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Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies

 Organization

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 182 Collections and/or Records:

Office of the President correspondence with university media units, 1989-1990

 Sub-Series
Identifier: UA 925 Series 1 Sub-Series 1 Sub-Series 10
Scope and Contents

Contains correspondence with units associated with multimedia production. Materials date from between 1989 and 1990.

Dates: 1989-1990
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 925, Office of the President records / Office of the President correspondence / Office of the President correspondence

Office of the President correspondence with university media units, 1991-1992

 Sub-Series
Identifier: UA 925 Series 1 Sub-Series 3 Sub-Series 17
Scope and Contents

Contains correspondence with multimedia production units at the university. Materials date from between 1991 and 1992.

Dates: 1991-1992
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 925, Office of the President records / Office of the President correspondence / Office of the President correspondence

Office of the President correspondence with university media units, 1994-1995

 Sub-Series
Identifier: UA 925 Series 1 Sub-Series 6 Sub-Series 19
Scope and Contents

Contains correspondence with units associated with multimedia production. Materials date from between 1994 and 1995.

Dates: 1994-1995
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 925, Office of the President records / Office of the President correspondence / Office of the President correspondence

Office of the President correspondence with university media units, 1992-1993

 Sub-Series
Identifier: UA 925 Series 1 Sub-Series 4 Sub-Series 10
Scope and Contents

Contains correspondence with units associated with multimedia production. Materials date from between 1992 and 1993.

Dates: 1992-1993
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 925, Office of the President records / Office of the President correspondence / Office of the President correspondence

Office of the President fund raising records, 1994-1995

 Series — Box 118: Series 6; Series 7 [Barcode: 31197230201953]
Identifier: UA 925 Series 7
Scope and Contents

Contains records on fund raising activities at the university. Materials date from between 1994 and 1995.

Dates: 1994-1995
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 925, Office of the President records

Office of the President memorabilia, 1980-1989

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 1030 Series 24
Scope and Contents Contains memorabilia from Brigham Young University during the Holland presidency (1980-1989). Many of the artifacts highlight Jeffrey R. Holland and his wife Patricia's work for the University, such as a candelabra that was given by "Jerusalem Friends". Other pieces of memorabilia include gifts from international and other national universities, plaques from BYU Sports teams and other organizations, postcards, flags, and medallions. Also includes Holland's business cards, selected talks, and...
Dates: 1980-1989
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 1030, Office of the President records

Office of the President monthly calendars, 1974-1989

 Sub-Series
Identifier: UA 1030 Series 19
Scope and Contents From the Series:

Contains President Holland's personal calendars, planners, and appointment books spanning from 1974 to 1989. Planners contains reminders of various meetings and events, appointments, and personal notes.

Dates: 1974-1989
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 1030, Office of the President records / Office of the President calendars

Office of the President outgoing correspondence, 1989-1995

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 925 Series 2
Scope and Contents

Contains correspondence that documents Lee's responses to campus officials and other people. Subjects covered include the closing of the library school, Lee's cancer and related illnesses, devotional and forum addresses, as well as athletics.

Dates: 1989-1995
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 925, Office of the President records

Office of the President oversize materials, 1989-1995

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 925 Series 5
Scope and Contents

Contains memorabilia, plaques, and pictures given to Lee.

Dates: 1989-1995
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 925, Office of the President records

Office of the President records

 Collection
Identifier: UA 925
Scope and Contents Contains correspondence, speeches, and other materials from Lee's service as university president. The materials document campus administration, including planning for devotionals and forums, athletics, and other activities. Major subjects include university relations, admissions and records, athletics, the Jerusalem Center for Near Eastern Studies, the honor and dress codes, and other related issues. Also includes minutes to Board of Trustees meetings.Materials date from between 1989 and...
Dates: 1989-1996
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / Office of the President records

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