Jewish Learning Fellowship
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JLF is a 8-week experiential, conversational seminar for students looking to deepen their understanding of Judaism on their own terms. Together, we’ll answer the big stuff like Who am I? What communities am I a part of? Does being Jewish actually matter? We don’t have the answers, but together let's explore the tradition in a safe space and find your own place on your terms.
Timeline: Apply by February 12, Sessions Start February 25.
Session Dates: February 25, March 4, March 11, March 25, April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22
Shabbat Experience Friday, March 28
Questions? Email [email protected]
Shabbat Hosting Labs, Spring 2025 Applications are open!
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Applications due by February 6
Questions? Email [email protected]
JLF is a 8-week experiential, conversational seminar for students looking to deepen their understanding of Judaism on their own terms. Together, we’ll answer the big stuff like Who am I? What communities am I a part of? Does being Jewish actually matter? We don’t have the answers, but together let's explore the tradition in a safe space and find your own place on your terms.
Timeline: Apply by February 12, Sessions Start February 25.
Session Dates: February 25, March 4, March 11, March 25, April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22
Shabbat Experience Friday, March 28
Questions? Email [email protected]
Shabbat Hosting Labs, Spring 2025 Applications are open!
Apply Here
Applications due by February 6
Questions? Email [email protected]
JLF participant stipends are made possible by a generous grant from Hillel International.
Sponsorship of our JLF internship has been generously provided by Joel Lapin
in memory of his beloved parents Aaron and Anne Lapin of Worcester, Mass.
Sponsorship of our JLF internship has been generously provided by Joel Lapin
in memory of his beloved parents Aaron and Anne Lapin of Worcester, Mass.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is JLF different from other programs?
JLF is run by Hillel International’s Office of Innovation, in partnership with local campuses and communities. Our educators bring to bear a wide variety of Jewish backgrounds, experiences, and philosophies. Some of them are rabbis. You can get a stipend for participating in JLF, if you like. We are also a pluralistic, non-denominational project. We do not believe there is “one right way to be Jewish.” We also have a cooler looking logo.
What do I have to do to earn the stipend?
It’s only about the money for you, huh? To receive the stipend you must attend all eight sessions on time and attentively.
Who is eligible to apply for the fellowship?
Since most JLF seminars meet at a local campus Hillel, eligible applicants are currently enrolled as undergraduate students at that university or one of its affiliates. While JLF is a program rooted in Jewish study and in Jewish community, we do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.
Do I need a certain Jewish background to participate?
No, no background is necessary. JLF is open to students from a wide variety of Jewish backgrounds, expressions, and experiences!
But I'm so busy.
JLF meets once a week, for 8-10 weeks, for an hour and a half. Additionally, to make it worth your while, you should know that Fellows earn a stipend at the end of the semester.
Do I have to wear a black hat or grow a beard to participate?
Um, no. We usually wear jeans, but you do you.
JLF is run by Hillel International’s Office of Innovation, in partnership with local campuses and communities. Our educators bring to bear a wide variety of Jewish backgrounds, experiences, and philosophies. Some of them are rabbis. You can get a stipend for participating in JLF, if you like. We are also a pluralistic, non-denominational project. We do not believe there is “one right way to be Jewish.” We also have a cooler looking logo.
What do I have to do to earn the stipend?
It’s only about the money for you, huh? To receive the stipend you must attend all eight sessions on time and attentively.
Who is eligible to apply for the fellowship?
Since most JLF seminars meet at a local campus Hillel, eligible applicants are currently enrolled as undergraduate students at that university or one of its affiliates. While JLF is a program rooted in Jewish study and in Jewish community, we do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.
Do I need a certain Jewish background to participate?
No, no background is necessary. JLF is open to students from a wide variety of Jewish backgrounds, expressions, and experiences!
But I'm so busy.
JLF meets once a week, for 8-10 weeks, for an hour and a half. Additionally, to make it worth your while, you should know that Fellows earn a stipend at the end of the semester.
Do I have to wear a black hat or grow a beard to participate?
Um, no. We usually wear jeans, but you do you.
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