Hasia R Diner
Hasia R. Diner is a Professor of Hebrew and Judaic Studies and History at New York University, where she also serves as the Paul S. and Sylvia Steinberg Professor of American Jewish History. She has a deep expertise in immigration history, American Jewish history, and the history of American women. Diner has authored numerous books that explore the Jewish experience in the United States, including her work on the ways American Jews have remembered the Holocaust.
Her scholarship often focuses on the intersection of American and Jewish history, examining how Jewish immigrants and their descendants have shaped and been shaped by the broader American culture. Diner's work is noted for its insightful analysis of identity, memory, and cultural adaptation. Her book 'We Remember with Reverence and Love' challenges prevailing notions about American Jewish post-Holocaust silence, arguing instead that American Jews were actively engaged in commemorating the Holocaust from an early date.
Diner's academic contributions have been recognized with various awards and honors. She is a frequent speaker at academic conferences and public events, where she discusses the nuances of Jewish history and its ongoing impact on contemporary issues. Her work not only contributes to historical scholarship but also influences the broader discussions on memory, identity, and the responsibilities of history.