Moments of Joy from the First 24 Hours of HIGA 2025
This week, 1,100 Hillel professionals, partners, and sponsors gathered in Boston for the 2025 Hillel International Global Assembly (HIGA).
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Hillel Asks the Experts: Navigating Antisemitism on Campus
The latest installment of Hillel International’s Virtual College Prep Series, “College Prep: Navigating Antisemitism on Campus”
Celebrating Bridge-Building: Growing Relationships and Connections Across Faith Communities
Hillel International’s Multifaith Relationship Building Grants are bringing together faith communities on campus.
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Hanukkah Traditions Light the Way for Community and Belonging
Ella Luhrssen is a first-year student at the University of Houston. In celebration of Hanukkah this year, Ella shared her experience of finding community and belonging through Hanukkah at Houston Hillel. Hanukkah has always been a magical experience for me. The special foods, the dancing lights, and the whimsical shapes formed by the melting wax are […]
Filling My Thanksgiving With Friends and Family
After a recent conversation with my roommate, I realized that my Thanksgiving dinner has never been conventional.
Finding Meaning and Community at the Israel Leadership Network Shabbaton
Whether I’m looking for a new idea or help designing a program, the ILN community is always there to share resources and advice.
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Hillel International Celebrates Outstanding Campus Hillels and Professional Staff at 2025 Global Assembly
The world’s largest Jewish college organization honored remarkable achievements in supporting Jewish student life.
Brandeis Center, Hillel International & ADL Reach Major Agreement with Pomona College for Significant Campus Reforms to Resolve Federal Antisemitism Complaint
Following the filing of a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR), Pomona has agreed to adopt reforms to address antisemitism and improve anti-discrimination protections for Jewish and Israeli students. Washington, D.C. – Today, the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law, Hillel International, and the Anti-Defamation League […]
Introducing Chairperson-Elect of the Hillel International Board of Directors, Doug Berman
Doug Berman brings decades of professional success and deep-rooted commitment to strengthening Jewish identity.