GW is home to a large and vibrant Jewish community. Students use our building every day to find a sense of belonging. We offer a wide range of educational and social programs, and support a number of student organizations that rely on Hillel for leadership learning and support.
GW Hillel opened a dining facility in our building in January of 2023, in partnership with the university. It is a popular venue for kosher-keepers and non-kosher keepers alike, serving sandwiches and bowls (under the supervision of the OU). There are also two supermarkets within walking distance of campus that carry a limited amount of kosher chicken and kosher cheese.
Options: University meal plan-no extra cost
GW Hillel offers Friday evening events each week to help students learn what it means to craft and take ownership of their own Jewish practice. This sometimes means a large traditional Shabbat dinner, student home-hosted meals, visits to local synagogues and DC-based Jewish opportunities, and more. While our observant community is small, it is starting to grow with the addition of kosher food on-campus.
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GW Hillel offers on-site clinical support from clinical psychology interns, with approximately 8 hours of available counseling time each week.
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In partnership with the Jewish Agency for Israel and Israel Experience, a delegation of eight Hillel student leaders spent a week in Israel to celebrate the country’s 75th birthday.
Check out some of the scholarships available for George Washington University Jewish students.
The Caroline and Joseph S. Gruss Scholarship For Study At Israeli Universities has been established at The George Washington University to support and encourage recent graduates planning graduate study at an Israeli university.
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