Ilana Ovental, originally from Forest Hills, New York, graduated in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a minor in Jewish Studies. After graduation, Ilana moved to Washington D.C. to work in education policy at the American Enterprise Institute.
“My minor with the Elie Wiesel Center for Jewish Studies will certainly help me in the future because of the unique variety of courses I have taken and their connection to Judaism. Being able to learn about Israel, Torah, Jewish culture, and everything in between has enabled me to view everyday scenarios and decisions in a whole different light. An education with Judaism, for me, is essential for moving on to the professional world. I am extremely grateful for the knowledge and experience that I have gained from my Jewish Studies minor.” – Ilana Ovental