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Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle — Feb. 6, 2025

Hillel JUC of Pittsburgh’s “Inside Israel” Program Offers Innovative Approach to Israel Education

Hillel Jewish University Center, which serves students in Pittsburgh, recently launched “Inside Israel,” a program at the University of Pittsburgh that brings together 20 college students for weekly, student-led discussions on Israel and international current events. Through engaging with materials such as podcasts, opinion articles, and news reports, participants explore diverse perspectives while strengthening their critical thinking skills and encouraging open dialogue on complex global issues.

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Hillel International — Feb. 5, 2025

Hillel International Campus Climate Initiative to Combat Antisemitism Expands to More Than 100 Schools

Hillel International launched the sixth cohort of its Campus Climate Initiative (CCI), which includes more than 100 colleges and universities nationwide. The groundbreaking Campus Climate Initiative program is designed to equip campus administrators with a comprehensive strategy to combat antisemitism and foster a campus environment where Jewish students can confidently express their identity.

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UNLV Today — Feb. 4, 2025

UNLV Partners with Hillel International to Combat Antisemitism and Support Jewish Students

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is one of 18 colleges and universities to join the sixth cohort of Hillel International’s Campus Climate Initiative (CCI) to address antisemitism on campus and support Jewish students. The partnership aims to equip administrators with strategies to create a safer and more inclusive environment for Jewish students and all students.

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CBS News — Feb. 4, 2025

Education Department Launches Investigation into Antisemitism at Five Universities

The U.S. Department of Education launched investigations into five universities — Columbia University, Northwestern University, University of California, Berkeley, the University of Minnesota, and Portland State University — following reports of widespread antisemitic harassment on those campuses. These investigations come amidst the largest spike in antisemitism on college campuses on record.. The announcement comes one week after the White House issued an executive order calling for stronger action against antisemitism on college campuses.

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Times of Israel — Feb. 1, 2025

University of Michigan Suspends Campus SJP Chapter For Violations of University Conduct Policies

The University of Michigan suspended its chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), known at Michigan as Students Allied for Freedom and Equality (SAFE), for two years in response to repeated violations of school policies. The suspension follows allegations that the group broke university rules regarding harassment and student safety during protests and rallies, including an unauthorized protest at the home of a university regent.

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ABC6 — Feb. 1, 2025

Bipartisan Commission to Study Rising Campus Antisemitism

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will investigate antisemitism on college campuses and provide recommendations to Congress on effective strategies to address the issue. A recent study from Hillel International and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) shows that over 83% of college students say they have either witnessed or experienced antisemitism on campus since October 7, 2023.

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