Passover has always been a story of transformation – and in times like these, its lessons feel more urgent than ever.
Rabbi Professor Dalia Marx joins KAN English to explore how Passover’s themes can ground us and inspire resilience in chaotic times.
Listen now: omny.fm/shows/kan-en...
As the Middle East — indeed, the world — stands at a critical crossroads, President Andrew Rehfeld’s new op-ed in eJewishPhilanthropy offers a powerful lens through which to understand this moment.
Read the full piece: ejewishphilanthropy.com/purims-two-h...
How do we add life to our longer lives?
In this piece, Rabbis Laura Geller '76 and Beth Lieberman explore the rituals that help us mark the transitions of midlife and beyond, and why they matter now more than ever.
ejewishphilanthropy.com/creating-rit...
Congrats to Ella Cooperman Schachter (Penn Hillel + Zelikow School) on receiving Hillel International’s Richard M. Joel Exemplar of Excellence Award! Her values‑driven leadership and student-focused work continue to inspire.
Read more: huc.edu/news/meet-th...
We've launched a transformative, integrative rabbinical school curriculum, the most comprehensive redesign in decades.
At its core is the new Jewish Textual Interpretation (JTI) course: co-taught, multidisciplinary, and rooted in applied Jewish wisdom.
huc.edu/news/reimagi...
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“We each bring our own light.”
Three of our rabbinical students brought theirs to Washington, D.C., advocating for human dignity, democracy, and Jewish values at the Consultation on Conscience.
Read their reflections: huc.edu/news/student...
Mazal tov to faculty member Rabbi Wendy Zierler, Ph.D. whose book, “Going Out with Knots: My Two Kaddish Years with Hebrew Poetry”, was just shortlisted for the 75th National Jewish Book Awards!
Read more about her work: huc.edu/news/people-...
The Knesset recently honored 90 years since Rabbi Regina Jonas’s historic ordination as the first woman rabbi. We joined the occasion with powerful reflections on equality, resilience & the future of Jewish leadership. #HUC #history #JewishLeadership #jewishlearning
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“The class feels like a gift.”
This fall, our alumni came together for a Talmud class led by Rabbi Dvora Weisberg, Ph.D. that turned study into healing.
Discover how ancient texts inspired modern repair: huc.edu/news/teachin...
Jewish life thrives in unexpected places. From Montana to Alaska to Texas, Hebrew Union College rabbinical students are bringing leadership, learning, and creativity to communities far from major cities.
Discover their stories of connection, resilience, and joy. Read more: huc.edu/news/serving...
As we welcome the High Holy Days, we reflect on the blessings of community, tradition, and purpose.
We pray, Avinu Malkeinu, renew us for a year of goodness.
We can’t wait to see this iconic space reimagined for Hebrew Union College’s future. Read more about the renovation here: huc.edu/news/hebrew-...
Another photo of the First Battery Armory in Manhattan, taken from the opposite angle.
Highlights include high-tech classrooms, hybrid learning environments, a beit midrash for Torah and Talmud study, a new library, and even art exhibitions—all in one stunning landmark building.
We’ve tapped the renowned firm Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners to transform the space into a cutting-edge campus for learning, leadership, and community.
Photo of the First Battery Armory in Manhattan, a symmetrical brick-and-granite structure that stands three stories tall.
📢 Exciting news: Hebrew Union College is breathing new life into the historic First Battery Armory Building on West 66th Street!
Happy birthday Rabbi Sally Priesand '72! The first woman ordained as a rabbi in the U.S.! A trailblazer among trailblazers, Rabbi Priesand broke barriers and opened doors for generations of women in Jewish leadership. Today, we celebrate her courage, legacy, & the leaders she continues to inspire.
Even in uncertain times, our Taube Family Campus in Jerusalem proudly flies the Pride flag as a symbol of hope, resilience, and inclusivity. Wishing a meaningful Pride Month to our LGBTQ+ community and allies.
In our new Faculty Composer Spotlight, we feature Elana Arian, whose music is a practice of sacred connection. Through teaching, composing, & performing, Arian invites Jewish communities to lead with empathy, build bridges across difference, & connect in times of uncertainty: huc.edu/news/faculty...
Check it out, our latest Impact newsletter just hit your inbox! From ordinations to family legacies, our latest newsletter is packed with joy, purpose, and powerful stories.
Take a look at these stories and more: mailchi.mp/huc/hebrew-u...
Mazal tov to our newest rabbis, ordained in Cincinnati! May you continue to lead with wisdom, character, and creativity. On this day, we got to hear from Dr. Ed Septimus, Board of Governors and Rabbi Dvora Weisberg ’11, Ph.D. Stay tuned for more highlights, read more here: huc.edu/news/cincinn...
Our Year-In-Israel students came together on the Taube Family Campus in Jerusalem campus to welcome Shabbat one last time as a cohort before heading home to the States, and then on to the second year of their Hebrew Union College journey. What a great first year, we look forward to seeing them next!
Today marks the anniversary of Cantor Barbara Ostfeld's '75 historic ordination; which not only broke barriers but opened doors for generations to come. We’re proud to share this video from Founders’ Day, celebrating Cantor Ostfeld and the lasting impact of her voice and vision: vimeo.com/1062069100
Today in history, Rabbi Alysa Stanton '09 was ordained at Hebrew Union College, becoming the first African American woman rabbi in North America. Her trailblazing journey, rooted in spiritual leadership, healing, and interfaith dialogue, continues to inspire future generations across the world.
Recently, we celebrated graduation in Cincinnati with a day of learning, resilience, and purpose. Our graduates were honored not just for what they’ve achieved, but for how they’ve grown: committed to truth, shaped by tradition, and prepared to lead.
Read more here: huc.edu/news/cincinn...
A beloved Hebrew Union College tradition: the family photo at Hava Nashira! We were proud to see such a terrific turnout of students, faculty, and alumni from across our programs.
Grateful to Sing Unto God for making #hava25 so joyful and inspiring! 🙏🎶
Mazal tov to our newest rabbis who were ordained yesterday on our Los Angeles campus! We're so proud of them and all they represent for the future of Jewish leadership. It was an honor to witness their journey, and we can’t wait to see the impact they will make in their communities.
Graduation and ordination season is underway! From honoring new rabbis and cantors to recognizing alumni for 25 years of service, we’re marking milestones with joy, reflection, and music. The celebrations continue in Los Angeles and Cincinnati this month: mailchi.mp/huc/hebrew-u...
What an honor to welcome Women of Reform Judaism leaders Jane Karlin, Karen Sim, and Shoshana Dweck to Hebrew Union College in NY! Joined by President Andrew Rehfeld, Ph.D. and Board Chair David B. Edelson, they celebrated the ordination class of 2025/5785 — the future leaders of Reform Judaism.
Rabbi Lisa D. Grant, Ph.D., delivered today’s Ordination Address in New York, celebrating the vision and dedication of our newest rabbis and cantors. Mazel tov to them all—your leadership is already shaping a brighter Jewish future!
#HebrewUnionCollege2025 #HUCLeaders #HebrewUnionCollege #MazalTov
As we get ready to celebrate our Class of 2000 alumni, we’re looking back at some of the joyful moments, like our 25-Year Alumni kickoff call. The energy, excitement, and connection were palpable—and we can’t wait to continue the celebration! Join us in wishing them all the best on this milestone.