Beren Scholars Seminar Application

Applicant Information

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Current Grade (applications are for current 10th and 11th graders)

10th11th

School Name

As part of the application process we will be reaching out to one of your parents to confirm with them that they understand the commitment you are making and will be supportive of your participation..

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The Beren Scholars Seminar is a selective seminar focusing on Israel and antisemitism. The selection process will largely focus on demonstrating motivation. Experience in and with Israel is not a requirement for participation.

For these questions, we are expecting short answers of between one and three paragraphs.

How would you describe your (and your family's) relationship to Israel?

Describe how Israel relates to being Jewish in your opinion:

In your opinion, why has there been a recent increase in antisemitism?

What questions do you have about Israel and antisemitism that you would want to explore in this seminar if you were accepted? Please share three questions.

Have you travelled to Israel (travel is Israel is NOT a requirement of admission to the program):

YesNo

How many times?

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