This multi-page brochure announces and provides details for the 15th Annual Holocaust Art & Writing Contest, organized by Chapman University and its affiliated centers, including the Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education. The contest invites students from middle and high schools to submit original works of art, film, or writing based on Holocaust survivor testimonies. The document outlines the contest rules, submission guidelines, prizes (including a study trip to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C.), and the awards ceremony scheduled for March 7, 2014. It emphasizes the theme "Memories Spoken and Heard: Intersecting Perspectives of the Holocaust," exploring how oral testimony shapes understanding and memory of the Holocaust. The background section discusses the importance of survivor testimonies, referencing the story of Oskar Schindler, Leopold and Ludmila Page, Thomas Keneally's novel 'Schindler's List', and Steven Spielberg's film adaptation as examples of how memory is transmitted and interpreted. The brochure also lists various sponsors, partners, and contributors to the event, providing contact information for inquiries and submissions.

This document is a program for the 16th Annual Holocaust Art & Writing Contest, an event presented by Chapman University and The 1939 Society, with its awards ceremony held on March 6, 2015. The program details the contest's theme, "From Discovery to Action: Making Meaning from Memory," and acknowledges various sponsors, partners, and individuals involved as speakers and judges. It also includes information on a related "Evening of Holocaust Remembrance" held on April 16, 2015, which commemorated the 70th Anniversary of Liberation. A significant portion of the program features student artwork and a detailed biography of Holocaust survivor Jack Pariser, highlighting his remarkable story of survival during the Holocaust. Additionally, the program lists the numerous middle and high schools from across the United States and one from China that participated in the contest. The document serves as a comprehensive record of the event, its participants, and its educational mission.

This document is an invitation to the 1997 Eisenhower Leadership Prize Dinner. The annual award, presented by The Eisenhower World Affairs Institute and Gettysburg College, honors individuals whose accomplishments reflect Dwight D. Eisenhower's legacy of integrity and leadership. The 1997 recipient is Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel. The invitation details the event will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 1997, at the International Ballroom of The Washington Hilton in Washington, DC, including a reception, dinner, and dancing to the Miles Stiebel Orchestra. Lt. General Thomas W. Kelly serves as the Dinner Chairman. The document also lists past recipients of the prize, including Lt. General Brent Scowcroft (1992), General Colin L. Powell (1993), The Honorable Lloyd Bentsen (1994), The Honorable Robert J. Dole (1995), and The Honorable George H.W. Bush (1996). A note regarding Department of Defense participation standards is included.

This document is a 2007 membership invitation and form for the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI), addressed to Professor Elie Wiesel. It serves as a "Call to Action" for influential leaders, distinguished officials, non-government leaders, and CEOs to join CGI in addressing global challenges. The brochure outlines the initiative's goals, focusing on areas like energy and climate change, global health, poverty alleviation, and education, encouraging members to make personal commitments. It highlights membership benefits, including participation in the 2007 mid-year and annual meetings in New York City, access to web resources, and commitment support. The document features numerous prominent figures, including Bill Clinton (founder), Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, Bill Gates, and Oprah Winfrey, through images and quotes, emphasizing their involvement and the non-partisan nature of the William J. Clinton Foundation project. The invitation includes a detailed membership form with contact and payment information, demonstrating how CGI catalyzes solutions through global partnerships.

