Being Jewish on a North American college campus comes with its own unique adventures – from explaining to your roommate why you’re building a hut outside the dorm during Sukkot to finding creative ways to ace that Friday exam while still making it to Shabbat dinner. But here’s the exciting part: JLIC transforms these challenges into opportunities to thrive and grow! Picture this: A vibrant community where your Jewish life doesn’t just survive but rocks! Your JLIC Directors get what it’s like to balance organic chemistry with keeping kosher in the dining hall, or wanting to crush that internship interview while staying true to your Jewish values. They’re the pros who turn campus Jewish life from “How am I going to do this?” to “Look how awesome this is!”
At JLIC, you’ll find yourself at inspiring Torah sessions that actually relate to your college life, epic Shabbat meals that become the highlight of your week, and impromptu late-night conversations that range from deep Jewish philosophy to the latest campus buzz. Need a study break? Pop by for some kosher snacks and great company. Wondering how to navigate a secular campus while keeping Shabbat? Your JLIC Directors have got the insider tips and tricks that make it not just doable, but enjoyable. Best of all? JLIC is where lasting friendships happen. It’s where you’ll meet fellow Jewish students who understand exactly what you’re going through – because they’re living it too. Whether you’re planning a Chanukah party that’ll be the talk of campus, organizing a knockout Jewish learning event, or just need someone who gets why you’re stressed about finding kosher food during finals week, JLIC is your go-to crew.
Think of your JLIC Directors as your Jewish life coaches, campus mentors, and local Jewish wisdom experts all rolled into one. They’re here to help you tackle everything from the big questions about faith and identity to the practical stuff like finding kosher food near campus. Plus, they host the kind of events that make your non-Jewish friends say, “Wait, can I come too?”
