The City of Vienna and the Board of higher academic education both had a
strong role of encouraging and creating a Jewish university in the city of
Vienna. The city, granted the beautiful buildings and grounds, which once
were the dwellings of Austrian royalty, Maria Teresa
A prestige "Fachochschule" degree, which is usually only awarded to
universities with 1000 or more students, was given to the school, although
we only aim for 240 students during the 8 semesters of this program.
Mr. Ronald Lauder and the Lauder Foundation, joined into this project, by
donating 5 million Euros to restore the building, and Bank Austria, built
new quarters on the campus.
At the same time, The Jewish Heritage found was established, to give an
equal opportunity to Jewish students from Eastern Europe, hence, providing
them with a full scholarship, which includes, on campus residence, and
kosher meals. And to provide Jewish life and atmosphere on the campus.
The university has on campus programs, celebrating Shabbos and Jewish
Holidays. There is also a possibility to study Hebrew and Judaic studies,
taught by Rabbi Z. Edelman as part of the curriculum. We have students
from all over the world, currently studying here. Our registration for
October 2005 is still open.
For more details call Merkos On Campus 0403 185 896 or email us
campus@merkos.org.au
