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Finding Empathy in the Passover Story

At my seder table growing up, we took turns passing the storytelling baton around our large table filled with multiple generations of family and guests. We each read aloud from the Haggadah, doing our part to tell the greatest story of the Jewish tradition.

Perplexed about Passover? We鈥檝e Got You Covered

With good food, good drink, an epic story, and lively conversation, it鈥檚 no wonder Passover is one of the most celebrated Jewish holidays in the world. This year, Passover begins on the evening of April 5th, and ends on April 13th. Here are some common Passover customs and rituals, including some helpful hints for celebrating Passover on campus:

Running with Ritzah

鈥淚鈥檓 Jewish and I love to run鈥 is the unifying passion shared by each student organizer of Ritzah: The Jewish Running Project. From across the United States and Israel, these enthusiastic runners came together in early 2022 to find ways to lift up other students who were searching for ways to integrate their Jewish identities with their love of running.聽

Advice From Great Jewish Women

Each March, we recognize聽 Women鈥檚 History Month, and this year, we asked 黑料传送门 Student Cabinet members who identify as women to share reflections on their college experiences, and advice for younger students who are beginning their college careers. Here鈥檚 what they had to say:

A Tale of Two Purims

Hillels across the world celebrated Purim this week, each with their own unique flair. We wanted to take you inside two Hillel Purim celebrations on opposite sides of the globe that both brought the Purim joy and fun to the party.

Students Lead on Israel

My parents were not yet my age when they were forced to leave their homes in Iran and start a new life in Los Angeles. Like so many other courageous Jewish refugees, they did not hide their identities and love for Israel in the United States. Instead, they engaged in an act of cultural resistance: they invested tenfold in strengthening their own children鈥檚 Jewish and Zionist identities, and instilled in me pride in who I am.