The Education Committee works to provide a diverse selection of Jewish educational opportunities for the entire Penn community in areas like Hebrew, Jewish holidays, Jewish culture and religion and other parts of Jewish life. Programs include classes, lectures, panels, chevruta-partner style learning and interactive learning experiences. Have an idea for a program that you would like to run? Is there a certain topic you’d like to learn about? All ideas and suggestions are welcome!
For more information, contact Dina Bleckman
The Holocaust Education Committee (HEC) focuses on educating about the tragedy of the Holocaust in an effort to stifle future hatred and intolerance. It contains two sectors, one organizes events, vigils, memorials, and speakers on Penn's campus and the other reaches out and teaches at local elementary schools. We welcome all members of the University community.
For more information, contact Matt Harrison
The Jewish Book Club is where “Oprah meets Telushkin.” Every month, the Book Club will select a book of a Jewish nature and host a discussion group for its members. All bibliophiles are encouraged to enjoy in the grand tradition of Jewish literature.
For more information, contact Ben Scherban
The Jewish Learning Initiative was created as a resource for Jewish education through a fulfilling partnership between Hillel, the Orthodox Union, and Torah MiTzion. Rabbi Mordy Friedman and Limor Friedman are available to the Jewish community as advisors and teachers to provide formal and informal teaching and are always available for a quick hello or shiur (lesson)
For more information, contact Limor Friedman or Rabbi Mordy Friedman
Kedma is Penn's bi-annual journal on Jewish thought, Jewish culture, and Israel. Kedma provides a forum for Penn students and faculty to discuss, debate, and challenge ideas on the topics. Kedma seeks to engage and excite Jews at Penn who are not normally active within the Jewish community, and to stimulate and challenge those who are. Check out Kedma online to get a full sense of the journal. Looking to share your writing? Get in touch with the Kedma staff today!
For more information, contact Lauren Gutstein or see their website
Abraham and Sarah Memorial Sunday Night Learning (SNL) says, "Come for the free pizza, stay to learn with a friend!" Don't have a learning partner? We'll match you up with someone who is interested in learning whatever you want, on whatever level you want. You can study Torah, talk about Judaism, and figure out what all of it means. Bring a friend and hear what they have to say - learning topics change every week. Or bring your own topic! It's a great opportunity for the whole community - people from all backgrounds - to come together and learn a little bit more about our heritage. Contact us for more information or if you'd like us to arrange a learning partner for you.
For more information, contact Emily Belfer
iLearn is a new program that strives to empower Penn students with a basic Jewish education and enhance the experience of Jewish life at Penn. From introductory lectures to deep discussions of Jewish values and concepts, iLearn looks beyond denomination to serve as a staple of Jewish education at Penn.
For more information, contact Ariel Fisher
Divrei Beit Hillel is Hillel's weekly publication. Comprised primarily of pieces on the weekly Torah reading and contributions from different members of the Hillel community, Divrei Beit Hillel also includes two weekly columns that have ranged from comics to dialogues. Pleas contact us with submissions, or to serve as a columnist or webmaster.
For more information, contact Daphne Lew, Michael Rubin, or Alyse Schongold
The Trustees Council of Penn Women is a group of distinguished alumnae. Our committee brings together women from all over the Penn community - female student leaders, administrators, faculty, and prominent alumnae. Hillel sends a group of representatives to work with the TCPW on important issues. If you're interested in contributing your voice, drop us a note.
For more information, please contact Margot Neuberger or Kelly Finkelstein
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