UMBC Hillel Kol Yisrael Application

In moments of challenge and conflict, the Jewish people have continuously used both learning and community-building as a form of resilience. This new Kol Yisrael: Peoplehood, Resilience & Antisemitism curriculum aims to do just that. This content is designed to support students in claiming positive Jewish identity, even while navigating antisemitism, contemporary discourse around Israel, and the nuances of Jewish experiences in the 21st century.

Kol Yisrael a 6-week cohort learning experience to explore big ideas and big questions animating the contemporary Israeli discourse. The name, Kol Yisrael, embodies the aim and methodology of this curriculum. In Hebrew, the word Kol (כל) means “all”. While we can’t provide “all” perspectives and narratives on the questions raised here, it is our aspiration to make our tent wider, to invite more voices to the table, and to cultivate resilient empathy for diverse perspectives. Each session presents competing, value-based narratives that open a discussion not only surrounding the question at hand, but also why those who disagree have compelling reasons to do so. Participants will receive a $150 stipend after completing the 6 one-hour sessions and a short survey.

We will meet weekly starting the week of 2/26. Students that sign up by 2/15 get to vote on the meeting day and time from the following times: Mondays to Fridays between 11am to 4pm.

All levels or lack of prior Jewish/Israel learning experience are welcome. While all are welcome regardless of religious identity, the curriculum is designed primarily for Jewish students, and it is not an introduction to Judaism course. If you have any questions, please contact Danielle Baron, Director of Israel and Engagement, at dhb@umbc.edu. 


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Kol Yisrael is a program of Hillel International on over 80 campuses across North America! Should you be accepted to the program, you will receive occasional communications from Hillel International, such as contests and surveys to help Hillel understand your experience in the program.
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