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Harvard Hillel and Chabad to Increase Security Following Anti-Semitic Attacks
Harvard Hillel and Harvard Chabad will implement increased safety measures following a spate of anti-Semitic incidents across the nation, according to the group’s leaders.
Israel Trek Petition Hillel
A recent petition has been sent around about the Harvard College Israel Trek trip and its inclusivity. The Israel Trek group hosts its meetings in Harvard Hillel.
Epstein ‘Facilitated’ — But Didn’t Actually Fund — Wexner’s Donation to Construct Harvard Hillel Building, Director Says
Harvard donor and convicted sex offender Jeffrey E. Epstein “facilitated,” but did not contribute money to, the leading donation that funded the construction of Harvard Hillel’s building, according to Hillel Executive Director Rabbi Jonah C. Steinberg.
Rosovsky Hall
Convicted sex offender Jeffrey E. Epstein facilitated donations to build Rosovsky Hall, the Mount Auburn Street building that houses Harvard Hillel.
Students Criticize Harvard Lampoon for Anti-Semitic Image of Anne Frank
Hundreds of Harvard College students signed a petition denouncing the Harvard Lampoon, an undergraduate humor magazine, for its decision to publish an anti-Semitic Photoshopped image depicting Holocaust victim Anne Frank.
Harvard Chabad Holds Vigil for Shooting at California Synagogue
Roughly 60 Harvard affiliates gathered at the Harvard Chabad house Sunday evening in solidarity with the Chabad of Poway, Calif., where a deadly shooting took place Saturday.
Charity Linked to Sex Offender and Harvard Donor Jeffrey Epstein Gave Thousands to Hasty Pudding, Professor’s TV Show
A charity connected to convicted sex offender and Harvard donor Jeffrey E. Epstein gave tens of thousands of dollars to the Hasty Pudding Institute of 1770 and a non-profit linked to a Harvard professor, according to tax filings obtained by The Crimson.
Harvard Undergraduate Council Votes to Fund Israeli Apartheid Week
The Undergraduate Council voted to allocate the Palestine Solidarity Committee $2,050 to host Israeli Apartheid Week at Sunday’s general meeting. IAW is an international movement across college campuses to raise awareness of Israel’s treatment of Palestinians.
In Wake of Pittsburgh Shooting, Jay Harris Speaks on Anti-Semitism in the U.S.
Paulette K. Schuster ’20, who helped organize the Hillel event, said she invited Harris in response to students’ desires for experts to “contextualize” anti-Semitism in America after the “rattling” attack.
Conversation with Jay M. Harris at Hillel
Jay M. Harris, professor of Jewish studies, spoke with Harvard affiliates about the history of anti-Semitism and the continued effects of prejudice at Harvard Hillel Tuesday night.
Harvard Affiliates Hold Vigil for Victims of Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
Close to a hundred individuals — Jewish and non-Jewish alike —packed into the vigil to pay their respects for the eleven victims of Saturday’s tragedy.
Tree of Life Synagogue Vigil
President Bacow speaks at the Tree of Life Synagogue Vigil at Harvard Hillel.
Tree of Life Synagogue Vigil
Harvard Hillel held a vigil to honor members of the Tree of Life synagogue.
Harvard Hillel Hosts Seder to Oppose Israeli Presence in the West Bank and Gaza
Harvard Hillel hosted a Seder last week meant to oppose Israeli presence in the West Bank and Gaza, though organizers complained of some “censorship” from administrators.
Tal Becker
Tal Becker, a senior member of the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, speaks about his experiences at the Israeli-Palestinian negotiating table. Among other things, Becker elucidated the process behind each peace talk.
Hillel and Islamic Society Host Event Against Islamophobia
Harvard Hillel and the Harvard Islamic Society hosted a presentation and panel discussion Monday on prejudice and discrimination against Islam or Muslims.
Hillel Dining Hall Faces Unique Challenges During HUDS Strike
It may only be the fourth day of Sukkot—a Jewish holiday that celebrates the fall harvest—but it is the 16th day of the Harvard University Dining Services workers’ strike, which presents Harvard Hillel with unique challenges.
"How Jews Became White Folks"
People broke out into groups to discuss topics of race, religion and political movements in an event called "How Jews Became White Folks", run by Harvard Hillel on Thursday.
Hillel Bagel Brunch
Students enjoy bagels and lox at Hillel’s final bagel brunch of the year on Sunday morning.
Students Gather To Commemorate Victims of Violence in Israel
Students handed out flyers, held a banner reading “No excuse for terror,” and read aloud a list of names of people killed during the unrest in Israel.
A Protest at the Hillel
Co-president of the Palestine Solidarity Committee Fatima Bishtawi ’17 stands outside the Hillel to protest Operation Protective Edge, an Israeli military operation launched in 2014. Other members of the Palestine Solidarity Committee lay on the ground around her.
Students Host ‘Die-In’ Outside of Hillel, Protesting Speaker
The protest, organized by members of the Palestine Solidarity Committee, involved students lying down near the entrance to Hillel.
Shabbat 1000
Approximately 800 students attended Shabbat 1000, hosted by Harvard Hillel and Chabad, in the Science Center Plaza on Friday evening.