The World Has Changed

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“You probably shouldn’t put that on your resume,” my college advisor told me. I wasn’t sure what she was talking about. “That you minored in Jewish studies,” she added. I still didn’t understand. “Well, some jobs might not hire you because of it.” I couldn’t believe my ears. “The truth is, I’m not sure I’d want to work anywhere that wouldn’t hire me because I’m Jewish,” I told her. I remember exactly how I felt at that moment. It was as if my whole college career and all the welcoming, inclusive experiences I’d had for the last four years were a lie. 

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