HEJS 2201: Diversity and Inclusion in Israeli Society: A Cinematic View
Overview of Israeli films with a particular focus on contemporary cultural, social, and political tensions. Topics may include the uneasy relationship between an ancient patriarchal conservative religion and modern western secular society; Jerusalem as a holy city for three monotheistic regions, as a modern metropolis, and as a tourist attraction; the culture of masculinity promoted by the Israeli military; the status of women; attitudes toward the LGBTQ+ community; the treatment of minoritized groups in general, including those based on race or religion; and questions of citizenship and immigration, both legal and illegal. Taught in English.
- Credits
- 3
- Offered
- Fall 2026
- Campuses
- Storrs
- Gen Ed
- CA4 International, TOI1: Creativity, TOI3: Div, Equity, Soc Just
Fall 2026 sections
Taught by Naama Appel Doron.
| Section | Type | Meets | Instructor | Campus | Room | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LEC | 10:10AM - 11:00AM / MoWeFr | Naama Appel Doron | Storrs | SHH 111 | 35 of 40 open |
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