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Snorkel and Study 09

Check out Snorkel & Study for
an amazing Jewish winter break,
this Jan 1-8, 2009! Meet college
women from around the world
and explore Jewish thinking,
Jewish texts and Jewish traditions, while having an outrageously good time doing watersports in Key Largo, Florida - diving capital of the world.
FULL SCHOLARSHIPS available.

Apply NOW.

On the Agenda

Mind-blowing classes, swimming, watersports, tanning, snorkeling, friendship, sun. Did we mention it’s a phenomenal week?

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Welcome to Snorkel and Study 09!Snorkel and Study 09

a project of Bais Chana Women International

Snorkel and Study 09
Jewish Winter Break for College Women
Jan 1-8 in Key Largo, Florida – Diving Capital of the World!

FULL SCHOLARSHIPS!Apply NOW

Forget your labs and overdue papers – join Jewish college women from around the world for a remarkable opportunity. Snorkel & Study is a Jewish winter break adventure, a week to explore Jewish thinking, Jewish texts and Jewish traditions, and have an outrageously good time doing watersports in Key Largo, Florida - diving capital of the world! Snorkeling, diving, waverunning, kayaking, parasailing and a great spa are all right near our spectacular oceanfront hotel, Mariners Key Largo.

Check out last year’s photos here.
Read these impressions of last year’s Snorkel & Study.
Tell a friend!
Meet Karen, Alex, Ariana, Irina, Yanna and Rebecca.

Scholarships for Undergrads and Grad Students
Here’s the best part: Scholarships are available and that means Snorkel & Study is a no-brainer to attend. Your Full Scholarship includes gorgeous hotel accommodations, fascinating classes and workshops with A-list Jewish educators, kosher catering and snorkeling in the stunning Key Largo coral reef – North America’s only living coral barrier. Apply NOW and secure your place early since space is extremely limited.

What’s On The Agenda
From the unabridged story of Adam and Eve to medical ethics and Jewish law; from mystical Chassidic teachings about reincarnation and the soul to the Chassidic Feminist perspective on women’s mitzvot; from text-based studies to frank discussions about love, intimacy, dating and marriage – it’s a wide range of captivating and relevant subjects taught by exceptional educators.

Sample class clips by all three educators on the menu at the left.

 

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FAQs

How do I apply?
What if I don't know Hebrew?
What time should I arrive Jan 1?

These and more FAQs here.


Did You Know...

... about options for international students
... what we offer engaged couples

Check these and more.

IMPRESSIONS

"I learned so much about Jewish thought, spirituality, prayer, and more specific things about mitzvot and halacha. Also, how observant women come in all shapes and varieties just like secular women, and that they struggle with the same things that I struggle with."

Jennifer, UNC Chapel Hill, NC

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Meet Alex, a senior from University of Florida. She really appreciated that Bais Chana was environment in which she could be her authentic self.

Meet Ariana, a student at one of New York City’s finest art schools. Having her Jewish identity clarified made her trip worthwhile.

Meet Karen from Toronto. She was excited about meeting and connecting with new people but she was a bit worried about all the learning.