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Hillel International — Feb 11, 2025

Sharing Symbols of Jewish Resilience Across University of California Campuses

Through Hillel International’s Israel Leadership Network, a group of 30 Jewish student leaders from all eight University of California system campuses came together to simultaneously share powerful symbols of Jewish pride and resilience, including the Star of David, the menorah, and the shofar. Combining physical exhibits and a digital Unity Wall, the initiative celebrated Jewish identity, strength, and community.

Washington Jewish Week — Jan 22, 2025

George Mason University Debuts First Kosher Restaurant in Northern Virginia

George Mason University (GMU) has officially opened “The Mason Mensch”, the only kosher restaurant in Northern Virginia. A partnership between George Mason Hillel and Chabad at GMU, the restaurant’s opening marks a significant step towards making kosher food available to students and the wider Northern Virginia Jewish community.

Duke Today — Jan 22, 2025

Jewish Life at Duke (Duke Hillel) Wins 2024-2025 University Presidential Award

Jewish Life at Duke, the university’s Hillel, received the 2024-2025 Duke Presidential Award for significant contributions to the campus community. Hillel’s “Antisemitism 101” training for faculty and staff was a standout initiative, recognized for its impact in creating a more inclusive campus.

Hillel International — Jan 6, 2025

A Dose of Jewish Joy: Hillel Students Around the World Put Their Spin on Celebrating Hanukkah

Just before Winter Break, Jewish students at hundreds of college campuses came together at their Hillels to celebrate the Festival of Lights in some fun and creative ways.

Hillel International — Dec 23, 2024

Connecting with Judaism for the First Time During Hanukkah

Growing up, Skylar Strudwick had never lit Shabbat candles or celebrated Hanukkah. But that all changed when she discovered her Jewish identity after finding her grandmother’s diary two years ago. Through Minnesota Hillel, Skylar learned about the beauty of Jewish traditions, community, and resilience – especially during her first Hanukkah!

JTA — Dec 16, 2024

Israeli Player Yaniv Bazini Leads University of Vermont to First-Ever NCAA Soccer Championship

Israeli soccer player Yaniv Bazini led the University of Vermont to its first-ever national title in men’s soccer. Now Bazini, who recites the Shema before each game, hopes to be drafted to the MLS, America’s professional soccer league.