Arab-Israeli journalist visits UMD
What would an Arab-Israeli journalist say about the conflict in the Middle East? Khaled Abu Toameh, one with just such credentials, spoke on March 4 about the conflict and its coverage in the press to a crowd of about 70 students in Jimenez Hall.
The University of Maryland chapter of the Zionist Organization of America (ZOA) co-sponsored the event with Hasbara Fellowships, an Israel-activist project from Aish International as part of a national tour that brings speakers to universities.…
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Challah for HungerKneading dough to save the world
Challah for Hunger has already completed the daunting task of making and selling 60 challot, but they aren't stopping there. With the helpful addition of a new dough hook, they aim to make up to 300 challot per week.
Challah for Hunger, part of Hillel's social justic and service programming, offers students a chance to make challah from scratch while socializing with friends, then sell the challah and donate the profits to different charities.…
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Hebrew study options vary on campus
Whether they always had the desire to learn Hebrew, or they developed a newfound interest in learning it upon returning from Birthright, many students are expressing interest in learning Hebrew.
The University of Maryland currently hosts three different ways for students to practice and learn the language.…
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FeaturedDefiance ranks with other top Holocaust filmsA list of famous Holocaust movies includes some pretty illustrious titles. Films like "Schindler's List" and "The Pianist" have captivated audiences by showing the travesties the Jewish people have endured. Rarely, however, do movies show Jews fighting back, refusing to be led peacefully to their death.UMD students attempt futures in Israeli defense forcesWhile most college students stress over endless amounts of homework and exams, several Jewish students at this university have spent their time struggling to enlist in the Israeli army. These students are American citizens who chose to act as volunteers and postponed their graduation dates to dedicate themselves to Israel's armed forces.Letter to the editorMaryland Hillel is proud of the role that it has played, in collaboration with other faith groups, in fostering a campus environment that is tolerant of freedom of expression. Initiatives like the Interfaith Dialogue Project, of which Hillel is a co-sponsor, have been important in creating a community where students can engage with one another constructively. |
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