The self-paced professional development course provides practical guidance on antisemitism, Jewish identity, civil rights obligations and campus response
New York, NY, October 14, 2026 … Today, ADL (the Anti-Defamation League) and Gratz College announced the launch of From Recognition to Response: Antisemitism on Campus, a joint professional development program designed to help higher education professionals better recognize contemporary antisemitism, respond effectively to incidents and concerns, and support campus environments where Jewish students, faculty and staff can fully engage and belong.
Developed specifically for professionals working in colleges and universities, the asynchronous, self-paced program combines ADL’s expertise in antisemitism education, campus response and civil rights advocacy with Gratz College’s academic leadership in Holocaust and Antisemitism Studies. Offered at no cost, the program removes a key barrier to access and makes this critical training available to higher education professionals nationwide. Participants who successfully complete all required modules and module-based assessments will receive a certificate of completion from ADL and Gratz College.
“Antisemitism on college campuses remains at levels far above what we saw before October 7, while Jewish students, faculty and staff are navigating an increasingly hostile and threatening environment both on campus and across the country,” said Jonathan Greenblatt, ADL CEO and National Director. “In this heightened threat environment, campus leaders need to be equipped to identify antisemitism, understand how it manifests across university life and respond effectively when it occurs. This program is built to turn that understanding into action by helping leaders make informed decisions, intervene decisively and set a clear standard that antisemitism has no place on campus.”
Throughout the program, participants will explore:
Historical and contemporary manifestations of antisemitism.
The relationship between Israel, Zionism and antisemitism.
Campus climate challenges following October 7, 2023.
Obligations under Title VI and Title VII to recognize, prevent and address antisemitic discrimination and harassment affecting students, faculty and staff.
Effective institutional response protocols to assess and respond to antisemitic incidents.
Strategies for strengthening Jewish belonging and campus resilience.
The program is designed for higher education administrators, student affairs professionals, faculty and academic leaders, Title VI and Title VII and compliance personnel, campus safety and conduct teams, and other campus professionals whose work involves antisemitism awareness, institutional response or student and employee support. Throughout the course, learners complete lectures, readings, case studies and applied assessments.
“Through this partnership, Gratz College and ADL are bringing together deep academic expertise and decades of practical experience to help higher education professionals engage with these questions with greater clarity, rigor and informed judgment,” said Dr. Ayal Feinberg, Director of the Center for Holocaust Studies and Human Rights at Gratz. “Understanding antisemitism requires more than addressing individual incidents — it requires understanding the history, ideas and contexts that shape how antisemitism appears today.”
From Recognition to Response: Antisemitism on Campus comes at a time when campus leaders face an urgent need to respond effectively to antisemitism and ensure their institutions are meeting their responsibilities to protect civil rights, maintain safe and inclusive learning environments and uphold academic freedom. Campus administrators can learn more about the course or register by emailing [email protected] to express their interest.
ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913 to protect the Jewish people, ADL works to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment to all. In the face of rising antisemitism and extremism, we protect, advocate, and educate, through a mix of programs and services using the latest innovations and technology, and seek to create a world without hate. More at www.adl.org.
Gratz College, a private non-profit institution based in the Philadelphia area, is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). Founded in 1895, Gratz College is the oldest independent college for Jewish studies in North America. Today, Gratz enrolls a diverse population of students from around the world with many programs that reflect its historic focus on Jewish studies and education. An early adopter of online education, Gratz offers blended and fully online degrees in a broad range of studies, including the world’s only Doctorate in Antisemitism Studies, the world’s only online Doctorate in Holocaust and Genocide Studies, a Doctorate in Education Leadership, and a Doctorate in Jewish Studies. Gratz also offers ten master’s degree programs, including a Master’s in Education, a Master’s in Antisemitism Studies, and a Master’s in Nonprofit Management; various graduate certificates; and a robust continuing education program.