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University at Albany
Campus Information
School Website: University at Albany
Address: 1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY   12222
USA

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Phone Numbers: Office: (518) 442-3300
Office Fax:
Public/Private: Public
Commuter Campus? No
Enrollment:
Undergraduate: 13100
Graduate: 4900
Jewish Enrollment:
Undergraduate: 3500
Graduate: 1800
Approximate number of Jewish Studies courses: 20
Jewish Studies Major or Minor: Minor
University has program in Israel: Yes
Religious Services: On Campus
Kosher Food Available on Campus: Yes
US Region: Northeast


Hillel Information
Hillel Name: University at Albany Hillel
Hillel Website: University at Albany Hillel
Hillel Campus Address: Chapel House 1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12222
USA
Phone Numbers: Office: (518) 489-8573 ext. 24
Office Fax: (518) 489-8975
This Hillel has its own building: No
Hillel Staff: Rabbi Naomi Manon
Executive Director/Campus Rabbi
nmanon@albany.edu
Office Phone: (518) 489-8573 ext. 24
Office Fax: (518) 489-8975

The following groups offer activities on this campus:
Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority
Alpha Epsilon Pi (AEPi) Fraternity and Foundation
American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC)
Betar/Tagar USA
College Democrats of America (CDA)
College Republican National Committee (CRNC)
Hamagshimim
KESHER/Union for Reform Judaism
KOACH-The Center for Conservative Judaism on Campus
Sigma Delta Tau Sorority
Zeta Beta Tau (ZBT) Fraternity and Foundation
Hillel offers activities in the following areas and for these groups:
Academic area (undergraduates)
Athletic/sports
Birthright Israel Alumni
Business school students
Campus leaders
Career/Internships
Community service/social action
Conservative movement
Dorm/residential halls
First-year students
Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender
Graduate Students (general arts & sciences)
Greeks
Holocaust
Israel
Israeli/folk dance
Jewish Holidays
Jewish learning/education
Journalism & media
Law students
Medical students
Orthodox students
Reform Students

Hillel offers the following religious services:
Conservative/Egalitarian
Orthodox (Carlebach style)
Reform
Other


Kosher meals are offered:
Full Kosher Plan (14-21 meals weekly)

Campus Profile:

Hillel is one of the largest and most exciting student organizations at UAlbany. With a dedicated staff and exceptional student leadership, Hillel is an integral part of the UAlbany campus community. Hillel`s many different student groups and initiatives offer a wealth of resources and events to enrich our students` social, cultural, educational, religious, and political lives. UAlbany Hillel is an organization that is dedicated to empowering students to develop strong Jewish identities through creative self-expression. Our community is built on a foundation of pluralism and celebrated diversity. At UAlbany Hillel we encourage students to bring innovative ideas and new visions to Jewish campus life. Jewish life at UAlbany covers a broad spectrum of student interests and needs. We host Shabbat services and dinners, bring students to Israel, host social events, and offer community service opportunities. We also provide a variety of Jewish learning, leadership, and networking opportunities. UAlbany Hillel encourages students to take advantage of the unique opportunities and events in the Capital District. We also offer informal counseling and conversations with Hillel staff.

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