JLIC Summer 2025: An Unforgettable Journey Awaits
The excitement is building as JLIC Summer prepares to welcome over 250 college students to Israel for what promises to be the most transformative summer of their lives. This extraordinary program offers participants the rare opportunity to immerse themselves in Israeli culture while gaining invaluable professional experience through carefully curated internships in their chosen fields. […]
Supporting Jewish Relationships on Campus and Beyond
JLIC directors play a valuable role in fostering Jewish relationships during pivotal university years. Through their consistent presence and guidance, they help students navigate dating, engagement, and early marriage, creating connections that often extend well beyond graduation. Fostering Meaningful Connections JLIC directors contribute to relationship development in practical ways. Many officiate at weddings, offer premarital […]
Technion’s Shabbasino: Where Jewish Community Meets Casino-Themed Fun
The Technion campus came alive during an unforgettable weekend when JLIC Technion Students, led by student Shoshana White and her committee of dedicated peers, in conjunction with Rabbi Evan and Tova Levine (JLIC Directors) and in partnership with Mizrachi, hosted their semester Shabbaton—cleverly branded as “Shabbasino.” The casino-themed Shabbat gathering brought together over 140 students […]
Yavneh’s Shabbat Project Transforms Campus Life at Syracuse University
The Syracuse University campus came alive as Yavneh’s Shabbat Project brought a renewed energy to Jewish life at the university. Six dedicated Yavneh student leaders from McMaster, Guelph, and Washington University traveled to Syracuse, creating a vibrant Shabbat experience that left a lasting impact on the campus community. A Weekend of Connection and Joy From […]
Community Learning and Coworking: JLIC JLEM’s Innovative Sunday Morning Seder
A unique initiative is transforming how young Anglo professionals in Jerusalem approach their week. The JLIC JLEM Morning Seder and Coworking Space, the creative vision of community directors Rav Jeremy and Emily Zimmer Tibbetts, offers a refreshing blend of Torah study, productivity, and community connection every Sunday morning. A Space for Connection and Growth The […]
Rutgers Community Bid Farewell to Beloved Directors
The JLIC community at Rutgers University recently demonstrated the profound impact that dedicated leadership can have on students’ lives. The community gathered to honor outgoing JLIC Directors Rav Avi and Sara Schwartz, who are leaving after five years of devoted service to the Rutgers Jewish community. Students organized a heartfelt kumzitz bonfire to express their […]
Jewish Grad Students Pay It Forward at JLIC’s MedConnect Panel
JLIC Young Professionals Successfully Host MedConnect Healthcare & Law Panel for Undergraduate Students The JLIC West Young Professionals, under the leadership of Directors Dr. Avraham Rod and Dr. Daniella Orner Najibi, recently hosted their MedConnect Healthcare & Law Panel, bringing together graduate students and professionals to mentor undergraduate students interested in healthcare and legal careers. […]