Bridging the Divide is UMass Hillel’s initiative to create and strengthen bridges across difference at UMass Amherst. Throughout the school year, students build mutually beneficial relationships with leaders from diverse UMass communities to create authentic partnerships. These partnerships are based on understanding each other’s values and perspectives in order to find a common ground between individuals and communities that leads to solidarity and empathy.

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​Join our Bridging the Divide Internship to make a difference on campus!
​To get in touch with the internship supervisor, click HERE.

Israel Uncovered Trip

A component of the Bridging the Divide Initiative is the UMass Hillel Israel Uncovered trip, which brings Jewish and non-Jewish student leaders to Israel giving them first-hand experience with Israel’s dynamic and complex society. 
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Over 10 days, student leaders immerse themselves in Israel society, learn about Israeli history, meet with Israeli political, cultural, religious, and grassroots leaders, and forge bonds to take action upon return to campus.

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