KU Hillel

We couldn't be more excited to welcome everyone back to campus for another incredible semester! We've got an entire semester of programs planned you won't want to miss, but first wanted to give you a sneak peek of all things KU Hillel happening this first couple weeks of the year! Mark your calendars! 🗓️

The summer is flying by, and we are focused on preparation for the incredible upcoming academic and Jewish year. We have some wonderful updates to share as we look toward the fall, including introducing our new Assistant Director! Click here to read our latest newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/kuhillel/july2026newsletter

We're excited to share one more student internship offering for this academic year, an exciting collaboration with Gift of Life Marrow Registry! https://forms.gle/AsPjo2Di4TcDqurcA to learn more and apply today!

Registration is NOW for our winter Birthright Israel trip! Join us for 10 incredible days traveling alongside other Jewish Jayhawks! 🇮🇱

Our trip is January 3-14 and you can apply now at hillel.org/trip/kansas

📪 DM us with any questions & we can schedule some time to chat.

New staff alert 🚨! We are so excited to welcome Josh Rudman as KU Hillel's new Assistant Director!

Josh is a St. Louis native and graduate of the University of Missouri, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences in 2020. His first job after college was working with endangered wolves (a role he still loves talking about with anyone who's interested). Josh discovered his passion for Jewish communal work as both a camper and staff member at Jewish summer camp. That passion led him to Hillel, where he began as a Springboard Fellow at Michigan State Hillel before spending the last four years as Assistant Director of Camp Sabra. Throughout his career, he has been passionate about creating meaningful Jewish experiences, building community, and empowering the next generation of Jewish leaders.

Josh has long felt connected to Kansas through family and friends he visited while growing up. As KU Hillel's Assistant Director, he is excited to collaborate with students and staff to create engaging programs and cultivate a vibrant Jewish community where every student feels welcome, connected, and empowered.

Outside of work, Josh enjoys cooking, playing just about any frisbee sport, and searching for the perfect cup of coffee.

Make sure to give Josh a warm KU welcome in the comments and come meet him this fall at Hillel!

KU Hillel is excited to welcome our Jewish Jayhawks back to Lawrence later this summer! Whether you're a new Class of 2030 parent or a returning family, we'd love for you to join us at an upcoming information session with the KU Hillel staff, students, and leadership. Plus, you can learn about our ever-popular Matzo Ball Soup Hotline! Calls will be held on Sunday, July 19 and Sunday, August 2, both at 7pm CT. To register, please visit https://forms.gle/oaNJkJNtpjph1E7f8

While KU’s campus is quiet this June, KU Hillel is moving forward, beginning with the official announcement of our 21st Annual Rock Chalk Shabbat! We hope you’ll read this month’s newsletter to find out what’s new for our Jewish Jayhawk community: https://mailchi.mp/kuhillel/june26newsletter

One last batch of amazing paid internships at KU Hillel coming at you! Check out everything we have to offer and apply now at https://forms.gle/AsPjo2Di4TcDqurcA

KU Hillel is where Jewish Jayhawks can figure out who they want to become. It’s where students learn how to network, take on leadership roles, and build confidence that stays with them beyond their time on campus.

Every year, hundreds of students like Rachael have life-changing experiences at no cost to them, thanks to the support of our parents, alumni, and community members - like you!

Will you help us finish this year strong and build an even brighter future for the next generation of Jayhawks with a donation today?

Give Now at www.kuhillel.org/donate

Check out our second set of paid internships at KU Hillel for this school year! Scroll to see just a few or check out pinned post to see everything we are offering! Apply today at https://forms.gle/1Vm9UjY4dKoFkxq7A