Two-Line Torah: Acharei Mot-Kedoshim: Good Riddance
A wise group of sages once said, “Another turning point, a fork stuck in the road…
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Happy birthday, Israel!
Israel reached a milestone birthday this week, marking its 70th year of independence. Hillel students across the country celebrated with lively parties, Israeli food and movie screenings.
Two Line Torah Tazria-Metzora – The Power of Acknowledgement
It’s pretty easy to get grossed out reading the double portion of Tazria-Metzora
‘Scaling Chutzpah’ encourages entrepreneurs to conduct business with Jewish values
Melissa Ben-Ishay thought she was receiving a promotion when she walked into her manager’s office in spring 2008. But after working as an assistant media planner for more than a year at Deutsch, Inc., she was fired.
Alternative Shabbat service uses art to connect USC students to Judaism
Painting with watercolors before blessing the wine Friday night is a new normal for Shabbat goers at Hillel at University of Southern California.
Thinking outside of the Shabbox
As students, we are constantly rushing from place to place. And for some, that makes it difficult to stop and think about honoring the age-old tradition of Shabbat each week.
Getting back to my roots
I had no knowledge of Jewish traditions. I never celebrated a Jewish holiday. I didn’t feel a connection to my newfound Jewish identity. What was I supposed to do next?
Blewish’ event embraces identities, diversity
Growing up, Aaron Cooper thought he needed to choose between being black or being Jewish.
Two Line Torah Tzav 5778 – Most Holy
In Tzav we encounter further description of the korbanot (sacrifices/offerings) Aaron and the priests are to perform in the newly-completed mishkan (tabernacle).
Grab your tools, it’s spring break
Hillel students traded in relaxing days on the beach to help communities in need this spring break. More than 30 Hillels in the U.S. organized Alternative Spring Breaks, volunteering in nearby states and countries around the world. Check out how some of our students spent their week.
