The Untold Truth Of The Forgotten Women Refugee Scientists Of WWII
By Francesca Coppola/Feb. 23, 2021 11:25 am EDT
When Jewish refugees came to the United States during World War II, history often repeats such famous names as Albert Einstein, Enrico Fermi, and Hannah Arendt. But they were not the only intellectuals who attempted to flee Nazi-dominated Europe. Hundreds of other scholars and professors tried.
Among them were several highly qualified women scientists who looked to American universities to find a safe haven where they could continue to pursue their careers. In spite of their academic achievements, they encountered many obstacles, and their journeys were often arduous during a time when leaving Europe was becoming increasingly difficult.
Inside A Jewish Book Discussion Group By Betsy Groban | Jan 26, 2021
Marie Ariel is a politically involved book lover, former librarian, and co-chair of the Boston Workers Circle (BWC) Book Discussion Group. The Workers Circle for Jewish Culture and Social Justice is a 120-year-old, progressive, secular, multigenerational community, as well as an arts and culture center where Jewish identity is rooted in cultural heritage and the pursuit of a better world. This book group has flourished during the pandemic.
How long have you been involved with the Boston Workers’ Circle Book Discussion Group?
I joined in 2003 because at the time I questioned why I considered myself Jewish since I wasn’t at all religious. Since then, in the monthly (except for July & August) book group I’ve read 10 books a year about the Jewish experience; those 170 books have answered my question.
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