Inspiring Vibrant Jewish Life on Campus

Welcome to UGA,

Class of 2024!

UGA Hillel is the focal point for more than 1000 Jewish undergraduate and graduate students. Our mission is to enrich the lives of these individuals so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world. Our primary goal is to significantly increase the number of Jewish students who have meaningful Jewish experiences at UGA.

Programming

for Students by Students

JEWISH LIFE

From student leadership opportunities to weekly Shabbat dinners and so much more, our wide range of programs offer an option for everyone

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TIKKUN OLAM

Hebrew for “Repair the World” is a central-Jewish value. We at Hillel encourage and support students in efforts to better our community and connect students with programs that give them the chance to do exactly that.

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LEADERSHIP

The backbone of Hillel's student-led and student-driven model, students serve in a wide array of leadership positions to envision robust Jewish life on campus while receiving dedicated mentorship and supervision from Hillel's professional staff.

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If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am not for others, what am I?
And if not now, when?

-Rabbi Hillel

Feature Programs

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OUTDOOR OFFICE HOURS

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YOGA

Join Director of Engagement and Wellness, Mara, to de-stress over zoom yoga. Follow us on social media for times and registration information.

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JEWISH LEARNING FELLOWSHIP

A 7-week experiential, conversational seminar for students looking to deepen their understanding of Judaism on their own terms. Students who participate in the fellowship recieve a stipend to assist them in their participation. To learn more about JLF or submit an application, contact Mara.

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SHABBAT

FREE Shabbat dinner and services every week! Due to social distancing guidelines we are giving out Shab-bags at the Athens Hillel House every Friday. Follow us on social media to get the link to register each week.

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