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The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
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The Faculty of Law of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem is the oldest law school in Israel. Established in 1949, the Faculty is the alma mater of almost all the Justices on the Supreme Court of Israel, and among its alumni are many of Israel's most prominent legal academics, Attorneys-General, senior government officials and representatives and practicing lawyers. Initially housed in the buildings of the Ratisbonne Monasteryin the center of Jerusalem, the Law Faculty was one of the first academic units to be relocated after the Six Day War in the historic buildings of the Hebrew University Campus on Mount Scopus . This complex, including the original building of Israel's National Library has served as the home of the Faculty ever since. The Faculty's Bernard G. Segal Law Library is the largest law library in Israel containing some 300,000 volumes (80,000 titles) and holds several unique collections of Jewish, Israeli, Roman law and the philosophy of law.
Courses offered to Georgetown students have been arranged specifically for Georgetown Law students and other exchange students. It is expected that most courses open to Georgetown students will also include Hebrew University students, as well as exchange students from other parts of the world. Specially arranged courses will also take place at the Rothberg International School, also at the Mount Scopus Campus. Courses are expected to be small in order to promote meaningful interaction with other students and faculty. In addition to courses, there will be an orientation event and Jerusalem tour. Students are encouraged to participate in the law student union. Additional information about the Hebrew University of Jerusalem is available at http://law.huji.ac.il/eng/about.asp . Information directed at exchange students is at http://law.huji.ac.il/eng/muamadim.asp?cat=562&in=0. Academic Calendar
It is possible that the orientation event will take place before the start of classes. The dates will be confirmed later in the spring semester. Available Courses Exact credit amounts have not yet been established. Students should expect to take between 5 to 6 courses to receive between 12 and 13 credits. More information on the credit equivalency will be provided when available. Housing Hebrew University offers several types of dorms within walking distance from Campus. The Faculty of Law will work with dorm authorities to secure housing for international students. Information regarding housing is at http://overseas.huji.ac.il/campus.asp?cat=292&in=0#Request.
Department of State Travel Warning
Students applying to the semester abroad program at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem should be aware that Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza are currently under a Department of State Travel Warning. Georgetown University’s does not affirmatively encourage travel that contravenes Department of State Travel Warnings (complete Travel Warning policy). The Travel Warning itself is available at http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_922.html . We understand that many Georgetown Law students have experience traveling to areas where there are increased security risks. Given that our students are pursuing a professional degree, they also tend to possess the maturity and good judgment that those younger or less experienced might lack. However, students who seek to participate in a Georgetown-sponsored program in a Travel Warning country should be prepared for and familiar with the risks that go along with such an opportunity. Therefore, we have established specific procedures for students applying to the semester abroad program with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. These procedures are outlined in the semester abroad application. Application Time Line
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