Explore University of Southern Maine Hillel
Southern Maine Hillel serves students at the following colleges: University of Southern Maine (USM) University of New England (UNE) Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) Maine College of Art (MECA) At each campus, our Hillel creates a safe and enriching environment for students who are interested in Jewish life. We offer a Jewish perspective in interfaith dialogues, respond to issues of anti-Semitism, and provide vibrant and dynamic links to the broader Jewish community for students. Examples of past programs include: a Klezmer band benefit dance, students and community members joining together to build a Sukkah on campus, a second Night Passover Seder, and a Challah French Toast Brunch. We are a welcoming place for people of all identities, life experiences, backgrounds, and beliefs. All events are open to the public, and we are delighted to welcome all.This Hillel serves: Southern Maine Community College; University of New England; Maine College of Art; University of Southern Maine
Undergraduate Enrollment
0 Jewish Students (0%*)
409 Students
*Percent of population
409 Students
*Percent of population
Graduate Enrollment
0 Jewish Students (0%*)
0 Students
*Percent of population
0 Students
*Percent of population
Jewish Experience
- Served by Hillel Yes
- Religious Services Available No
- Hillel Rabbi/Senior Jewish Educator No
- Kosher Food Available Unknown
- Birthright Israel Participation Yes
- Alt Break Participation No
- Jewish Studies Offered No
- Jewish Studies Major or Minor None
- Israel Fellow No
- JLIC Educator No
- Hillel Mental Health/Wellness Staff No
Campus Climate for Jewish Students
- Hillel CCI Antisemitism Training Participant No
- Open Title VI Investigation No
- Anti-Israel Student Government or BDS Resolution None
- Anti-Israel Encampment, Spring 2024 No
Additional Campus Information
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- Private/Public Private
- Acceptance Rate 72%
- U.S. Region Northeast
- Commuter/Residential N/A
- Tuition In-State $40,668
- Tuition Out-of-State $40,668
- Out-of-State/Int’l N/A
- Greek Life No
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