And that’s a wrap on HIGA/GLC 2020
Last week, December 14-15, 2020, Hillel International hosted its first virtual, seventh annual Hillel International Global Assembly (HIGA) and fourth Global Leadership Conference (GLC).
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Hillel International Honors Outstanding Professionals and Campuses
Hillel International, the largest Jewish campus organization in the world, today honored outstanding Hillel professionals and campus Hillels creating innovative Jewish experiences and meaningful connections throughout the past year and amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Black-Jewish Relationship Series sparks dialogue, connection at Northeastern University Hillel
Students at Northeastern University’s Hillel this semester took a deep dive into the dynamics between the Black and Jewish communities, with the “Black-Jewish Relationship Series.” The goal was to give students of both communities “space to be together,” says Yeshi Mengistu, the Hillel’s Jewish Agency Israel Fellow and Director of Israel Engagement & Education.
Hillels get creative with in-person and online programming
When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Hillel directors and staff across the United States got creative with online programming. Now nine months into the pandemic and with virtual programming the norm, some Hillels have generated even more innovative events to enhance Jewish life on campus — with and without the warm glow of a computer screen.
Jewish-Latinx students find home to celebrate dual identity
J-Lats is one of several Hillel-affiliated organizations across the country that provide space for students who identify as Jewish and Latinx to connect with others who share their dual identity and to spread awareness.
Thousands of high school students, parents join first-ever Hillel Virtual College Fair
Hillel International hosted over 2,000 high school students and parents at Hillel International’s first-ever virtual college fair this weekend, offering a safe alternative to traditional in-person college fairs that have been cancelled as North American continues to battle the resurging pandemic.
2019 Top 60 Jewish Schools
The lists of the 2019 Top 60 Schools by Jewish Student Population, as published in the Hillel College Guide Magazine and on Hillel’s College Guide web page.
“Radical pluralism” gives Hillel of Rockland its unique flair
With a diverse population of Jewish students, Hillel of Rockland is practicing “radical pluralism” bringing Jewish students of different backgrounds together.
Deni Avdija on never giving up and prevailing under pressure
Deni Avdija might be one of this year’s hottest NBA draft picks, but he didn’t always know that basketball would be his destiny.
Challah for Hunger
Challah for Hunger chapters across the nation are creating a communal space for all students, while fighting food insecurity on campuses— a reality that 39% of college students now face.
