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Time to Not Fill Such Big Carbon Shoes
As if unflattering paparrazzi photographs weren't enough of a bane for celebrities, now their being held accountable for wanton carbon consumption. A British newspaper recently published the massive carbon footprint left by an extravagant celebrity wedding. According to The Independent, it would take the "average British couple more than 10 years to contribute as much to heating up the planet" as was done by this week-long nuptial.
At Hillel's recent 2007 Spitzer Forum, students walked a much different walk. Spitzer was the first Jewish conference to be carbon neutral: Every carbon dioxide unit emitted by the conference was offset through a partnership with Carbonfund.org, making the Spitzer Forum a zero-net greenhouse gas emitter. A waste-free policy was in affect during the hotel stay. No newspapers were delivered to the participant's rooms, the sheets weren't washed and the program materials were printed with a 100 percent carbon-neutral process.
Hillel is providing students with opportunities to see how tzedek, or social justice, can shape a more sustainable world and to make their carbon footprint just a little bit smaller.
Suzanne Kurtz
Editor, Hillel Campus Report
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 Actress Mare Winningham Sings a "Convert's Jig"
Currently guest-starring on the hit television show "Grey's Anatomy," actress Mare Winningham is the Academy Award-nominated, Emmy Award-winning, former “Brat Packer.” But five years ago, she took on another role that changed her forever: She became a Jew.
The Story of Sergey Brin
The 33-year-old Google cofounder revolutionized how we search the Web and built a $150-billion company that flouts convention. In Moment magazine's exclusive portrait, the Moscow-born Brin talks about anti-Semitism and his battle to live up to Google’s “don’t be evil” mantra.
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Third Hillel Opens in Argentina
With much fanfare, Hillel opens in Cordoba, Argentina. It is the third Hillel in the country and the fifth in South America.
Hold Iran Accountable: Join Team Grogger Force!
A prospective meeting between Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice and Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in the works for April. Now is the time to hold Ahmadinejad accountable for his threats against Israel and denial of the Holocaust. Join Team Grogger Force and send a message to Congress and the Administration that we must be firm. Sign our petition and pass it along to friends, family and your community! We will present the petition to the White House and Congress in late March, before the upcoming meeting. Send a Message -- Hold Iran Accountable!
Hillel to Honor Visionary Philanthropists
Hillel will present its first Renaissance Award to visionary philanthropists Charles Bronfman, Lynn Schusterman and Michael Steinhardt at a gala event in New York City.
2007 Jewish Rhodes Scholarship Winners
Since 1902, the Rhodes Scholarship gives annual awards to some of the world's most promising students, allowing them two years in England to advance their scholarly pursuits. The Jewish Student Weekly spoke with the 2007 Jewish winners about their past achievements, connection to the Jewish community and future plans.
News Bites: What's Been Happening at Hillels this Month
31 Jewish organizations want to bring Israel studies to US campuses... After a snowstorm, Cincinnati Hillel delivers 8,000 blankets to the homeless... New York University hosts a "Shabbat for 2,000"... Minnesota Hillel ponders the next fad in pop culture: Jewishness.
Beyond Finding the Afikomen: Passover Customs from Around the Globe
Think every Passover seder around the world is the same. Think again.
Admissions 101: Why Choose a Jewish Friendly U
Sure, great academics and a winning basketball program might be important, but here's why you should also consider a Jewish-friendly school.
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