Over breakfast, we’ll bring questions from our lives (interpersonal, spiritual, or intellectual) and think through them using Jewish and non-Jewish texts that offer multiple ways of considering what’s at stake.
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Steak Break
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Take a break from the academic grind for a great meal and even better conversation. Enjoy a premium kosher steak dinner cooked by Rabbi Yoni Ganger while exploring big questions about meaning, ethics, relationships, personal growth, and what makes for a life well lived. Good food, thoughtful conversation, and a chance to pause, reflect, and connect with other students.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Steak BreakTake a break from the academic grind for a great meal and even better conversation. Enjoy a premium kosher steak dinner cooked by Rabbi Yoni Ganger while exploring big questions...
Jewish Learning Fellowship
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
7:45 pm - 9:45 pm
The Fellowship is open to any Freshman who wants to learn in a welcoming community. No previous Jewish learning or religious practice is expected, and students of all political perspectives are welcome.
Come with your questions. Learn with others. Build lasting friendships and a sense of belonging in a Jewish space.
INFO:
7:45-9:45pm Wednesdays, beginning September 9
DINNER served each session
Stipend of $300 paid to each Fellow who attends all sessions!
Questions? Email elisha@hillel.harvard.edu
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Jewish Learning FellowshipThe Fellowship is open to any Freshman who wants to learn in a welcoming community. No previous Jewish learning or religious practice is expected, and students of all political perspectives...
Parsha with Pammy
Thursday, September 17, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Harvard Hillel’s Mashgicha Ruchanit (Orthodox spiritual advisor and educator) Pammy for a lively, low-key conversation about the week’s Torah portion—exploring what it has to say about our lives, questions, and the world today.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Parsha with PammyJoin Harvard Hillel's Mashgicha Ruchanit (Orthodox spiritual advisor and educator) Pammy for a lively, low-key conversation about the week’s Torah portion—exploring what it has to say about our lives, questions,...
Mishmar
Thursday, September 17, 2026
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Thursday nights are for pre-Shabbat learning, lively conversation, and connecting with friends. Drop in for a short teaching from a student or rabbi, dive into a Jewish text or question, and ease into Shabbat together.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
MishmarThursday nights are for pre-Shabbat learning, lively conversation, and connecting with friends. Drop in for a short teaching from a student or rabbi, dive into a Jewish text or question,...
Oyntology
Friday, September 18, 2026
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Over breakfast, we’ll bring questions from our lives (interpersonal, spiritual, or intellectual) and think through them using Jewish and non-Jewish texts that offer multiple ways of considering what’s at stake.
Over breakfast, we’ll bring questions from our lives (interpersonal, spiritual, or intellectual) and think through them using Jewish and non-Jewish texts that offer multiple ways of considering what’s at stake.
Bagel Brunch
Sunday, September 20, 2026
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Start your week with Bagel Brunch at Harvard Hillel. We’ve got fresh bagels, schmear, and lox- plus a space to catch up with friends or meet new ones. Everyone’s welcome to stop by for good food and good company. Hope to see you there!
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Bagel BrunchStart your week with Bagel Brunch at Harvard Hillel. We've got fresh bagels, schmear, and lox- plus a space to catch up with friends or meet new ones. Everyone's welcome...
Steak Break
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Take a break from the academic grind for a great meal and even better conversation. Enjoy a premium kosher steak dinner cooked by Rabbi Yoni Ganger while exploring big questions about meaning, ethics, relationships, personal growth, and what makes for a life well lived. Good food, thoughtful conversation, and a chance to pause, reflect, and connect with other students.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Steak BreakTake a break from the academic grind for a great meal and even better conversation. Enjoy a premium kosher steak dinner cooked by Rabbi Yoni Ganger while exploring big questions about meaning, ethics, relationships, personal growth, and what makes for a life well lived. Good food, thoughtful conversation, and a chance to pause, reflect, and...
Jewish Learning Fellowship
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
7:45 pm - 9:45 pm
The Fellowship is open to any Freshman who wants to learn in a welcoming community. No previous Jewish learning or religious practice is expected, and students of all political perspectives are welcome.
Come with your questions. Learn with others. Build lasting friendships and a sense of belonging in a Jewish space.
INFO:
7:45-9:45pm Wednesdays, beginning September 9
DINNER served each session
Stipend of $300 paid to each Fellow who attends all sessions!
Questions? Email elisha@hillel.harvard.edu
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Jewish Learning FellowshipThe Fellowship is open to any Freshman who wants to learn in a welcoming community. No previous Jewish learning or religious practice is expected, and students of all political perspectives are welcome. Come with your questions. Learn with others. Build lasting friendships and a sense of belonging in a Jewish space. INFO: 7:45-9:45pm Wednesdays, beginning...
Parsha with Pammy
Thursday, September 24, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Harvard Hillel’s Mashgicha Ruchanit (Orthodox spiritual advisor and educator) Pammy for a lively, low-key conversation about the week’s Torah portion—exploring what it has to say about our lives, questions, and the world today.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Parsha with PammyJoin Harvard Hillel's Mashgicha Ruchanit (Orthodox spiritual advisor and educator) Pammy for a lively, low-key conversation about the week’s Torah portion—exploring what it has to say about our lives, questions, and the world today.
Mishmar
Thursday, September 24, 2026
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Thursday nights are for pre-Shabbat learning, lively conversation, and connecting with friends. Drop in for a short teaching from a student or rabbi, dive into a Jewish text or question, and ease into Shabbat together.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
MishmarThursday nights are for pre-Shabbat learning, lively conversation, and connecting with friends. Drop in for a short teaching from a student or rabbi, dive into a Jewish text or question, and ease into Shabbat together.
Oyntology
Friday, September 25, 2026
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Over breakfast, we’ll bring questions from our lives (interpersonal, spiritual, or intellectual) and think through them using Jewish and non-Jewish texts that offer multiple ways of considering what’s at stake.
Over breakfast, we’ll bring questions from our lives (interpersonal, spiritual, or intellectual) and think through them using Jewish and non-Jewish texts that offer multiple ways of considering what’s at stake.
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