Did you know that California State University students can study abroad with one-year programs in Jerusalem, Tel-Aviv, and Haifa?  CSU system-wide study abroad programs in Israel allow you earn college credit that will be directly placed on your CSU transcript.  You can even use your current financial aid to cover the costs.  No prior Hebrew language study required.  Must be of Junior (3rd year) standing and have a m...

On Sunday 29 April, Beach Hillel held its annual end of year brunch in the beautiful backyard of Barbara & Leon Shoag. In addition to a nice array of brunch food, Rachel Kaplan, the Beach Hillel director addressed the crowd, followed by a d'var Torah by Rabbi Drew Kaplan. A handing out of gifts to graduating seniors included havdallah sets, as they are about to set off in their own new lives. Phyllis...

Last night, Beach Hillel held its last of four monthly Jewish learning events of the semester. As a way of finishing up the semester before exams, Beach Hillel held an Ask the Rabbi session alongside some great ice creams and ice cream toppings. The idea to involve ice cream with learning came from having a similar successful event in the fall. The laid-back atmosphere and style of the event was excellent, since...

Beach Hillel wants to thank everyone who participated in Monster Menorah 2012. The menorahs that were submitted were creative, original, and told their own stories. The votes have been counted and after a close competition we have a winner. Congratulations to Triston Nguy  on winning the $200 grand prize for his "Tusks of Men, Trunks of Orah" menorah . Happy Chanukkah!

This week, Long Beach Hillel students will be going on a Taglit-Birthright Israel trip along with students from the Hillels at University of Delaware and University of Wisconsin. We are so excited for our students to be heading off on this special trip, as students from previous trips have all tremendously enjoyed them. Prior to going on the trip, students attended three orientation sessions, over the...