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Deepen Connections With Israel

One of our core educational goals is for students to see themselves and their stories as deeply connected to other Jewish individuals, as well as to the larger story of our people. Building connections to Israel and Israelis is essential to this work.

At Harvard Hillel, we help students explore and deepen their connections to Israel as part of their broader Jewish journey. Through travel opportunities, academic courses, cultural programming, and peer communities, students discover how their own stories connect to the larger story of the Jewish people.

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We Offer Diverse Pathways for Engagement

From birthright trips and academic study to student-led initiatives and connections with Israeli students on campus. Our programs foster genuine understanding and meaningful relationships that extend far beyond the college years.

We recognize that reflexive, shallow anti-Israel sentiment exists on campus. Part of our role is to educate, humanize, and build genuine connections. We’re here to support Israeli students navigating intense negativity on campus, and we believe that authentic engagement and education will impact how Israel is understood at Harvard and beyond.

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We Recognize That Reflexive, Shallow Anti-Israel Sentiment Exists on Campus

Part of our role is to educate, humanize, and build genuine connections. We’re here to support Israeli students navigating intense negativity on campus, and we believe that authentic engagement and education will impact how Israel is understood at Harvard and beyond.

Resources & Opportunities:

  • Israel Fellow – Mahran Yosef: Connect with our Israel Fellow, who brings lived experience and expertise to help students explore Israel’s complexity and build meaningful connections with Israeli culture and people.
  • Travel Programs: Experience Israel firsthand through Trek or Birthright. Contact Uzi for more information.
  • Academic Engagement: Explore Israel through rigorous study in Kol Yisrael course.
  • Student Groups: Connect with Israel-focused organizations and communities.