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Challah for Hunger Bake

Written by: Lori T. Given on January 31st, 2022

We’re back, CfH! We are so excited to see you all on Thursday, February 3 in the Pasquerilla Spiritual Center for another fun bake from 5-8pm, with pizza served for dinner. This week the flavors include: plain, dried tomato and basil, and chocolate chip. We appreciate all who stop by – whether that be 30… read more

Shabbat

Written by: Lori T. Given on August 10th, 2022

Join us for services and dinner, led by students and our very own Rabbi Rob! Services at 6, dinner at 7.

Shabbat

Written by: Lori T. Given on July 31st, 2023

Join us for dinner (6 PM) and services (7 PM) to bring in the weekend.

The Summer I Turned Pretty Watch Party

Written by: Lori T. Given on October 9th, 2025

✨ Watch Party Alert! ✨ Grab your snacks, bring your friends, and get comfy 🛋️🍿 We’re watching the final episode of The Summer I Turned Pretty together 💕 Team Conrad? Team Jeremiah? Team Benito? 👀 Comment your guesses & come hang with us!

SAEPi: Sweatshirt Making

Written by: Lori T. Given on October 27th, 2025

SAEPi will be creating designs on sweatshirts with fabrics!

Challah For Hunger – Matzo Crunch Bake

Written by: Hannah Giterman on January 19th, 2017

In order to fulfill our mission of bringing people together to bake and sell challah in effort to raise funds and awareness for social justice causes by: Giving Globally: Chapters donate half the proceeds to support national or global organizations fighting hunger. We partner with MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger to raise funds for… read more

Social Justice Seder

Written by: Hannah Giterman on March 21st, 2017

Join us for our 2nd Annual Social Justice Passover Seder! Please RSVP at the ticket link below and feel free to invite friends (just make sure they RSVP too)!

How We Observe Israel’s Memorial Day

Written by: Hannah Giterman on April 19th, 2017

Join Penn State Hillel’s Israel Fellow, Alona Lipetz, for a conversation around Israel’s Memorial Day (Yom Hazikaron – April 30-May 1).  We will be discussing what it means for an Israeli to serve his/her country in the Israel Defense Forces and his/her day-to-day commitment as a soldier. We will also explore what it means to live… read more

Sukkah and Stars

Written by: Hannah Giterman on October 10th, 2017

Join us under the stars for pizza and a Moana, the 2016 Disney hit. We will serve pizza for dinner and there will be an opportunity to donate to IsraAID in response to the damage in Puerto Rico and Mexico.  

Interfaith “Food for Thought” with Teach For America

Written by: Hannah Giterman on October 27th, 2017

Passionate about your faith? How about teaching? Or what about learning, and broadening your worldview? If you’re hungry for some inspiration about your future and how you can connect that with your faith, this FREE dinner-and-“idea potluck” event is for you! Sign up here! 

Hanukkah Party

Written by: Hannah Giterman on December 4th, 2017

Wednesday, December 13 from 3-6:30pm at the Pasquerilla Lobby: Come enjoy candle lighting, spinning the dreidel, latkes and other delicious Hanukkah treats. All are welcome to join– Juniors who are going abroad and Seniors who are graduating make sure to stop by to pick up your special going away gift from Hillel.

RebuildU General Meeting

Written by: Hannah Giterman on February 6th, 2018

RebuildU is a club dedicated to serving the state college community. We will be having our first general body meeting where we will enjoy some food, let members, new and returning, get to know each other, and give some updates about the volunteering opportunities to come. We will be doing a small service project where… read more

Interfaith Community Seder

Written by: Hannah Giterman on March 18th, 2018

In celebration of the Jewish holiday of Passover, Penn State Hillel invites you to join in dinner, meaningful conversation, and community togetherness at our annual Interfaith Community Seder. We welcome everyone to participate in this seder with us, from State College community members to Penn State students, faculty, and staff – all are welcome. Please… read more

Coconut Macaron Passover Bake

Written by: Hannah Giterman on April 2nd, 2018

On Thursday, April 5th, Challah for Hunger will be having a kosher for Passover bake! We will be baking coconut macaroons that can be pre-ordered prior to this date. Our bakes are open to anyone who wishes to volunteer. Order your macaroons here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSch5br9AvvxBZE4W2z8-_0YUD6PBRfFI2UhFbi1iU2gNrbFtQ/viewform

Cooking in Memory

Written by: Rachel Jacobson on April 3rd, 2019

Come cook the favorite meal of a fallen IDF soldier, and have dinner in their memory.

Sunday Brunch for Parents and Families

Written by: Rachel Jacobson on August 15th, 2019

Come meet other Jewish families and see the kosher dining option available to all students on campus. Guests must register by Friday, October 11 to Penn State Hillel at 814-826-4246 or email Stefanie Tapper at [email protected]. This is a free event.