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Israel

Boston University Hillel works with student and the community to create a fun an educational representation of Israel for our students. Want to learn more about Israel, the country’s connection to the Jewish people, how Israel is displayed on campus and/or ways to visit Israel? Click on the appropriate links below!

 

Boston University Hillel’s Taglit Birthright Israel Trip

Registration opens on February 14th, 2012 for previous applicants and on February 15th, 2012 for ALL applicants. Click here for more info or to register!

Note: If you have any questions througout the whole registration process, please call 617-353-1096 or email ksp87@bu.edu.

 

Israel on Campus

Boston University has a strong Israel supportive community. However, Israel does come under attack here as it does on many college campuses through out the country.  Therefore, it is important for you to help Israel by educating your peers at Boston University about her!

Israel Peace Week 2012: dates TBD
Specifics on programs will be posted shortlyFor questions contact: KateLynn at ksp87@bu.edu

Stay up to date on the latest news from Israel:
Jerusalem Post online in English

Israel-related events in Boston:
Israel events and programs on college campuses around Bostonhttp://www.jewishboston.com/
Find roommates, kosher food, events and more!

The Official Blog of Israel

Israel Beyond the conflict
search for articles and information about ANYTHING pertaining to Israel.

Get Involved with Israel on campus! Email the addresses below with your name and email to be put on the student group’s email list:

BU Students for Israel (BUSI) Boston University's Israel cultural and political group: bustudentsforisrael@gmail.com  

Arab-Israeli Peace Alliance (AIPA):
benkal@bu.edu

 

 

Get Back to Israel!

Not eligible for Birthright, or are you a Birthright alumnus who would like to go back? See below about various programs to go back to Israel. Please contact KateLynn at bubirthright@gmail.com or 617-353-1096 with questions and inquiries about these programs and more!


Long-term Programs
(semester abroad, post-graduation opportunities or programs lasting 5 months or longer)

Masa Israel Programs
www.masaisrael.org.il

Visit MASA’s website to view various kinds of Israel long-term (5+ mos.) programs ranging from volunteer, Hebrew ulpan, Jewish learning, internships, and more!

Israel University Consortium
www.israelstudy.net


Short-term Programs
(less than 5 months)
There are hundreds of opportunities available for short-term volunteering, studying, learning, interning, and much more. Below are a few links to programs. Again, to find the best program for you or ask questions about a program you see below, contact KateLynn Plotnick at bubirthright@gmail.com 617-353-1096

To name a popular few:

Volunteering:

BU Hillel’s JNF Alternative Spring Break in Israel
http://www.jnf.org/asb/

Judaic Studies:

Meor- Visit Israel
http://www.meor.org/visitisrael/overview.asp

Israel Education and Advocacy:

Hasbara Fellowships
http://www.israelactivism.com/

To view more extensive lists of programs:

Israel Travel Programs
www.israelexperience.com

Israel University Consortium
www.israelstudy.net

Kibbutz living and Ulpan programs
www.kibbutzprogramcenter.org

*Scholarships for Israel Programs:Various scholarships may be available for Israel programs from national organizations, organizations in your home town, or your local Hillel. Contact KateLynn Plotnick at bubirthright@gmail.com 617-353-1096 to learn about scholarship opportunities.