Every Day is Different in the Life of an IACT
As a first-year IACT (Inspired, Active, Committed, Transformed) at Penn State Hillel, one thing I love about my job is that there’s no “typical day.”
Hillel Stories
What’s happening on campus? Hear from students, professionals, and Hillel community members whose lives have been impacted by Hillel and who impact the world with their voices and stories. Share your story with us!
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Self-Care is Torah Too
Hillel has given me a way to fully participate in my Jewish community.
A Day in the Life of a Springboard Fellow
At least once a day, I think about how much this work reminds me of the joy and meaning I found at Jewish summer camp.
Wearing All of My Identities on My Sleeve: Celebrating Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month
Ling DeBellis, a graduate student at Rice University, shared her story of proudly living all of her identities as she moves through life.
Summit in the Snow: Gathering for a Weekend of Meaningful Fun
Snow has a way of slowing everything down and putting things into perspective.
Creating a Joyful Community for Songleaders
The weekend was an opportunity for students from Hillels all over to learn together and make beautiful music.
Israel at Last: Building Friendships and Belonging Through Birthright Israel
Long before I ever applied, I knew that going to Israel through Birthright Israel was something I wanted for myself.
Small Acts of Light With Lasting Impact
When I was younger, celebrating Hanukkah often felt like a reminder of how my family was different from the others at my school.
Hanukkah and the Magic of Miracles
I believe our celebration of Hanukkah endures and thrives because it taps into something primal — a deep human need to believe in miracles.
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 […]
