Michigan Hillel Celebrates 100 Years of Jewish Student Life and Community
Columbia University Reaches Settlement in Antisemitism Lawsuit
Students from North Carolina Universities Gather at Black-Jewish Unity Dinner
Hillel’s Student Leadership Passport Brings Student Voices to “Never Is Now” Summit
Hillel International’s Student Leadership Passport program brought over 60 Jewish student leaders from around the world to ADL’s annual “Never Is Now” summit, a gathering that included four thousand attendees focused on combating antisemitism. The Leadership Passport offers students access to major Jewish communal spaces, where they share firsthand campus experiences and engage in conversations about the future of Jewish life.
Maryville University Hillel Brings on New Leader
San Jose State Investigates Graffiti Calling for Eradication of Jews
Stanford Students Compete for $30,000 in Hillel Social Impact Startup Competition
Grinspoon Hillel at Cornell Begins Construction on New Jewish Student Center
Speaker at NYC Public College Event Raises Antisemitism Concerns
Tufts Hillel Celebrates Dedication of Two New Torah Scrolls
UCLA Hillel Brings Students and Leaders Together to Celebrate Resilience
UCLA Hillel was joined by guests including Chancellor Julio Frenk, Distinguished Professor Stuart Gabriel, and assembly member Jesse Gabriel for a “Celebration of Jewish Resilience” program. The event focused on defining resilience as a proactive pursuit of visibility rather than quiet endurance, specifically addressing the rise in campus antisemitism since October 7. Speakers highlighted the roles of Hillel, university leadership, and student advocacy in building visible, supported Jewish communities.
Penn State Hillel Names Robyn Markowitz Lawler as New Executive Director
Penn State Hillel named Robyn Markowitz Lawler, a longtime Jewish communal leader who has worked at the school since 2019, as executive director. She will support Jewish life for roughly five thousand Jewish students at Penn State and lead efforts to expand engagement and community on campus.
UNL Student Senate Passes Broad Weapons Divestment Bill After Removing Specific Mentions of Israel
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL) student government passed a resolution urging the university to divest from weapons manufacturers. The measure was approved only after language singling out Israel was removed, ensuring the focus remained on broader ethical concerns. Interim Chancellor Katherine Ankerson emphasized that student organizations do not represent UNL’s official positions and that the Board of Regents retains final authority over university policy.
Celebrating Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month by Embracing Complex Identities
Ling DeBellis, a Jewish graduate student at Rice University, writes about celebrating Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month by embracing all facets of her identity while finding community and belonging at Hillel.
Deni Avdija Earns Spot in 2026 NBA All-Star Game
Deni Avdija secured his place in NBA history after coaches selected him as a Western Conference reserve for the 2026 All-Star Game. His standout season with the Portland Trail Blazers helped him become the first Israeli player ever named an NBA All-Star.
University of Washington Mandates Civil Rights Training After Federal Antisemitism Review
The University of Washington now requires all staff and students to complete a civil rights training program as part of a voluntary university agreement with the federal government. The agreement followed a federal probe into allegations of “unchecked antisemitism” on campus.