About
Mission
The mission of Hillel at Gallaudet University is to promote inclusive Jewish educational, religious, social, cultural, and communal activities at Gallaudet University by creating opportunities for diverse expressions of Jewish life among students, as well as the Gallaudet University Jewish community at large. Through these activities, Gallaudet Hillel seeks to enrich the lives of Jewish students so that they may find personal meaning in Judaism and enrich other Jewish people and the world.
Vision
The vision of Hillel at Gallaudet University is that every Jewish student will enjoy positive Jewish experiences -- both religious and cultural -- as well as a deeper sense of Jewish identity, a stronger relationship with the broader Jewish community, and enhanced Jewish knowledge.
Values
At Hillel, we value the following:
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Student engagement
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Supporting various expressions of Judaism
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Facilitating connections among students, staff, faculty, and the community
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Organizing and maintaining Jewish programming for the Gallaudet campus and community at large
Explore Hillel at Gallaudet University
Gallaudet Hillel serves as a welcoming haven on campus for Jewish Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and Hearing students to openly explore and express their Jewish identity without communication obstacles. In collaboration with Gallaudet's Office of Campus Ministries, Hillel at Gallaudet enriches the lives of Jewish students by facilitating the celebration of Jewish religious and cultural practices both on campus and within the broader Metro Washington Jewish community. Students engage with Jewish culture through a variety of activities, including Israeli movie nights, lively Israeli dancing, insightful guest lectures, and visits to local Jewish community events. The Gallaudet Hillel Board further develops their leadership capabilities by participating in regional and national conferences tailored for Jewish college students.
Undergraduate Enrollment
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44 Jewish Students (4.1% of population*) out of 1,075 Students
Jewish Student Experience
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Served by Hillel
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Birthright Israel Participation
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University sponsored Study Abroad in Israel program
Kosher Dining
In a partnership with the Residence Life on campus, students who keep it kosher receive special housing along with a private kitchen to store their kosher food. Hillel at Gallaudet relies on a kosher catering for campus events.
Options: Meals available on shabbat/holidays only; Kosher food available nearby
Contact & Details
Hillel at Gallaudet University הלל באוניברסיטת גאלודט
Ely Building, Room 117
800 Florida Ave NE
Washington, DC 20002
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