UF Hillel Commemorates Three Years Since October 7th
University of Rochester Hillel Breaks Ground on New Jewish Student Center
Hillels Across North America Mark Three Years Since October 7th
Thousands of Jewish students at Hillels across North America marked three years since the October 7th attacks with vigils, exhibitions, art projects, speakers, and opportunities for reflection. At Hillel of Buffalo, students participated in a remembrance gathering and heard from Nova Festival survivor Atir Vinnikov, while University at Albany Hillel created a “Wings of Hope” art installation honoring those killed at Kfar Aza. Other Hillels, including University of Chicago, Penn State, and SLO Hillel, hosted campus-wide programs that shared the stories of those affected by October 7th and created space for students to find support and comfort.
Students Find New Perspectives on Israel Through Birthright
Hillel Rio Brings Hundreds Together for Sukkot
Op-Ed: Cultivating Lifelong Learning Through Israel Education
KU Hillel to Celebrate 21 years with Rock Chalk Shabbat
University of Kansas Hillel will celebrate the 21st annual Rock Chalk Shabbat this fall, honoring the thousands of Jewish students, alumni, and community members who have made its signature campus Shabbat dinner possible over the years. “Rock Chalk Shabbat is so much more than inviting our local community to an on-campus Shabbat experience. It’s a chance to embrace the entire KU Hillel ecosystem, gathering students, alumni, parents and Jewish Jayhawks everywhere and reflect on what makes this community unique,” said KU Hillel Executive Director Ethan Helfand.
Reed College Settles Title VI Antisemitism Investigation
Reed College reached a settlement with the Anti-Defamation League and the Louis D. Brandeis Center over Title VI antisemitism complaints filed by two former students. Under the agreement, the college will update its discrimination policy to state that “targeting Jews based on their Zionist identity” constitutes discrimination, appoint a Title VI coordinator, provide antisemitism training, and hire an independent consultant to monitor compliance.
Hillel International’s New Student Cabinet to Help Shape Jewish Campus Life
Hillel International introduced its 2026-27 Student Cabinet, made up of 20 student leaders from across the United States, Canada, Israel, South America, and Poland to help guide critical conversations about Jewish life on campus. “We depend on the valuable insights and reflections from our Student Cabinet leaders, and we’re very excited to work with this new cohort of Student Cabinet members in the year ahead,” said Hillel International President and CEO Adam Lehman. This year’s incoming co-chairs are Rachel Lennard of the University of Oregon and Ben Small of the University of Pennsylvania.
University of Pittsburgh Releases Final Report on Combating Antisemitism
The University of Pittsburgh’s Working Group on Antisemitism published its final report, offering actionable steps to address antisemitism across five areas. These include recommendations on institutional policies, incident response, and campus training, as well as formalizing the university’s consultation with external local Jewish leaders.
New Hillel Milwaukee Director Prioritizes Safety and Stronger Student Connections
Steven Resnick is bringing a relationship-first approach to Hillel Milwaukee, drawing on successful initiatives that strengthened trust between Jewish students and campus police in his previous work at Florida International University. He hopes to build a welcoming, secure community where students feel connected, supported, and empowered to engage in Jewish life.
Marcus Foundation Invests $27 Million to Strengthen Jewish Campus Life
The Marcus Foundation committed $27 million over three years to support Hillel International’s professional talent development, chapter growth, and student leadership initiatives. The investment will help expand resources for Hillel professionals and empower the next generation of Jewish campus leaders.