Keep Smiling

  Today's blog post comes from Valparaiso University Law Student Zach M... Today we visited the city of Bethlehem, known mostly for being the birthplace of Jesus Christ. Although the city is only about 6 miles south of Jerusalem,…

Experiencing the Holy Land

Today's blog post comes from Valparaiso University Law student Erika B... Boker Tov (Good Morning), So today was amazing. I got to hear a woman speak who was a holocaust survivor. Ever since I was really little I have been fascinated…

Photos from Jerusalem

Today's blog post comes from Valparaiso University Law student Blake J... The first photo that overlooks much of Jerusalem is a panorama taken atop of Mount of Olives where we were informed that many of Israel's rich, powerful and influential…

The Cry for Jerusalem

Today's blog post comes from Valparaiso University Law Student Justin C... In these pictures, I am standing on Mount Olives looking at the city of Jerusalem. I was told that on this same mountain, Jesus looked over Jerusalem and cried. I…

Legal Education in Israel and the West Bank

The day started early in the morning, with a quick breakfast and a departure from the hotel at 7am. The drive to Shaari Mishpat is a long one, compared to most drives we have in the small State of Israel. It is also a fascinating drive. The…

Balance

Today's blog post comes from Valparaiso University Law Student Elliott E... This is the second time I've come to Israel, the first time being on a Jewish sponsored trip called Birthright. On Birthright trips, the leaders explain to us that…

Experiencing the Old City

Today's blog post comes from Valparaiso University Law Student Caitlan R.... Exploring new cities, countries, and cultures has always been fascinating and fun. I have traveled all around the world, but having the opportunity to travel to…

Comparing Conflicts

Today's blog post comes from Valparaiso University Law Student Sha'na H... During our first day of class at Shaari Mishpat College, we discussed Zionism and the tension between Israelis and Palestinians. Honestly speaking, I was not aware…

Day One – Exploring the Old City

Today's blog post comes from Valparaiso University Law Student Maison H...   When I first heard Valpo was going to offer a study abroad trip to Israel, I knew it was something I had to do. The idea of being able to see the places…