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What do Bad Bunny and Bret Stephens have in common?
A few weeks ago, a student leader, Osher, came bopping into the office with a bold idea. What if we hosted a Shabbat dance party and got everyone from all the campuses to come together?
Did you know? Kind of a big deal!
Hillel of San Diego fuels our community’s leadership pipeline. I want to introduce you to Maya. If you’ve come to a Hillel event, you’ve probably seen her bustling around making sure everything runs smoothly. She’s our classic utility player – capable, smart, takes initiative, and eager to grow. A gift to any organization.
An Update on the Incident at Hillel of San Diego
I want to share a quick update on the incident that happened at Hillel of San Diego last week. But, before that, I want to thank you for showing up for us during this time. I received so many messages of concern and support. It meant the world to me, our team, and our students to know that the community was standing in solidarity with us.
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Our students didn’t back down. They showed up with pride, stood tall in the face of hostility, and reminded SDSU what Jewish strength really looks like. 👏
Not every student leader becomes an award-winning community builder, but Maya did. And, at Hillel of San Diego, we know EVERY student has the ✨potential.✨
Just a few years ago, Maya was a student leader at @sdsuhillel, planning big events, rallying her peers, and stepping fully into her leadership. We saw her talent and passion early.
Today, she’s an exceptional Hillel staff member investing that same leadership back into our students. No one embodies Hillel of San Diego’s values quite like Maya Satnick, and the entire San Diego community sees it, too. She was just awarded the (first-ever) Pauline and Stanley Foster Young Leadership Award. 🌟
Can we get mazels in the comments?! ⬇️
#jewishinsandiego #jewish #hillel #hillelofsandiego #hillelsd
So, what happens when you empower students to dream big, believe in their ideas, & follow through?! 👏
MAGIC (in the form of a cross-campus Shabbat/rave! 🇮🇱💙
We’re so proud of our students who executed and planned this incredible event— @osher.benhaim, the board of @shorashim_sdsu, & the board of @kesheratucsd! Kol HaKavod!
#jewishsandiego #jewishsd #hillel #hillelofsandiego #hillelsd
This past week, our up-and-coming campus leaders from all three schools spent the weekend at @thehivesd & @leichtagfdn learning, laughing, AND leveling up. 🌿💫
Between planning Shabbats (w/maximum ruach), swapping event ideas, and becoming instant bffs across @sdsuhillel, @usdhillel, @csusmhillel, and @ucsdhillel… let’s just say the leadership pipeline is looking ✨elite✨this year.
Proud of our students, obsessed with their energy, and VERY excited for what they’re already planning. 💪
#jewishsd #hillelofsd #hillelofsandiego #jewishsandiego #jewishnetworking
At the end of the day… it’s WHO you know. Heard that piece of advice before?! Us too…which is exactly why Jewish Networking Hub has become a staple in Hillel of San Diego’s programming. 🤝✨
We love connecting our driven, hard-working students with community members who can mentor them, help them land the internship of their dreams, or share valuable life lessons. 📚🤍
Take a look at what our students learned from last week’s event! 👀💼
#jewishsd #hillelofsd #hillelofsandiego #jewishsandiego #jewishnetworking
We are excited to share that the new Israel Fellow at Hillel of San Diego, based at UCSD is Klil Amar, from Kibbutz Gevim in Sha’ar HaNegev.
Klil is the first-ever Israel Fellow from Sha’ar HaNegev in San Diego, marking a meaningful milestone and the result of a long-standing partnership with our sister city, Sha’ar HaNegev.
We wish Klil great success in her role and are confident she will bring meaningful connections, values, and impact to the campus community.
Read more about Klil below:
Klil Amar is a first-year Jewish Agency Israel Fellow at the The University of California, San Diego (UCSD).
Klil Amar has been deeply involved in strengthening the connection between Israel and Jewish communities around the world. Her unique bond with the Jewish Diaspora has shaped both her personal and professional journey. From her Gap Year through the Jewish Agency in the San Diego Jewish community to her involvement through participating in and leading numerous youth delegations and Masa Israel Journey programs, to her role at the Sha’ar HaNegev Regional Council’s Department of External Relations. Throughout her various positions, Klil has dedicated herself to building meaningful relationships, fostering dialogue, and creating lasting bridges between Israel and Jewish communities worldwide.
She brings with her extensive experience in leadership, a deep sense of Zionism, and a passion for fostering cultural connections. Beyond her professional background, she is passionate about art and fashion design, enjoys music, Pilates, and traveling the world to explore new cultures.
She loves to share her personal Israeli story, shaped by her life as a resident of the Gaza Envelope, and sees it as her moral responsibility to speak about her Israeli identity, her deep connection to the land of Israel, and her Jewish heritage.
Klil is excited to begin her Shlichut, build cultural bridges, and showcase the most beautiful aspects of Israeli culture with the UCSD community.
This past week our students went to the Students Supporting Israel (SSI) National Conference. We are so proud of our SDSU SSI Chapter for receiving the Legacy Impact Chapter Award! 🏆✨
This recognition celebrates the passion, leadership, and impact students are making on campus every single day.
At Hillel of San Diego, we’re honored to support 23 student clubs across our 4 campuses, empowering students to build vibrant Jewish life, advocate with confidence, and show up for one another in meaningful ways.
This win belongs to our students and the future they’re shaping. 💙💛
Be part of our Jewish Networking Hub — a night of conversation, storytelling, and connection across generations of Jewish students, professionals and leaders.
✔ Hear from two outstanding speakers about building their careers and brands
✔ Connect with students, alumni, and fellow community members
✔ Enjoy a relaxed reception and networking environment
✔ Meet and support the emerging Jewish leaders shaping our community’s future!
Register today at Hillelsd.org/jnh26
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