Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership

spertus institute is a chicago-based educational organization that has been fostering jewish education and leadership since 1924. offerings are rooted in jewish wisdom and culture, and many of its programs decisively meet jewish community needs, however spertus is not affiliated with any specific branch of judaism and provides a welcoming nondenominational environment open to all. spertus offerings include graduate degree programs at the master’s and doctoral levels, as well as innovative professional education opportunities and a wide array of public programming including films, speakers, concerts, and exhibits.