UF Hillel Commemorates Three Years Since October 7th
University of Rochester Hillel Breaks Ground on New Jewish Student Center
Hillels Across North America Mark Three Years Since October 7th
Thousands of Jewish students at Hillels across North America marked three years since the October 7th attacks with vigils, exhibitions, art projects, speakers, and opportunities for reflection. At Hillel of Buffalo, students participated in a remembrance gathering and heard from Nova Festival survivor Atir Vinnikov, while University at Albany Hillel created a “Wings of Hope” art installation honoring those killed at Kfar Aza. Other Hillels, including University of Chicago, Penn State, and SLO Hillel, hosted campus-wide programs that shared the stories of those affected by October 7th and created space for students to find support and comfort.
Students Find New Perspectives on Israel Through Birthright
Hillel Rio Brings Hundreds Together for Sukkot
Op-Ed: Cultivating Lifelong Learning Through Israel Education
UMD Student Testifies About Campus Antisemitism at Federal Hearing
University of Maryland student Gabi Stern testified before the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights about antisemitism on college campuses, sharing concerns that Jewish students do not always feel represented or protected. Stern’s testimony highlighted the timing of a BDS resolution that passed at the university on Yom Kippur, making it difficult for the Jewish community to participate in the voting process. “It just feels like that was kind of a deliberate attempt to exclude us from the representative process,” he said.
Former and Current GW Students Testify on University’s Handling of Campus Antisemitism
In testimony before the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, two George Washington University (GW) students and an alum recounted their experiences with antisemitism on campus, detailing anti-Israel comments from faculty and a lack of administrative action that they say made Jewish students feel unsafe – urging greater accountability from the university. In response, a university spokesperson said GW condemns antisemitism in the “strongest terms” and cited steps taken to strengthen policies.
Vanderbilt Opens Inquiry After Lecturer Presents Math Problem About Israeli Territorial Control
Vanderbilt University says it launched a formal inquiry after a mathematics instructor used a class example framing Israeli control of certain land as a calculus problem, prompting criticism for allegedly injecting bias into the lesson. The university removed the question from course materials and says it is reviewing the matter under its professional‑conduct policies.
Texas Hillel Summit Builds Connections and Student Leadership Skills
More than 130 Jewish college students from universities across Texas spent a weekend at Texas A&M building friendships, celebrating Shabbat, and diving into conversations about Jewish identity and campus life. The Summit featured student-led learning, a keynote by author and former White House speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz, and community events like Havdalah and a Texas-style rodeo night. Students returned to campus with a stronger sense of belonging in their statewide Jewish community.
Jewish Students Report Harassment Near DePaul University
Jewish college students say a group confronted and harassed them during a Hillel-affiliated gathering at a café near DePaul University in Chicago, with students and witnesses reporting chants, intimidation, and a physical altercation. Chicago police and the university launched investigations into the incident, with the café denying the accusations and saying it does not tolerate bullying or discrimination.
AJC’s State of Antisemitism Report 2025 Finds Four in 10 Jewish College Students Report Experiencing Antisemitism
American Jewish Committee (AJC) and Hillel International released new data showing that 42% of Jewish college students report experiencing antisemitism on campus, yet remain deeply involved in Jewish life and leadership. Adam Lehman, president and CEO of Hillel International, said that even amid harassment, Jewish students “are working to make their campuses the kind of places that they believe they deserve.”