UMass Amherst Student Brings Jewish Ritual Leadership Back to Campus
Hillel International and Repair the World’s Bridging Service Fellowship Returns for Second Year
New Hillel Director Looks to Build Community at Ithaca College
Hillel International Expands Shabbat Opportunities at 130+ Hillels
This fall, more than 130 Hillels will receive grants to expand Shabbat programming as part of Hillel International’s “Shabbat Surge,” a movement-wide effort to strengthen Shabbat experiences during the first six weeks of the semester. The initiative aims to bring more students together around the Shabbat table and create opportunities for connection and community. “There’s something really special about seeing students who might not otherwise cross paths sitting around the same table, laughing, talking, and creating community together,” said Ben Novorr, director of Jewish student engagement at University of Kansas Hillel.
Welcome Week Brings Jewish Students Together on Campus
Hillel International Welcomes Its 10th Student Cabinet Cohort at Annual Gathering
UC Berkeley Hillel to Celebrate 100 Years of Jewish Student Life
Hillel International Awards More Than $350,000 to Largest-Ever Scholarship Cohort
Targeted gifts to Hillel International will award more than $350,000 in scholarships to 65 Jewish college students this fall, marking the largest cohort in the program’s history. The scholarships recognize academic achievement, community service, Jewish connection, first-generation college enrollment, and financial need, with most awards ranging from $3,000 to $18,000 per year and renewable through graduation. “All Jewish students deserve the opportunity to pursue their ambitions,” said Adam Lehman, president and CEO of Hillel International, adding that he is confident the recipients “will accomplish great things” with the support of these scholarships.
Hillel CEO Adam Lehman Looks Ahead to a New Year of Jewish Joy, Pride, and Leadership
In a new letter, Hillel International President and CEO Adam Lehman looks ahead to the 2026–27 academic year and highlights Hillel’s focus on creating vibrant Jewish communities where students can build connection, express their Jewish identities with pride, and develop as leaders. Lehman points to expanded opportunities for Jewish student engagement, including the growth of fellowships, grants, and new leadership opportunities designed to reach more students across the Hillel movement. He also highlights Hillel’s continued investment in Israel education and experiences, regional leadership gatherings, and programs that help students find Jewish joy and belonging on campus.
Hillel of San Diego Creates Security Fund After Break-In at Jewish Fraternity House
Hillel of San Diego established a security fund to support Jewish students following a break-in at a home shared by UC San Diego AEPi brothers, where vandals spray-painted antisemitic symbols on the walls. Hillel of San Diego CEO Karen Parry committed to raising $15,000 to provide students with home security upgrades, counseling, and other assistance in response to this antisemitic incident.
Tanger Hillel Prepares to Welcome Jewish Students This Fall
Tanger Hillel at Brooklyn College plans to welcome nearly 700 Jewish students through welcome-week events this fall, giving students opportunities to meet peers and build connections ahead of the semester. Planned programming includes a welcome-back, summer camp-themed Shabbat, an open house, and a pizza-making event. Director of Student Experience Sarali Cohen, said “I want every event to help students find a sense of belonging, connect with others, and see Hillel as a place where they can build lasting friendships and community.”
New Hillel at Clemson to Support Growing Jewish Student Community
Hillel at Clemson University will become professionally staffed for the first time this fall, expanding support, programming, and leadership opportunities for an estimated 500 Jewish undergraduate students. Jewish student participation has grown fivefold in recent years, and a generous $430,000 investment from The Leon Levine Foundation will fund the Hillel’s first executive director, initial programming, and student leadership opportunities.
UC San Diego AEPi House Vandalized With Antisemitic Graffiti
A UC San Diego Jewish fraternity house was vandalized with antisemitic graffiti spray-painted on the interior and exterior walls. San Diego police are investigating the incident as a suspected hate crime and vandalism, and are seeking information about the person or people responsible. In a statement, the students’ Alpha Epsilon Pi chapter said, “AEPi will not be silenced or deterred. We remain proud of our Jewish identity and values.” The fraternity also called on the university to bring educational programs to campus focused on combating antisemitism, fostering understanding, and addressing ignorance and hate.