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A is for Apple and Happy New Year
Maybe it was learning the alphabet by memorizing ‘A is for Apple’ or the Granny Smiths my mother put in my lunch box, but apples have always reminded me of the first days of school.
Of course they also remind me of Rosh Hashanah and the Days of Awe, that special time of year ushering in the Jewish new year. Usually, I'm just in awe of anyone's ability to withstand my aunt's Jewish apple cake.
So it seems only fitting we usher in a new Hillel Campus Report in time for the new year. Our monthly e-newsletter strives to keep you informed about today's Jewish campus life, introduce you to interesting Jewish newsmakers, share the latest trends in higher education and bring a bit of Jewish learning into your inbox.
But most importantly, we hope to hear from you. Share your thoughts, opinions and story ideas by e-mailing me at: skurtz@hillel.org. If you want to share your aunt's recipe for Jewish apple cake, that's okay too.
All the best for a sweet new year,
Suzanne Kurtz
Editor, Hillel Campus Report
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 Kerri Strug: Olympic Gold and Jewish Journey
Ten years after winning a gold medal in women's gymnastics at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Kerri Strug has put gymnastics behind her and embarked on her own Jewish journey.
Brian Epstein: The Man Behind the Beatles
Brian Epstein, the man who discovered the Beatles, died 40 years ago at age 32. The pivotal role Epstein played made him the world’s most admired band manager. But outside of music circles, his name is fast being forgotten.
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Learning Tzedek in Nicaragua
The 12 Hillel professionals who traveled to Nicaragua this summer, as part of the Everrett Family Tzedek Initiative, acquired a new appreciation for rice and beans and a new meaning for tzedek, justice.
Firestone Become Hillel President
Attorney, businessman, academic, veteran Jewish leader and former student activist Wayne L. Firestone officially took office as president of Hillel on September 1. In his first column as president he discusses the importance of engaging every Jewish student on campus.
News Bites: What's Been Happening at Hillels this Month
Hillel students rally in New York for Darfur... Vancouver Hillel opens doors to new site... At the 2006 Charles Schusterman International Student Leaders Assembly students learn leadership.
Campus 101: Navigating High Holy Day Class Conflicts
On many campuses, the High Holy Days fall on class days and often conflict with quizzes or midterms. A college may or may not accommodate a student for religious reasons. But there are things that can be done.
Jewish Learning: About Yom Kippur
All Jewish sources agree that Yom Kippur is a day intended for teshuva, repentance and change, yet there are divergent opinions regarding how best to go about it.
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