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I'd like to
study at Drisha but have limited financial resources. Do you offer scholarships?
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Yes, Drisha offers scholarships,
and never turns away a student due to financial constraints. Please contact
Drisha to discuss your needs.
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I would love
to study in one of your year-long full-time programs but I am not available
for the full day. Can I study mornings (or afternoons) only?
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Most of the students in our full-time program
learn for the entire day, but we do have some students who study only half-days.
Please contact Devorah Zlochower,
Director of the Full-Time Program, to discuss your needs.
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Do you have
classes in conversational Hebrew?
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No. Our daytime and evening Hebrew classes are
specifically in Biblical Hebrew, which are designed to develop skills in
reading the Bible and the prayer book.
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Can I come
to the Beit Midrash to learn even if I'm not taking a class at Drisha?
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Women are welcome to learn in the Beit Midrash
at any time during our hours, Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.,
and 8:30 a.m. - 3 hours before Shabbat on Friday.
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I know some
Hebrew, but not enough to study independently. Do you have any courses for
me?
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Yes. Our courses
are offered on three levels to meet the needs of our students: Yesodot
(Foundations) classes are designed to develop and enhance text skills for
independent study. Most classes focus on language and text skill development.
Multi-Level courses are for students with some knowledge of Hebrew. Texts
are studied in their original language and translations are provided in
class. Advanced courses are for students who can prepare and follow texts
in their original language.
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I know some
Hebrew but never studied Talmud before. Do you have any Talmud classes that
might be appropriate for me?
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Drisha offers
classes in Talmud across a range of levels each week. Chances are we
have a Talmud class that is right for you.
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I'm going to
be visiting New York soon. May I come by and sample classes?
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Yes, we welcome your visit. Contact the Drisha
office at 212.595.0307 or by email
and let us know when you'll be in town. We'll be happy to arrange for you
to sit in on our classes that are in session during your visit.
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Do you offer
classes over the internet?
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Occasionally we offer webcasts, and we're exploring
the interest and need for interactive classes on the internet. We welcome
your input. Please send your comments.
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Can you arrange
for a Drisha speaker to come to our children's school, synagogue, or community
center?
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Yes, we would be happy to work with you. Please
contact Drisha at 212.595.0307 or email
us with information about your topic preferences as well as the proposed
date, location, and speaker fee.
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I'm getting
married soon. Do you offer classes in taharat hamishpacha?
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Though Drisha does not regularly offer classes
on the laws of family purity, we can recommend a teacher or private tutor
who can learn with you.
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Do you offer
learning opportunities for men?
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Yes, each semester our continuing education
catalogue highlights several classes that are open to men. In addition,
all our community lectures and our Winter
Week of Learning are open are men.
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Do you offer
childcare?
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Currently, Drisha does not offer childcare.
However childcare is available at the Drisha minyanim on the High Holy Days.
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Will I be able
to find parking near Drisha?
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This is a residential area, and it is difficult
(but not impossible) to find parking on neighborhood streets. There are
also several parking garages, including one on the same block (65th Street
near Central Park West) that you can also enter from 66th Street.
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Are there any
kosher restaurants in the area?
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Yes, there are several meat and dairy restaurants
as well as takeout places within walking distance of Drisha.
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Can I pay by
credit card?
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Yes. Drisha accepts all major credit cards.
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My daughter
is going to be Bat Mitzvah soon and we'd like to explore ideas and resources.
Can you guide us?
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Yes, Drisha has a Bat
Mitzvah program and offers guidance on planning a learning program,
including individual tutoring and/or Beit Midrash study for girls and their
mothers.
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Do you offer
courses on practical laws of Judaism, like the "how-to's" of Shabbat
and prayer? |
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Drisha occasionally offers courses
like this. Please check our current catalogue listing.
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My lifestyle
is non-Orthodox. Will I be comfortable at Drisha? |
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Yes, students from different backgrounds and
all walks of life enjoy learning together in the open and respectful environment
that is the hallmark of Drisha. While many of the students and faculty are
Orthodox, there are many students from a wide range of backgrounds and lifestyles.
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Can I transfer
credits from Drisha to my school? |
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Though Drisha is not an accredited institution,
some schools do give credit for studies at Drisha. If your school does give
credit for Drisha classes, we will be happy to provide any necessary documentation. |
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