University of Michigan Apologizes After Faculty Member’s Divisive Commencement Speech
Swarthmore College Reports Hundreds of Acts of Vandalism from Anti-Israel Protestors
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.
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Federal Court Pauses Ruling Requiring Penn To Turn Over List of Jewish Students, Faculty
NFL Leaders Encourage Black And Jewish Students To Build Connections Through Unity Event
Duke University Students Host Passover Seders Across Campus
At Duke University, students organized Passover seders and communal meals across campus, with programming supported through Jewish organizations including Hillel and Chabad. These events brought together students from a range of backgrounds to participate in traditional Passover rituals and gatherings designed to encourage community engagement.
Jewish Leaders Raise Concerns Over U.S. Senate Candidate’s Involvement With Hasan Piker
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s decision to campaign with controversial public figure Hasan Piker has prompted criticism from Jewish leaders, who cite Piker’s past antisemitic statements about Israel, 9/11, and Jewish communities. Michigan State University Hillel expressed strong concern over Piker’s planned campus appearance, describing it as deeply troubling.
Hillel JUC Celebrates 25 Years As a Home Away From Home
Hillel Jewish University Center (JUC) in Pittsburgh marked its 25th anniversary with a celebration recognizing its integral role in Jewish campus life across the city. Students, alumni, and staff reflected on the organization’s history of programming and community-building, describing it as a “home away from home” for Jewish students.
Montreal College Cancels Holocaust Commemoration, Cites Security Concerns
Vanier College in Montreal canceled a planned Holocaust commemoration event, citing safety concerns “based on information the school received.” College representatives say they intend to reschedule the program. Members of the Jewish community who were critical of the cancellation emphasized the importance of preserving opportunities for remembrance and survivor testimony. In response, the college has reaffirmed its commitment to Holocaust education and campus dialogue.
Federal Judge Orders University of Pennsylvania to to Comply with Subpoena Seeking List of Jewish Students, Faculty, and Staff
A federal judge directed the University of Pennsylvania to provide the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission with names and contact information of Jewish students, faculty, and staff. The university opposed the subpoena, citing privacy and constitutional concerns. The order comes amid a federal investigation into antisemitism on campus.
Ohio University Students Celebrate Passover Through Hillel Campus Traditions
Hillel at Ohio University (OU Hillel) and Ohio State University Hillel (OSU Hillel) are helping students stay connected to their Jewish identity through Passover traditions that blend religious observance with campus life. Executive Director Juli Goodman of OU Hillel emphasized that these events reflect Hillel’s student-driven approach: “Hillel really is the welcome center for the Jewish community. We want to let students try out different aspects of their identity and be comfortable in it.”