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 […]
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 […]
Bridging Communities: OU Relief Missions and JLIC at Rutgers Transform Lives in Mumbai and Mokhada
This winter break, OU Relief Missions, in partnership with JLIC at Rutgers, embarked on a transformative journey to India, led by Rabbi Avi Schwartz, JLIC Director. Together with 13 Rutgers students and alumni, the group spent ten unforgettable days blending volunteering, cultural discovery, and profound personal growth, underscoring the impact of compassion and collective action. […]
Bridging Communities: Rutgers JLIC Welcomes Yachad to Open Beit Midrash
The Rutgers JLIC community experienced a heartwarming blend of inclusivity and Torah study as they welcomed Yachad participants to their Open Beit Midrash (OBM) program. Under the leadership of co-directors Rav Avi and Sara Schwartz, JLIC Rutgers has been hosting OBM for the past four years, providing students with a weekly opportunity to engage in […]
From Rutgers to Israel: Matthew Levine’s Life-Changing Summer Mission with JLIC
Matthew Levine, a 2024 graduate from Rutgers with a major in supply chain and data analytics, embarked on a transformative journey this summer. He joined the JLIC volunteer trip which was in partnership with Birthright Israel Onward program, the trip ran from July 4 to July 17. This trip included 14 days of immersive experiences, […]
Dodging Challenges, Hitting Goals: Inside JLIC at Rutgers Epic Dodgeball Fundraiser
Hey there, dodgeball enthusiasts and philanthropists alike! We’ve got some exciting news to share from the JLIC Rutgers community that’ll make you want to jump up and cheer—well, maybe not if you’re still recovering from a fierce dodgeball match. But trust us, this is worth celebrating! Picture this: Sunday, March 31st, a day filled with […]
“Chicken Soup for the Elderly Soul” – Rutgers University
“Chicken Soup for the Elderly Soul” By Becca Meiner ‘17 “Chicken Soup for the Elderly Soul” is a new community service program at Rutgers Hillel that started this semester (Spring 2014), and I have been so proud to participate in and even help lead this program. Rutgers students make the chicken soup on Thursday nights […]