Welcome to today’s interview with Associate Professor David Slucki, the Director of the Australian Centre for Jewish Civilization (ACJC) at Monash University. With a diverse background and extensive expertise in contemporary Jewish life and culture, Prof. Slucki brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.
Before joining Monash University in 2020, Prof. Slucki spent a significant portion of his academic career in the United States. Notably, he held a position at the College of Charleston in South Carolina, where he made valuable contributions to the field of Jewish studies. Today, we have the opportunity to delve into his time in South Carolina and explore the impact it had on his academic journey.
At the ACJC, Prof. Slucki works closely with a wide range of Jewish organizations, fostering collaboration and promoting the understanding of Jewish civilization. His dedication to building meaningful partnerships and his deep commitment to Jewish cultural engagement have made him an invaluable asset within the academic community. In addition to his role at the ACJC, Prof. Slucki serves on the board for Melbourne Jewish Book Week, a prominent event that celebrates Jewish literature and intellectual discourse. This involvement showcases his passion for nurturing Jewish cultural expression and his commitment to fostering a vibrant literary community.
It is worth mentioning that Prof. Slucki’s personal journey has also played a significant role in shaping his academic pursuits. Having grown up heavily involved in SKIF and the Bund, two influential Jewish youth organizations, he brings a unique perspective to his research and teaching.
Furthermore, Prof. Slucki is the author of multiple books:
- Laughter After: Humor and the Holocaust
- Holocaust Memory and Racism in the Postwar World
- The International Jewish Labor Bund after 1945: Toward a Global History
- Sing This at My Funeral: A Memoir of Fathers and Sons
- In the Shadows of Memory: The Holocaust and the Third Generation
- Reconstructing the Old Country: American Jewry in the Post-Holocaust Decades
All of these books can be purchased on Amazon.
Join us as we engage in an enlightening conversation with Prof. David Slucki, where we explore his experiences, insights, and the multifaceted world of contemporary Jewish life and culture.
