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University of Maryland, College Park

Mitchell Building
College Park , MD 20742-5235 USA
301-405-1000
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About Maryland

Maryland Hillel is a very large and extremely vibrant community, with a true pluralistic environment. We have active students with all different observances levels, Jewish identities and past experiences. Taglit - birthright-israel, greek life, greek jewish council, JSU, A Cappella groups are just a small sample of some of the extremely active groups on campus.

  • 26000 Undergrads

  • 8000 Graduates

  • 5800* (22%)Jewish Undergrads(Percent of Population)

  • 800* (10%)Jewish Graduates(Percent of Population)

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Jewish Life

Birthright Participation Taglit-Birthright Israel offers a free trip to Israel for students who have never been to Israel on a peer-based trip.
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Alt Break Participation Alternative Breaks are organized, short-term service projects, often involving travel. Student participants are challenged to understand difficult social issues and to explore questions of Judaism and social responsibility while giving of themselves and their time.
Kosher Food Available
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Jewish Studies Major or Minor
Study Abroad in Israel
Rabbi/Jewish Educator on Campus
Engagement Internship
Israel Fellow

Hillel Information




Hillel Foundation


The University of Maryland Hillel serves one of the largest and most dynamic Jewish campus communities in the country. Hillel sponsors a diverse and exciting array of activities throughout the school year, including social, cultural, religious and educational programs. Whether it's a briefing from the Israeli Embassy, a student BBQ with a reggae band, a free Shabbat dinner for 1000+ students, a Jewish a cappella group performing at the White House, or a dinner discussion on Jewish ethics, Jewish students utilize Hillel as their own center for the community. Hillel staff and resources are available to all University of Maryland students, faculty, staff and community members regardless of affiliation or commitment. Hillel is committed to supporting a vibrant Jewish community that provides opportunities for diverse forms of Jewish expression.


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  • Community service/social action
  • AEPi
  • Hagshama
  • SDT
  • KOACH
  • JNF
  • Kosher issues/meal plan
  • College Democrats of America (CDA)
  • Birthright Israel Alumni
  • Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender
  • Career/Internships
  • KESHER
  • AIPAC
  • AEPhi
  • Hamagshimim
  • Environment
  • Jewish learning/education
  • KIRUV/KEDMA - U.S.
  • College Republican National Committee (CRNC)
  • ZBT
  • Tau Epsilon Phi
  • Orthodox students
  • Chabad-Lubavitch
  • Education/Teaching
  • Reform Students
  • Graduate Students
  • A Cappella
  • Israel
  • Visual Arts
  • Multiculturalism
  • Conservative movement
  • National Student Campaign Against Hunger and Homelessness (NSCAHH)
  • Journalism & media
  • Israeli/folk dance
  • Sigma Alpha Mu
  • Jewish Holidays

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