Israel events at Penn Hillel take place on an almost weekly basis, covering all aspects of the country – educational, cultural, social and political. We have had small events such as lectures from an Israeli Arab Jerusalem Post Journalist, interspersed with larger gatherings such as hosting Michal Oren, now the Israeli ambassador to the US and a Q&A with Israeli Minister Natan Sharansky (now the head of the Jewish Agency). Penn students traveled to Israel with Taglit-birthright israel, experiencing the country for the first time. New ideas, energy and groups are welcomed.
For more information, contact Tamar Karpuj

Taglit-Birthright Israel: Hillel trip is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.  Who could pass up an extraordinary 10 days traveling through the Jewish homeland - at no cost!  You'll get to explore Jewish heritage up close and with close friends.  Have a blast floating in the Dead Sea, get inspired on hikes across historic lands, take part in meaningful community service projects, meet Israelis who are your age, and visit some of the most spectacular sites in the world.  And it's FREE!

For more information, contact Emily Perl or go to www.pennhillel.org/pennhillelbirthrighttrip

The Penn Israel Public Affairs Committee (PIPAC) is dedicated to supporting and strengthening the U.S.-Israel alliance through involvement in the American political process. PIPAC works on and off Penn's campus to bolster support for a Jewish, democratic state of Israel living in peace and security. PIPAC is committed to accomplishing our goals through educating Penn students and faculty, the community-at-large, and current and future policy makers about the current issues and challenges surrounding the U.S.-Israel relationship, our mutual interests, and shared values.

For more information, contact pennisraelpac@gmail.com

The Israel Cultural Committee (ICC) hosts many fun and exciting events exploring the cultural side of Israel. Our events include Israeli concerts, engaging speakers, food outings, movie screenings; and more! Our largest event of the year is Israel Week, a whole week celebrating Israel, culminating in a large-scale festival on College Green.

For more information, contact Ilyssa Friedman

The Forum for a New Israel Dialogue is a group that provides a framework for a frank and open discussion about contemporary issues in Israel and the wider Middle East. The group seeks to move dialogue on campus beyond usual, antagonistic, and binary discourse, instead promoting creativity in finding new solutions that keep in mind the legitimate concerns of all parties.

The Forum believes in and advocates for an Israel that embodies the traditional Jewish principles of democracy, equality, empathy, free debate, and social justice. We believe that the best way to ensure a safe and secure Israel is to work towards peace and reconciliation.  We support a mutually agreed-upon and peaceful two-state solution, and believe that this will best provide for the security and moral well being of Israel.  Our main goal is to help educate the Penn community about contemporary Israeli political and social issues, emphasizing the nuanced nature of these questions.

For more information, contact Logan Bayroff

Penn Friends of Israel is a student initiative-led and student-run Israel advocacy group on Penn’s campus. Its goals are primarily political and cultural. The group welcomes and promotes provocative dialogue on relevant issues surrounding Israel and the Middle East. PFI-supported events may range from guest speaker lectures to Israeli-themed dinners. Penn Friends of Israel acts as an open and supportive forum for Israel advocacy, catering to the ideas and enthusiasm of its membership.

For more information contact Noah Feit

Semitic Action at Penn is a grassroots initiative working to improve relations between the Jewish people and other indigenous peoples of the Middle East. Our campus movement seeks to promote open dialogue among students of Middle Eastern heritage in hopes of cultivating mutual acceptance, unity and a deeper understanding of contemporary issues facing the Semitic peoples.

For more information, contact Lisa Felber