Ilana Weltman
About Ilana Weltman
Ilana Weltman is a Project Director and Holocaust Education Instructor with extensive experience in education and communication. She currently teaches U.S. History at Dallas College and leads Holocaust education initiatives at The George Washington University.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Ilana Weltman serves as Project Director and Holocaust Education Instructor at The George Washington University, specifically within the Graduate School of Education and Human Development. She has held this position since 2016, contributing to the development and implementation of educational programs focused on Holocaust education. Her role involves designing curricula and facilitating learning experiences that promote understanding of this significant historical event.
Professional Experience in Education
Weltman has extensive experience in higher education, currently working as a U.S. History Instructor at Dallas College since 2013. She has also held various teaching positions, including Adjunct Instructor at Georgetown University from 2016 to 2018 and Judaic Studies Instructor at the University of North Texas from 2012 to 2014. Her diverse teaching roles reflect her commitment to education and her expertise in history and Judaic studies.
Academic Background and Qualifications
Ilana Weltman earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Business from Michigan State University, studying from 2003 to 2006. She furthered her education at New York University, where she obtained a Master’s degree in Arts and Sciences from 2009 to 2012. Currently, she is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy with a focus on Curriculum and Instruction in Holocaust Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with a minor in Computer Science, expected to complete in 2024.
Previous Roles in Holocaust Education
Weltman has a background in Holocaust education, having worked as a Gallery Educator at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she served as Director of EntryPoint DC at the Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center for nearly a year in 2011-2012. These roles have contributed to her expertise in Holocaust education and community engagement.