Derek Penslar is the William Lee Frost Professor of Jewish History. He is the director of undergraduate studies within the department and directs Harvard’s Center for Jewish Studies. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Background 00:20 Teaching History and Jewish Studies at Harvard 02:37 The Role of Military History in Understanding Israel 07:37 Challenges Faced by Jewish Students in Progressive Spaces 10:34 Exploring Jewish History and Identity 13:25 Personal Experiences during Times of Conflict 24:00 The Need for Open and Respectful Dialogue 29:07 Challenges Faced by Jewish Students 37:37 The Impact of Social Media and Antisemitism 50:23 Motivations Behind Pro-Palestinian Activism 56:09 The Role of Universities in Addressing Challenges 01:00:2 Resilience and Understanding Complexity