How many Jewish students are there at KU?
We estimate that there are approximately 1,500 to 1,800 Jewish students enrolled at the University of Kansas.
What does Hillel provide for students on holidays?
Partner with Lawrence Jewish Community Center for High Holiday services, organized break the fast parties for Yom Kippur, a sukkah, Chanukah parties, Purim programs, a place to go for Passover seders, and much more! For more information about holiday programming, contact the KU Hillel Religious Life Coordinator.
What does Hillel do for Shabbat?
KU Hillel holds weekly Shabbat services, usually Fridays at 6pm at the Burge Union. A free dinner follows. Some Shabbat services are themed, such as Shabbat around KU, Greek Shabbat, Shabbat 350, and leadership Shabbat. For more information about Shabbat programming, contact the KU Hillel Religious Life Coordinator.
How do I get more information about Birthright:israel trips?
After August 1, you can email our JCSC Fellow Laura Gilman or you can sign-up for more information at the Hillel website.
What are the KU Hillel hours?
The Hillel staff is in the office during normal daytime business hours.
How do you communicate with Jewish students on campus?
There is a weekly e-mail newsletter highlighting upcoming Hillel events. To have your email address added to this list, enter your name in the box to the right. Also, keep an eye out for Hillel flyers around campus, Hillel tables on Wescoe Beach or in your residence hall, and ads in the University Daily Kansan.
What kind of programs are available at Hillel?
Hillel programs include community service projects, holiday programs, Israel advocacy as well as programs dealing with Israeli culture, freshman only programming, just plain social events, and MUCH MUCH MORE! To see a current list of events, check out our calendar.
