Hillel’s Israel Leadership Network Focuses on Strengthening Israel Engagement on Campus
Columbus Israeli Folk Dance Group Begins New Chapter
More Than 150 People Gather for Shabbat in Support of Oregon Hillel
More than 150 students, university administrators, elected officials, faith leaders, and community members gathered at the University of Oregon Hillel for a Shabbat celebrating Jewish community and resilience. The gathering came after antisemitic flyers were posted around campus targeting Hillel’s Executive Director Lenny Steinberg and calling for Hillel’s removal from campus. Oregon leaders, including U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, Rep. Val Hoyle, and University President John Karl Scholz, joined students to show their support for Jewish life on campus.
Hillels Across North America Mark Three Years Since October 7th
Flyers Posted on Campus Target Oregon Hillel Executive Director
University of Rochester Hillel Breaks Ground on New Jewish Student Center
American University Launches $7 Million Campaign to Expand Jewish Student Life at AU Hillel
American University (AU) and AU Hillel announced a joint campaign to raise $7 million to provide AU Hillel with a fully renovated building including dedicated meeting and activity spaces, a student lounge, and staff offices. The initiative reflects AU’s efforts to enhance support for its Jewish community and Jewish students.
Passing the Torch: Hillel Student Leader Reflects on Building Community at University of Miami
Abi Schcolnik, a senior at the University of Miami and outgoing co-chair of the Hillel International Student Cabinet, shared how she helped grow the Jewish community on campus. During her time on campus, Abi expanded Shabbat dinners, collaborated with university administrators to combat antisemitism, and empowered other Jewish students to lead with pride and purpose.
Government Cancels $60 Million in Harvard Grants in Response to Antisemitism Allegations
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services canceled $60 million in federal grants to Harvard University, citing the institution’s failure to adequately address antisemitic harassment and racial discrimination on campus. Harvard denied the allegations and filed a lawsuit against the White House, arguing that the funding cuts threaten crucial research projects and violate federal law.
Virginia Governor Issues Executive Order to Address Antisemitism in Schools
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed an executive order directing state education leaders to develop resources to prevent, track, and report antisemitic incidents in Virginia public schools and universities. The order follows reports of 554 antisemitic incidents in Virginia over the past year, with most occurring in educational settings.
Dartmouth Rejects Anti-Israel Divestment Proposal
Dartmouth College’s Advisory Committee on Investor Responsibility unanimously voted against a divestment proposal that targeted companies supplying arms to Israel. The anti-Israel measure failed all five of the College’s criteria for “completeness,” disqualifying it from further consideration.
Israel’s Yuval Raphael Places Second at Eurovision 2025, First in Public Vote
Israeli singer Yuval Raphael secured second place at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, with her song “New Day Will Rise.” A survivor of the Nova music festival massacre, Raphael won the public vote with 297 points but placed 14th in the jury vote, resulting in a second place overall finish.