Hillel International Global Assembly 2024 Celebrates Jewish Belonging on Campus
On Monday night, the annual Hillel International Global Assembly (HIGA) kicked off with a message of belonging and community.
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Hillel’s Virtual College Prep Series Returns: Considering Antisemitism on Campus
Hillel International’s Virtual College Prep Series is back, and this time speakers tackled the state of antisemitism on college campuses, what Jewish life is really like at colleges and universities, and how Hillels are showing up to help every Jewish student feel safe, supported, and included. Here are a few top takeaways from “Careful Considerations: […]
Celebrating Interfaith Connections with a Feast
At Hillel, we believe in the power of communities to support college students when they need it most. We believe college campuses are safer, more inclusive places when they come together across lines of difference. And we believe that food makes any event better!
Letters from Alyssa: Why Finding Gratitude is a Jewish Value
In Judaism, there is a beautiful value called hakarat hatov – which literally means “recognizing the good.” It’s about actively noticing and acknowledging the blessings in our lives, from the biggest moments to the smallest interactions.
Black-Jewish Unity Dinner Series Offers Connection, Relationship-Building, and Hope for Stronger Communities
Today, many Jewish students and other students on college campuses are feeling more isolated than ever before. In fact, nearly two-thirds of college students experience loneliness and isolation on campus, and 40% of Jewish students say they need to hide their Jewish identities to feel safe and belong. How can students navigate these seemingly overwhelming obstacles, and form meaningful relationships that cross divides?
Stand Together: Remarks from Hillel Student Leaders
On November 10, 2024, thousands of Jewish people from all over the world came together in Washington, D.C. to show their support for each other and for Israel.
Hillel Concert Series “Yallapalooza 2024” Wraps Up after 3-City Tour Celebrating Jewish Joy
Last night, the Yallapalooza 2024 concert series, powered by Hillel International, made its final stop at the Fillmore in Philadelphia after a week of bringing together thousands of Jewish college students across three cities to celebrate Jewish joy after an incredibly difficult year for Jewish students on college campuses.
Hillel Concert Series “Yallapalooza 2024” Visits Boston
Last night, the Yallapalooza 2024 concert series, powered by Hillel International, brought together more than 1,000 Jewish college students at Emerson Colonial in Boston for a night celebrating Jewish joy after an incredibly difficult year for Jewish students on college campuses.
What’s So Jewish About Participating in Democracy?
Casting a vote is one of the most significant ways you can make a difference in shaping the future, and Hillel International is working hard to provide Jewish college students—and all students—with the education and resources they need to mobilize and vote this Election Day.
Hillel Concert Series “Yallapalooza 2024” Visits New York City
Last night, the Yallapalooza 2024 concert series, powered by Hillel International and UJA-Federation of New York, brought together thousands of Jewish college students at the Beacon Theater in New York City for a night celebrating Jewish joy after an incredibly difficult year for Jewish students on college campuses.