This document profiles the eight recipients of the 2009 National Humanities Medal: Robert A. Caro, Annette Gordon-Reed, David Levering Lewis, William H. McNeill, Philippe de Montebello, Albert H. Small, Theodore C. Sorensen, and Elie Wiesel. Each section details the medalist's significant contributions to the humanities, their background, major works, and lasting impact. Robert A. Caro is recognized for his biographies of Robert Moses and Lyndon B. Johnson, focusing on political power. Annette Gordon-Reed is honored for her groundbreaking work on the Hemings family and Thomas Jefferson, and her contributions to African American history. David Levering Lewis is celebrated for his definitive biographies of W.E.B. Du Bois and his studies on various historical subjects. William H. McNeill is recognized as a pioneer in world history, particularly for "The Rise of the West." Philippe de Montebello is lauded for his three-decade tenure as director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, expanding its collections and public engagement with art. Albert H. Small is acknowledged for his philanthropy and extensive collection of American historical documents, which he has donated to institutions like the University of Virginia Library. Theodore C. Sorensen is celebrated as a pivotal speechwriter for John F. Kennedy, known for crafting inspiring presidential addresses. Finally, Elie Wiesel is honored for his lifelong work as a Holocaust survivor, author of "Night," and advocate for human rights through the Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity and the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum. The document highlights the diverse ways these individuals have deepened the nation's understanding of the humanities.

This document is the program for the 6th International Conference on Jewish Education, held at Bar-Ilan University from December 27-28, 2010. Titled "Challenges in Jewish Education: Jewish Cultural Vitality," the conference agenda includes opening remarks, a series of lectures by prominent academics and public figures, parallel sessions on various topics related to Jewish education, and artistic interludes. Keynote speakers address themes such as the transmission of Jewish Weltanschauung and the challenges to cultural vitality in education. The program also features an art exhibition and musical performances. The second page provides a detailed biography of Dr. Zehavit Gross, the conference chair, outlining her extensive research and contributions to the field of Jewish education and socialization processes.

This document is a colorful greeting card celebrating the 85th birthday of "Professor" Elie Wiesel. The front of the card features large numbers "85" with celebratory designs and text indicating it's a "Milestone AGE BIRTHDAY." The inside of the card contains multiple handwritten messages from various individuals including Chelsea, Joy, Rick, Karen, Leslie, Adrienne, Jurgen, and Bino. Each message expresses warm birthday wishes, congratulations, and appreciation for Professor Wiesel's life and the positive impact he has had on many lives. The card acknowledges the wisdom and experiences gained over eighty-five years.

This two-page document is a flyer promoting upcoming "92Y Talks" events. The main event highlighted is "Elie Wiesel in Conversation with Ted Koppel" on November 21st, which includes a detailed biography of Elie Wiesel, focusing on his Holocaust experiences, activism, and academic career, as well as a brief bio of Ted Koppel. The flyer lists several other talks scheduled for November and December, covering topics such as world politics, compassion, music (an 80th Birthday Celebration of Mike Stoller), the 2012 election, and being pro-Israel in America. It also includes information about 92Y as a non-profit community and cultural center, encouraging engagement and donations, particularly for #GIVINGTUESDAY. The document provides contact information for ticket sales and general inquiries.

This document is a program booklet for an inaugural dinner held on February 24, 2010, at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C. The event honored the 2009 recipients of the National Medal of Arts and the National Humanities Medal. The booklet includes a welcome message from the Co-Chairmen of the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, George Stevens, Jr. and Margo Lion, and outlines the evening's program, featuring toasts, a keynote address by Tony Kushner, and concluding remarks by Mary Schmidt Campbell. Detailed biographies of all 2009 medalists are provided, highlighting their significant contributions across various artistic and humanistic fields. The document also includes a dinner menu and an essay, "The Case for the Arts and Humanities," by Iowa Poet Laureate Marvin Bell, underscoring the importance of these fields to the nation.

This document is a proposal from Boston University's Elie Wiesel Center and College of Arts & Sciences seeking to establish and endow a Distinguished Visiting Professorship in Jewish Thought and Literature. The professorship, envisioned as a permanent faculty chair, aims to reinforce Boston University's role as a leader in Jewish studies and to perpetuate the compelling teaching mission of Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel. The proposal highlights Boston University's distinguished history in Jewish studies and its commitment to academic excellence and diversity. It details the four key components of the endowment: a named visiting professorship, a research fund, a lecture fund, and a graduate research assistantship, for which a total endowment of $7 million is sought. The initiative is designed to attract world-class scholars, enrich Jewish studies education and research, and expand the intellectual and cultural impact of the Wiesel Center within the university and the broader community.