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
Marcus Foundation’s $27 Million Investment Expands Hillel Leadership Development
The Marcus Foundation announced a three-year, $27 million investment in Hillel International’s professional and student leadership development. This gift will support training, career development programs, and initiatives designed to strengthen the skills and retention of campus professionals who engage and support Jewish students. The investment builds on the Marcus Foundation’s longstanding partnership with Hillel, continuing a “transformational relationship with the foundation,” according to Hillel International President and CEO Adam Lehman.
Hillel Director Receives Cleveland Jewish News “12 Under 36” Award
Director of Oberlin Hillel Yaffa Mulhbaum is a 2026 Cleveland Jewish News “12 Under 36: Members of the Tribe” award winner. This honor recognizes young Jewish professionals and community leaders in the Cleveland area who excel in their careers, provide meaningful service to others, and show a deep commitment to Jewish life. The selected individuals represent diverse fields such as education, healthcare, and nonprofit leadership.
ASU Hillel Receives $10 Million Gift for New Jewish Student Center
Arizona State University Hillel received a $10 million gift from the Levine Family Foundation to support construction of a new Jewish student center. The donation marks the largest gift in the organization’s history and advances an ongoing effort to expand space for Jewish student life, programming, and community at Arizona State University.
Opinion: Support for a Binational State Doesn’t Always Signal Anti-Zionism Among Jewish Young Adults
In a recent opinion piece, Rabbi Seth Winberg, executive director of Hillel at Brandeis, argues that growing support among some Jewish-American young adults for a binational Israeli-Palestinian state reflects a range of views rather than a rejection of Zionism. He cites data showing that many Jewish young adults remain connected to their Jewish identity and Israel while expressing uncertainty about traditional political frameworks and the future of the conflict.
Hillel Professionals Share How Mentorship Strengthens Student Communities
Three Hillel professionals shared how relationships with colleagues across the Hillel movement are shaping their careers and strengthening the way they support students. After being connected as thought partners four years ago, the group built a network for collaboration, feedback, and shared learning that helped them navigate challenges and develop new approaches to campus engagement. Their experiences show how investing in Hillel professionals creates stronger support systems for Jewish students and campus communities.
Recent Graduates Turn From Student Leadership to Careers at Hillel
Through Hillel International’s Leadership Passport program, more than 200 student leaders have connected with national Jewish organizations, explored careers in Jewish communal life, and built leadership skills beyond their campuses. For recent graduates like Jacob Rathkopf, Lilly Chavez, and Kylie Miller, those experiences inspired them to continue creating Jewish community as new Hillel professionals, particularly through programs like the Springboard Fellowship and IACT. Their work this fall will focus on supporting Jewish students by offering opportunities for them to participate in meaningful Jewish experiences on campus.