Ilana Weltman
About Ilana Weltman
Ilana Weltman serves as the Co-Director of the Fellowship & Summer Institute on Antisemitism & Jewish Inclusion at The George Washington University. With a background in Holocaust education and Jewish studies, she has held various teaching and administrative roles in educational institutions across the United States since 2009.
Work at The George Washington University
Ilana Weltman serves as Program Manager for Experiential Jewish Education and Israel Education Graduate Programs at The George Washington University since 2016. In addition, she has been an instructor for Holocaust Education and Contemporary Antisemitism since 2017. In 2022, she took on the role of Co-Director for the Fellowship & Summer Institute on Antisemitism & Jewish Inclusion. Her work focuses on enhancing educational programs related to Jewish history and contemporary issues.
Education and Expertise
Ilana Weltman is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, specializing in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Holocaust Education and History. She holds a Master's degree in Education and Jewish Studies from New York University, where she concentrated on Holocaust Education. Additionally, she has a Graduate Certificate in Creativity from The George Washington University School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication/Business from Michigan State University.
Background
Ilana Weltman has a diverse background in education, having worked in various academic institutions. Prior to her current roles, she was a U.S. History Instructor focusing on Holocaust History at Dallas College from 2013 to 2021. She has also served as an Adjunct Instructor in Government at Georgetown University and as a Judaic Studies Instructor at the University of North Texas. Her experience includes working as a Gallery Educator at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York.
Achievements
Ilana Weltman's contributions to Holocaust education and Jewish studies span over a decade. She has developed and managed educational programs aimed at promoting understanding of antisemitism and Jewish inclusion. Her leadership roles in various educational initiatives reflect her commitment to enhancing awareness and education on these critical topics within academic settings.