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Message from Penn State Leadership
October 3, 2023 Learning of the antisemitic harassment targeting Penn State Trustee Evan Myers and others in the borough over the weekend troubles us deeply, as we know it does you. We are equally concerned for our Jewish students and neighbors, who also are impacted by the presence of this irrational hate so close to… read more
Greek Shabbat – March 25th
Join Hillel Greek Team for Shabbat Friday at the ZBT house! 321 Fraternity Row, State College, PA 16801 Dinner will be catered by Penn Kebab
IRA Charitable Distributions
Have you used your IRA distribution for a charitable gift? You can give from your IRA directly to a qualified charity such as Penn State Hillel and save the income taxes on the money. Making a gift from your IRA can be both simple and beneficial! The maximum amount is $100,000 for a QCD; that… read more
Nazun Board Application
Please apply below by November 27, 2022!
Sababa Box
Wellness Shabbaton: November 13-14, 2020
Hillel is committed to the health and wellbeing of our students and encourage all to practice self-care methods. Hillel will be holding a Wellness Weekend Shabbaton filled with ways to help students destress. In these uncertain times, we must remember the Jewish values of B’rit (Health) and R’fuah (Healing). Register below! Schedule: Friday, November 13… read more
Open Mic Night
Israel Learning Fellowship (ILF)
Kol Yisrael Spring 2022 While Israel, also known as the start up nation, is a modern, liberal, and diverse country that manages to survive and flourish with very difficult circumstances, the country also struggles with internal divisions, inequality, and a bloody relationship with its environment. In the Israel Learning Fellowship (ILF), we will work with Kol… read more
Everything Bagel Challah
Everything Bagel Challah combines two iconic Jewish foods- bagels and challah. Recipe and photos submitted by Leah Bodinger, Penn State Challah for Hunger’s secretary. She recommends pairing this challah flavor with cream cheese! Ingredients (for one large loaf):… read more
Making a Difference From Across the Pond
Press Release July 2020 MAKING A DIFFERENCE FROM ACROSS THE POND A few months ago, my mouth was practically watering thinking about the endless falafel and hummus I would be eating all summer long, as I planned my two-month trip to Tel Aviv. I was eager to return to the place that has grown to… read more
Cinnamon Roll Challah
Penn State Challah for Hunger’s recipe for Cinnamon Roll Challah This is an original PSU Challah for Hunger recipe, provided by Leah Bodinger, the PSU Challah for Hunger secretary Swirl mixture and dough- before spreading and after After being coated with swirl mixture, the dough is rolled and braided Ingredients (for one large loaf):… read more
Self-Care in Quarantine
Student Stories
Student Spotlight Adam ’20 has been very involved in our alternative spring break trip to Roatan, Honduras over the past few years. This year he was one of our two student leaders for the trip. He took on a remarkable role organizing to take 12 students to Honduras over spring break, empowering other students… read more
Alternative Spring Break 2018 – Roatan, Honduras
Once again, dedicated students and staff have embarked on a journey to the town of La Colonia in Roatan, Honduras. This is the 3rd year that Penn State students will spend in Roatan. Why Roatan, Honduras? Eleven years ago, Scott Fried, motivational speaker, HIV/AIDS educator, activist, and author, traveled to the island of Honduras on a… read more
Official Statement on Menorah Incident
State College, PA – November 10, 2017 – We are deeply saddened to learn about the theft of the Penn State Chabad menorah that took place on October 27. The menorah was stolen from the Chabad house and transferred to the Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity house resulting in significant damage. This crime was believed to… read more
Israel American Council | National Conference
This weekend is the Israel American Council National Conference in Washington DC. We’re sending 4 students there to experience influential thought leaders, industry experts, senior political figures, diplomatic figures, community leaders, prominent journalists and more. This inspiring gathering will explore Israeli-American and Jewish identity, bring together the Israeli-American and Jewish communities for deep dive discussions, and… read more
Kosher Food Is Here
Never Forget by Jamie Butler
Jamie, senior hospitality management major, has been an active part of Jewish life on campus, as former student President and trusty Hillel chef, Jamie’s passion for and commitment to Jewish life is undeniable. When Jamie arrived on campus, she had her own mission – to bring Holocaust education and awareness to Penn State and State… read more
Tips and Tricks To Get You Through Finals:
1. Channel your inner Beyonce: Exams have NOTHING on us. 2. Prepare a boatload of snacks Food is fuel. Food that is fuel is probably supposed to be healthier than what’s pictured above but lets be real…. its finals week and the only thing getting us through is that extra bag(s) of Doritos. 3. Craft… read more
Little Pantries is now open!
State College welcomes Little Pantries
Alternative Spring Break 2017 – Roatan, Honduras
14 students and 2 staff embarked on a journey to the town of La Colonia in Roatan, Honduras. This is the second year that Penn State students will spend in Roatan. Why Roatan, Honduras? Ten years ago, Scott Fried, motivational speaker, HIV/AIDS educator, activist, and author, traveled to the island of Honduras on a holiday cruise…. read more