COMM2254 · Communication

Introduction to Jewish Culture and Civilization

Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

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Matthew Sienkiewicz

Professor, Communication Department

2 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.5
Course: 4.3

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Matthew Sienkiewicz

Professor, Communication Department

2 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.5
Course: 4.3

About this course

This course may be used to satisfy one of four electives required within the Communication major. This course introduces students to the study of Jewish culture and civilization and serves as the gateway course for Boston College's Jewish Studies minor. The course is divided into three core sections: core Jewish texts and beliefs, Jewish geography and languages, and Jewish cultural production. The course presumes no previous knowledge of the subject matter and welcomes students from every discipline. Objects of study will range from the Hebrew Bible and the Talmud to Ladino music, Superman comics, and Seinfeld. The course will feature guest lectures from across Boston College's Jewish Studies faculty and will include off-site learning opportunities ranging from trips to museum exhibitions to dinner at an area kosher restaurant.

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OrganizationHow well the course was organized: 4.27 / 5
ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it: 4.40 / 5
AttendanceHow necessary attendance was: 4.63 / 5
AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were: 4.45 / 5

Weekly effort: ~4 hours

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Evaluation history 2 terms

All available terms for COMM2254. Numerical averages use the five-point scale.
Term	Evaluations	Course rating	Instructor rating
Spring 2025	1	4.0	4.2
Spring 2024	1	4.7	4.8