Welcome to Hillel: Finding My Place at College
When I think back to the first few days of my college experience at the University of Illinois, I remember feeling a mix of excitement and fear.
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When I think back to the first few days of my college experience at the University of Illinois, I remember feeling a mix of excitement and fear.
Going away to college can be daunting, as you leave behind the familiarity of home. I remember worrying I wouldn’t find a place that feels like home and would never fully adjust to living somewhere new. That is, I felt that way until I started going to Texas Hillel.
The week before moving into college at Central Michigan University felt terrifying to me. I was moving away from everything I knew, and leaving the vibrant Jewish community I grew up in. The college I chose had a small Jewish community, which was an unfamiliar experience for me. Thankfully, even before I set foot on campus, I knew to look for Hillel.