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The Black-Jewish Unity Dinner Series, hosted in partnership with Hillel International, Blue Square Alliance Against Hate, and UNCF, brought students from North Carolina colleges together for a gathering aimed at creating dialogue and confronting antisemitism and racism on campus. Over a shared meal, Black, Jewish, and Black and Jewish students discussed their identities and experiences, built relationships, and explored ways to address hate.

Hundreds of students gathered at the University of Central Florida’s Memory Mall for a block party celebrating Jewish and Israeli culture. The event, hosted by UCF Hillel, featured food, music, games, and cultural activities designed to introduce students to Jewish traditions.

Hillel Jewish University Center of Pittsburgh (JUC) launched a five-week program called Inside Israel, bringing together students from the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University for dinner and discussion about Israel’s politics, society, and regional dynamics. Led by University of Pittsburgh students Eden Brunner and Tamar Franbuch, the program encourages participants to explore complex issues and engage with different perspectives in a respectful setting.

Hillel International staff joined more than 3,500 Jewish teens from over 60 countries at the annual BBYO International Convention in Philadelphia. Over the course of four days, Hillel staff connected with students and introduced them to resources like Hillel International’s Virtual College Prep Series, scholarships for incoming students, and the College Decision Hub to help them prepare for college. Adam Lehman, president and CEO of Hillel International, said it was “great to see the awesome Jewish joy and pride on display.”

Jewish college students recently traveled to Wisconsin for a student advocacy summit where they met with state legislators, a state supreme court justice, and Jewish community leaders to sharpen leadership skills, practice strategic communication, and craft action plans for addressing issues on campus. 

Hillel International’s Black-Jewish Unity Dinners series, in partnership with Blue Square Alliance Against Hate and UNCF, recently returned to Baltimore, bringing together Black, Jewish, and Black and Jewish students from local colleges and universities. The evening focused on conversation over a shared meal, encouraging students to learn about the history of Black-Jewish relationships, build new connections, and confront antisemitism and racism. Organizers hope the event will spark stronger relationships and continued collaboration between the two communities.