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Michigan Hillel

Our mission is to enrich the lives of Jewish students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world.

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When one thinks about Michigan Hillel, two defining characteristics come to mind: Community and Leadership.

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The Michigan Difference. Michigan Hillel is unparalleled in terms of its size, diversity, and quality of programming. Our Hillel supports nearly 40 independent student groups for our 6,500 Jewish students on campus. Each group provides opportunities for students to become involved as leaders, driving the programming and decision-making forward for their group and community.

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Programming.
Create and enjoy Jewish community on campus. Find everything from Shabbat & High Holidays, Hillel-wide events, and peer-led programming.

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 First Year Students

FYSH (First Year Students at Hillel) is an active group offering many events throughout the year. They offer programs like our Early Access Overnight Retreat, bonfires at Hillel, Freshmen Shabbats, ice cream socials, mentorship programs, res hall events & leadership opportunities.

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 Returning Students

All students can engage in and build community in so many different ways. We offer many student-led groups, leadership and internship opportunities, learning cohorts, Greek life programs, plus international immersive experiences, too. We encourage you to explore these and more through our Hillel Connect program to get get involved.

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 Grad Students

The University of Michigan has one of the largest Jewish graduate student communities in the nation. Our graduate student community, jUnion, is a warm and welcoming group, hosting many social, holiday, and other events at Hillel and in homes. Connect with jGrad to become a part of the community.

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testimonials

Baking collaboratively with friends through Challah for Hunger is the best. I love knowing our challah baking efforts have a profound impact on our community’s fight against food insecurity.
Tobi Margolis Challah for Hunger, Co-President
Whether it’s praying, studying with friends, or performing with Kol HaKavod, being involved with Hillel is one of the best parts of my Michigan experience.
Lucy Cosgrove Kol Hakavod
At first, I didn’t know what to expect when going to events at Hillel, but when I got there, everyone was so friendly and outgoing it gave me that sense of community that I love.
Max Leshne Fresh Connect Leader
As a regular attendee at Hillel events during my time at Michigan I made life-long friends that I am still in touch with today. I also accumulated stories ("I was the first projectionist of the Hill Street Cinema") that I get to tell my kids.
David Gottfried Marietta, GA
My wife and I met at Michigan Hillel. I was running a student group and as a freshman she signed up. She didn't realize what she was really signing up for (or maybe I didn't realize)!
Marc B.
UM Hillel has provided my daughter the ability to participate in activities with other Jewish students and continue a sense of belonging and community during her college years. Shabbat services and dinner have helped solidify her Jewish identity.
Shelley A.
Having two children at Michigan, Hillel has made it feel like I have a surrogate there when needed. The chicken soup delivery was the first time that I used Hillel as a parent and I love the fact that my son got some TLC from a Jewish organization.
Lisa C.
My daughter got sick the first semester of school. I called Hillel and they delivered chicken soup to her door. Hillel is like a Jewish mother, they're there to watch over you.
Wendy S. Wilmette, IL

The Hillel Café

The only kosher restaurant in all of Washtenaw County, our in-house chef prepares delicious, gourmet kosher food under the supervision of Rabbi Rod Glogower.

 Grab-N-Go

Grab-N-Go is a new addition to our Café offerings. Fresh sandwiches and salads, along with chips and drinks can now be found at our front entrance. Students are welcome to grab a bite on the go or stay to enjoy while studying in any number of our quiety study space. Purchase conveniently with Venmo and PayPal with the Greeter at our front desk.


Entrees, Sandwiches, and Salads
Snacks and Fruit
Drinks & More!

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News

Create and enjoy Jewish community on campus. Find everything from Shabbat & High Holidays, Hillel-wide events, and peer-led programming

2022.01.12 in the News
Student Study Resources for Finals

Student Study Resources for Finals Academic Support Services  LSA Newnan Advising LSA Sweetland Center for Writing They have 30 minute live tutoring sessions available for undergrads!  Meetings on Mondays from ...

2022.01.12 in the News
Speaking Across Conflict

Speaking Across Conflict Written by: Haley Schreier (’15) On Sunday March 15th, myself and other individuals from the Jewish community at Michigan came together at the Trotter Multicultural Center to ...

2022.01.12 in the News
Pre-Rosh Hashanah Message from Tilly

Pre-Rosh Hashanah Message from Tilly Shana Tova everyone. Happy, healthy new year.  Even looking into this screen, I feel like I should start with “How are you?” I feel like ...