Harvard Seeks Dismissal of Federal Antisemitism Lawsuit
Aasia Gabbour Builds Community for Asian-Jewish Students at NYU Hillel
UCLA Task Force Calls for Stronger Enforcement on Campus Antisemitism
Hillel Centers Student Leadership Amid Rising Antisemitism
In a recent interview with the Cleveland Jewish News, Hillel International President and CEO Adam Lehman shared that Hillel is expanding leadership development and community-building programs for students as campuses continue to confront antisemitism. He said the most effective response to anti-Jewish hate is “creating opportunities for Jewish joy, purpose and meaning through… pluralistic, inclusive communities.”
Hillel International Student Cabinet Co-Chair Reflects on Four Years at Maryland Hillel
Houston Hillel Launches Campaign To Renovate Jewish Student Center
Opinion: Hillel Ontario Responds to Rising Antisemitism with Expanded Support
Opinion: Jewish American Heritage Month Led Me Back to My Jewish Identity
Ahead of Jewish American Heritage Month, Marquette University student and Hillel International intern Rebecca Brumer reflects on how her connection to Judaism shifted following the October 7 attacks, leading her to seek out and engage with her campus Hillel. Her experience highlights how small Jewish communities on campus can foster identity, leadership, and belonging.
USC Community Gathers for Jewish American Heritage Month Celebration
The University of Southern California hosted its first Jewish American Heritage Month celebration, bringing together students, faculty and community members for remarks, music, and refreshments. Speakers included Provost Andrew Guzman, who celebrated the richness of Jewish campus life, including the vibrant community at Hillel. The program also featured student performances, including an original instrumental piece, and marked the start of an annual campus observance.
Jewish Theological Seminary Names Rabbi Mike Uram as Next Chancellor
The Jewish Theological Seminary named Rabbi Mike Uram as its next chancellor, succeeding Dr. Shuly Rubin Schwartz at the end of the academic year. Uram, currently chief Jewish learning officer at the Jewish Federations of North America, previously worked for more than 16 years at the University of Pennsylvania Hillel and has pioneered multiple Jewish education initiatives. On social media, Adam Lehman, president and CEO of Hillel International congratulated Rabbi Uram, saying, “Mazel Tov to Rabbi Mike Uram on being appointed the next Chancellor of the Jewish Theological Seminary! Based on his 11 years as an inspiring and innovative Hillel leader, I’m confident Mike will bring the bold vision and entrepreneurial spirit JTS needs at this critical moment in its storied history.”
Dartmouth Hillel Hosts Inaugural Ivy League Jewish Leadership Conference
Earlier this month, Hillel at Dartmouth brought together 85 student leaders from seven Ivy League institutions for the Ivy League Jewish Leadership Conference, held over four days. Programming included panels, facilitated conversations, and workshops focused on Jewish identity on campus, leadership development, and navigating campus life after October 7th. Students also participated in cohort-building activities designed to encourage collaboration and relationship-building across schools.
Touro University Launches Institute To Address Antisemitism On College Campuses
Touro University announced a new institute focused on combating antisemitism in higher education through research, trainings and other convenings, and policy initiatives. Their multi-pronged approach will include work with professors at universities nationwide, as well as leaders across academia, policy, law, media, and business to develop new strategies, study existing laws, and investigate the impact of antisemitism so discourse is grounded in evidence. “We believe that lasting change requires working on multiple fronts simultaneously, because antisemitism is not a single problem with a single solution,” said Touro University President Dr. Alan Kadish.
NFL Leaders Encourage Black And Jewish Students To Build Connections Through Unity Event
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, New England Patriots Owner Robert Kraft, and two-time Super Bowl champion Charlie Batch joined Black, Jewish, and Black and Jewish student leaders in Pittsburgh for a Unity Dinner focused on dialogue, leadership, and relationship-building. The event, hosted in partnership by Blue Square Alliance Against Hate, Hillel International, UNCF, the NFL, and the Pittsburgh Steelers, was timed with the NFL draft and included a fireside chat, shared dinner, and facilitated discussions. A follow-up event also gave participants the opportunity to visit the site of the rebuilding of the Tree of Life synagogue, where they reflected on the 2018 attack and its impact on the Pittsburgh Jewish community.