The Jewish Student Union at the College of New Jersey is a small organization, but is one of the most active on campus. The Jewish community is growing quickly, yet is still small enough to accommodate most students' needs. Between 1 and 3 events are scheduled per week, including religious, social, and community service activities. All activities throughout the year are free of charge and there is no charge to join the Jewish Student Union. Additionally, all of our activities and events are open to the public and members are encouraged to bring both Jewish and non-Jewish friends.

Religious activities include:

• Friday Night Shabbat Dinners and Services
• Havdalah Services
• Sukkah Building
• Lighting of Campus Menorah
• Tu B'Shevat Celebration
• Passover Seders
• And Much More...

Cultural activities include:

• Holocaust speakers
• Programs about Israel
• Holiday Parties
• Baking Jewish Food
• And Much More...

Social activities include:

• Bagel Brunches
• Bowling
• Poker / Game Night
• Ice Skating
• Pizza Parties
• Apple Picking
• And Much More...

In addition every March, to commemorate Jewish Awareness Month, programming is greatly increased with to at least 3 events per week including a keynote speaker, a family Shabbat Dinner and service, a campus-wide community service project, social activities, and other great programs.

The Jewish Student Union is constantly expanding in size and presence on the campus of the College of New Jersey. With each year, programming is greatly increased in quantity and quality.

"I've found the other students who go to Hillel events to be very friendly and welcoming. I personally really like all of the social programs."

Jason Gubi, '02

"Having the common background of my Jewish faith is one of the main reasons I enjoy 'hanging out' with my fellow JSU members. This common background is important during my college years when there are many distractions and directions that are available to me. It's a relaxed atmosphere with a balance of social and religious events. It gives me the opportunity to both renew friendships and meet new Jewish students."

Elissa Williams, '03

"As a Jew-by-choice, I have found JSU to be a highly valuable resource. Not just for the amount of education the organization provides, but also the spiritual support. JSU also has so many programs throughout each semester, from bagel brunches to off campus services, that it provides a nice break from all the academic work. I'm really happy with the Jewish community, albeit small, that I've found here at TCNJ."

C. Keiko Suwa, '04

"Being Jewish is being connected to a long history and a part of a wonderful community."

Josh, '03