Meet Jacob Salem
Hillel International introduces you to the first deaf Hillel professional Jacob Salem, program director at Gallaudet University Hillel.
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An Opposing View on Campus Life for Jewish Students
By focusing only on isolated incidents of antisemitism and anti-Israel activity, and minimizing all the positive aspects of Jewish life on campus, these efforts distort the real picture of campus life for Jewish students.
Hillel College Engagement Internship Program Celebrates 10 Years
The Hillel College Engagement Internship began in 2006 as a way to expand Hillel’s reach on campus and give students real-life skills — like active listening, empathy and how to build relationships — they would use whether they become educators or CEOs.
Two-Line Torah: Vayeshev 5777–Sharing light
In some cases, talking oneself up is vital. Other times, however, sharing for the sake of bragging is simply harmful to our relationships.
Hillel’s prescription to lessen mental illness’ stigma
With a growing number of college students seeking mental health treatment, Hillels are stepping in to provide services for those who need it and support those fighting the stigma of seeking help — often through a Jewish lens.
Two-Line Torah: Vayishlach 5777 — When estranged siblings reconnect
In divisive times like ours, we may be afraid of reconnecting.
Hillel International Honors Exceptional Professionals and Campuses
At Global Assembly in Orlando, largest Jewish campus organization recognizes contributions of outstanding individuals, exemplary campus Hillels
Hillel International Launches Talent Grants for Campuses with $38 Million Gift from The Marcus Foundation
Major investment in Hillel talent will fund program to recruit, retain and train top professionals on campus
Two-Line Torah: Vayetzei 5777 — So slow, yet so fast
Jacob’s maturation and emergence as an adult is a long, slow process that seems to go by in an instant.
From Hillel to the White House
Who: Chanan Weissman What: White House associate director of public engagement and liaison to the American Jewish community under President Obama Age: 33 Where: Weissman lives in Baltimore, Md., with his wife and three young daughters. Education: Master’s degree from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and bachelor’s degree in journalism and government & politics […]
