Centennial Celebration
Michigan Hillel is turning 100 years old in 2026, and we are celebrating with a weekend of reunion, food, and festivities at The Big House in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Come home to your Hillel and reconnect with old (and new!) friends as we reminisce and reimagine the next 100 years together.
Centennial Celebration
Sunday, March 15, 2026 – 12:00PM
The Big House, Ann Arbor
Mega Shabbat
Friday, March 13, 2026 – 7:00PM Services | 8:00PM Dinner
The Big House, Ann Arbor
Generously sponsored by Nancy & James Grosfeld, Regent Emeritus Ronald Weiser and the William Davidson Foundation
Shabbat Lunch at Hillel
Saturday, March 14, 2026 – 12:30PM
Michigan Hillel, 1429 Hill St, Ann Arbor
After Shabbat morning services, join us for lunch.
Dinner at Hillel
Saturday, March 14, 2026 – 7:15PM
Michigan Hillel, 1429 Hill St, Ann Arbor
Havdallah Under the Stars
Saturday, March 14, 2026 – 8:00pm
21+, beer & wine will be served. Opportunity for graduating seniors and alumni to connect and engage with each other.
Featuring…
Celebrity emcees
The Sklar Brothers (’94 and ’94)
Randy and Jason Sklar are identical twin comedians and proud Michigan (and Hillel) alumni. They have released six critically acclaimed comedy albums, have had two Comedy Central Half Hour Presents specials, and currently have a one-hour stand-up special on Netflix, titled “What Are We Talking About,” and another one-hour special that premiered on the Starz Network in May of 2018 called “Hipster Ghosts”.
Producer
Wendy Shanker (‘93)
Wendy Shanker is a writer, producer, and creative consultant behind major live and televised events, including The Grammys, iHeartRadio Music Awards, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and GLAAD Media Awards. She has worked with top celebrities and began her career at MTV and VH1. A published author and journalist, Wendy has written three books and contributed to Glamour, Self, Cosmopolitan, and other leading outlets.
Distinguished UM Jewish Alumni Panel moderated by
Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove (‘93)
Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, Ph.D., a leading Conservative Movement voice at Park Avenue Synagogue, is an author, speaker, and host of the Common Faith podcast. He has published widely, including the 2024 book For Such a Time as This. He holds leadership roles across major Jewish and interfaith organizations and previously represented the Jewish community during Pope Francis’s 2015 visit to the 9/11 Memorial.
Panelist Ted Deutch (‘88 and ‘90)
Panelist Alex Swieca (2015)
Alex Swieca is Founder/CEO of QB1 Capital, a private investment firm investing across public and private markets. He previously spent 7 years at Coatue Management and founded QB1 Ventures. A former Michigan walk-on quarterback and Israeli National Team QB, he holds a BA in Psychology. Alex lives in New York with his wife and four children and serves on the board of the Swieca Children’s Foundation.
Panelist Dr. Ora Pescovitz
Dr. Ora Pescovitz is president of Oakland University and a nationally recognized physician-scientist and academic leader. From 2009 to 2014, she served as the University of Michigan’s Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs and Health System CEO, overseeing three hospitals, 120 clinics, the medical school, $3.3 billion in revenue, and nearly $500 million in research funding. She is a sought-after speaker on leadership.
Tickets
We can’t wait to welcome you to Ann Arbor! Join us for a weekend of celebration, food, and fun together with old and new friends.
Sponsorship
Celebrate 100 years of Michigan Hillel with a tax-deductible contribution. Logos or names of all supporters of $1,800+ will be listed in the invitation and event advertising.
Names of all supporters of $720+ will be listed in the invitation and event advertising.
Submission Deadline to be included in the invitation: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
For questions, to make a pledge or payment, or to submit a logo, contact Michigan Hillel: hillelcentennial@umich.edu or 734.769.0500
To make a pledge for your Centennial Sponsorship, please contact Becca Goodman, Director of Development at 248-514-2376 or Rebeccg@umich.edu
$18,000 – Victor Sponsor
Includes 3 tables of 10, 20 tickets to VIP Kickoff
$10,000 – Big 10 Sponsor
Includes 2 tables of 10, 10 tickets to VIP Kickoff
$5,000 – Wolverine Sponsor
Includes 1 table of 10, 6 tickets to VIP Kickoff
$3,600 – Champion Sponsor
Includes 8 tickets, 4 tickets to VIP Kickoff
$1,800 -Maize Sponsor
Includes 6 tickets, 2 tickets to VIP Kickoff
$360 – Blue Sponsor
Includes 2 tickets
$100 – Stadium Sponsor
Includes 1 ticket for supporters under 36
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
For additional sponsorship opportunities, contact Becca Goodman, Director of Development, at 248-514-2376 or rebeccg@umich.edu
Accomodations
Residence Inn Ann Arbor Downtown
The Bell Tower Hotel Call Karen Grimm at 734-769-3010
The Stone Chalet – For guests looking for accommodations within the Ann Arbor Eruv.