Students

local Jteen cohortAs a teen or college student embarking on your own independent Jewish journey, you can join the Greater Washington Jewish community through classes, programs and events listed here. Below you will see links to separate “teen” and “college” pages, where you can find resources that are best suited for you. All the cool and fun Jewish events and programs are included in the calendar listings on each page.

If you need assistance or more information, please contact Jconnect at jconnect@shalomdc.org or through the Contact Us page.

 

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Head over to the teen resource page to see a listing of travel programs, local youth movements, and social action projects.

Resources for College Students

Hillels on Campus

Enrich your college experience Jewishly!  Eleven colleges in the DC area have active Hillels. View the listing of local Hillels to learn what Hillel can offer you.

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Studying Abroad?

Enrich your study abroad experience through KAHAL. Working with local Jewish students, families, organizations, and community leaders, KAHAL connects Jewish students to exciting opportunities in local Jewish communities.

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Ask Big Questions

Engage in real conversations across political differences. Hillel International’s Ask Big Questions works with universities and organizations across North America that share our commitment to educating young adults in the habits and skills of listening, trust, and empathy that are essential to the future our nation and our world.

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Israel Advocacy on Campus

The organizations listed below have resources and activities on campus that educate and advocate for Israel. They span the political spectrum.

Events for Students

Revival and Ordeal: Polish Jews and Judaism Since the Fall of Communism

Sunday, February 2, 2025 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Tovanot: Rejecting the Binary, Embracing Dual Narratives – A Nuanced Understanding of Israel/Palestine

Sunday, February 2, 2025 - Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

First Friday Tot Shabbat & Family Service

Friday, February 7, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

ELTON JOHN/BILLY JOEL TRIBUTE CONCERT & DINNER

Saturday, February 8, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Making the Genealogy Center- Your Research Assistant

Sunday, February 9, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Introduction to Judaism

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 - Tuesday, June 24, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

First Friday Tot Shabbat & Family Service

Friday, March 7, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible

Introducing the Geni World Family Tree

Sunday, March 16, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Wheelchair Accessible