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Falon’s Chicken Soup Hotline Soup Cook

Written by: Melanie Kovacs on November 7th, 2024

Stop by the GFC and cook with Falon’s Chicken Soup Hotline! Help us prepare the soup and matzo balls to be delivered to students!

Brooke at Bagel Crust

Written by: Melanie Kovacs on December 26th, 2024

Find Brooke at Bagel Crust (next to Chipotle and Hillel) from 10 am to 2 pm on Tuesday February 4th, for a free something on Hillel!

Shabbat

Written by: Melanie Kovacs on January 29th, 2025

Services at 6, Dinner at 7

Open Shabbat

Written by: Melanie Kovacs on February 17th, 2025

Conservices hosts Open Shabbat in March and April. Shabbat Morning davening and oneg. Come hang out, hear torah, eat bagels! Services begin at 10:30, oneg/bagel lunch served at 12:30.

Shalom to Stress

Written by: Melanie Kovacs on March 17th, 2025

Shalom to Stress is a health and wellness class dedicated to helping Penn State Jewish students. This week’s class will be focused on gardening and planting different seeds and flowers. This is a nice way for people to take a break from their everyday responsibilities and focus on a simple thing.

Brooke at Bagel Crust

Written by: Melanie Kovacs on April 1st, 2025

Find Brooke at Bagel Crust (next to Chipotle and Hillel) from 10 am to 1 pm, Wednesday, April 9th, for a free something on Hillel!

A New Era in the Middle East: Speaker Event

Written by: Melanie Kovacs on April 10th, 2025

Join Israeli geopolitical expert Avi Melamed and Egyptian political analyst Dalia Ziada for an eye-opening discussion on the shifting dynamics of the Middle East. They will explore the impact of the October 7 attack, Iran’s weakening influence, emerging power shifts, and the implications for U.S. foreign policy. Don’t miss this chance to gain expert insights… read more

LEAP Shabbat

Written by: Melanie Kovacs on July 8th, 2025

INVOLVEMENT FAIR

Written by: Melanie Kovacs on July 8th, 2025

Come find Penn State Hillel at the Involvement Fair!

Israel Learning Fellowship (Cohort Only)

Written by: Madylin Garrett on February 25th, 2026

Israel Learning Fellowship Take a 6-week PAID Israel Learning experience with Jeanine and Shir Learn more about – The History of Israel and the Jewish people – Modern Zionism – 1967 and beyond – 10/7 and Israel‘s future

Jewish Learning Fellowship 2.0 (Cohort Only)

Written by: Madylin Garrett on February 25th, 2026

JLF 2.0 follows JLF: Life’s Big Questions and is a more complex version of similar questions in Jewish life. This content is only available to alumni of JLF who want more and are excited to stay engaged with the JLF community.

Jewish Learning Fellowship (AEPi)

Written by: Madylin Garrett on March 3rd, 2026

The Jewish Learning Fellowship is a 10-week experiential, conversational seminar for students looking to deepen their understanding of Judaism and the world on their own terms. It is an opportunity for you to surround yourself with friends, create a community, and navigate life’s big questions with mentors who value your growth even after JLF concludes… read more

Shabbat!

Written by: Madylin Garrett on August 21st, 2026

Join Penn State Hillel for Shabbat services and dinner every Friday night! Reform and Conservative Services at 6, Dinner at 7!

Penn State Jewish Alumni at the Flyers

Written by: Lori T. Given on January 28th, 2019

Penn State Jewish alumni are getting together in Philadelphia for the Flyers game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Purchase your tickets before they are gone!!

Café Ivrit

Written by: Lori T. Given on February 8th, 2022

Cafe Ivrit is the best place for Hebrew speakers and non-speakers of any level to practice learning a new language! Grab a latte and join us around the coffee table! 

Birthright Israel Trip #2

Written by: Lori T. Given on February 15th, 2022

Birthright Israel is a 10 day free trip to Israel for Jewish students

Tabling in the HUB

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

Stop by our table between classes to learn what Hillel can provide for you this year!

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.

Perspectives Trip Q&A

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

Are you a student leader and wants to see the Middle East Conflict from your own eyes? Come ask all of your question and join our winter Perspectives Trip! DM Shir for more info on IG @shir.israelfellow

Writing Group Meeting

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

A new writing collective! We’re building the first Penn State Hillel writing group! This is the ultimate space for creative writers who want to find their voice, build a portfolio, and write about all things Penn State and Jewish culture. No experience needed, just passion. What is it? A dedicated space to explore identity, campus… read more