Materials date from 1980 to 1989.
Office of the President correspondence with LDS Foundation, 1988-1989
Contains correspondence with the LDS Foundation regarding Annual Giving and President Holland's book "Excellence in the Eighties." Also contains correspondence with various individuals holding leadership positions in the foundation covering funding campaigns, donations, and grants. Materials date from 1980 to 1989.