Coming Soon to a Campus Near You: talkspace
talkspace (TAWK-speys) n.: a regularly meeting learning community formed around a particular subject; a programmatic model for engaging students in dialogue around issues and ideas that are relevant to their daily lives, combining the sense of community offered by a book club with the intellectual engagement of an academic seminar. Now in 4 varieties: Israel, Arts & Culture, Tzedek and Spirituality. E-mail Beth Cousens for more information.
Thinking About Alternative Spring Breaks
Idea 15: Return of the Matchmaker
Hillel professionals Graham Hoffman and Dan Libenson recommend creating a new platform upon which lifelong Jewish journeys can be matched and facilitated -- customizing experiences to reach each Jew and deepening the impact for each individual.
Latke vs. Hamentash: Online at Last!
University of Chicago Hillel has put online videos of the last five years of its annual latke vs. hamentash debate.
Campus Update, February 22, 2010
Ah, to be young and Jewish. Here’s a run-down of the biggest stories in Jewish student life.
Maryland Hillel Battles Historic Blizzard
Despite back-to-back storms that dropped more than two feet of snow on the region, cancelled classes for six days, and trapped area residents in their homes, Maryland Hillel held minyans and served kosher meals throughout the week, thanks to the hard work of students and staff.