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"Greek" Out
Come celebrate Chanukkah by dressing as your favorite Greek myth! Play dresidel, win prizes, and enjoy delicious food.
Breaking Bread, Building Bonds
Join us for a community dinner aimed at building understanding and ending bias, hate, and discrimination.
Catered with kosher, halal, and vegetarian options to welcome all
Career & Wellness Office Hours
Have questions, goals, or ideas? Drop by Career & Wellness Office Hours on the 2nd floor of the Rosenthal Library_to chat with Em, Senior Director of Wellness.
Dreidel Spin-off Spectacular
Celebrate Chanukah with dreidel decorating, delicious kosher latkes + snacks, and a fun spinning contest! - Everyone's welcome to join the festivities and try to "coin" the title of Superior Dreidel Spinner!
Cat Cafe Wellness Break
Join us for a low-key cat café hangout to practice intentional rest, connection, and recharge with kitties and a warm drink before finals.
The Challah Hangout
Join us for our co-ed Challah Decorating!
Make New Friends
Add your creative Touch
Share Traditions and stories
Cafe Ivrit
Join us for a relaxed space to practice
Hebrew, connect with friends, and enjoy a taste of Israeli culture!
Stories to Remember
Come listen to Holocaust survivors as they share their personal experiences of resilience, loss, and survival.
Bear witness to their stories firsthand and learn to carry their memories forward.
ALL students are welcome to come bear witness.
Kosher Lunch provided.
Questions? Reach out to wellnessregina@qchillel.org
Lavish Koobideh Fiesta
Enjoy authentic Persian Jewish food, music, and culture while learning about the rich heritage of Persian Jewry in a fun, welcoming setting!
SU 206
Jewish Fantasy Book Club
Join us for a lecture and discussion about the intersectionality of Judaism and fantasy!
Featured Lecturer: Professort Veronica Schanoes
Featured Book: Night Owls, by A.R. Vishny
SU 206
Fresh Start Workshop
Ready to set yourself up for success? Join CUNY Career Connect for an interactive workshop to reflect, set meaningful career goals that align with your values, and create a personalized action plan for your next steps.
Kosher lunch included!
Market Meet and Greet Sign
Come learn about our grocery program, discover how it works, and connect with neighbors over food and fun. This open house is a chance to explore the resource, ask questions, and take home your own custom tote bag!
🍎 Grocery Program Open House
🥗 Enjoy a Kosher Lunch
🛍️ Make Your Own Tote Bag Activity
📅 Wednesday, October 22, 2025
🕛 Free Hour: 12:15-1:30pm
SU206 - Ellen Koppelman Lounge
Questions? wellnessregina@qchillel.org
Edible Sukkah Competition
Ever wondered what makes a sukkah kosher? Join us for a sweet celebration of Sukkot as we kick things off with a short, interactive learning about the rules and meaning behind building a sukkah.
Then, put your creativity to the test in our Edible Sukkah Making Competition! Using candy, cookies, pretzels, and other delicious treats, you’ll design and construct your very own sukkah masterpiece.
✨ All building materials (read: candy!) will be provided.
Bring your sweet tooth, your building skills, and your holiday spirit!
Thursday October 9th. 12:15 - 1:30 pm
Queens Hillel Sukkah - Outside the Student Union
Questions? Adam@qchillel.org
***Event is run in collaboration with Queens Hillel, JLIC, Hillel Student Association, Nachalah, Persian Club, and Bukharian Culture Club***
October 7th Memorial Ceremony
Gather with us to remember the attacks on October 7th. As a united Jewish community on campus, we will hear video testimony and focus our hearts on the hostages.
All students are invited to learn about the events that happened on October 7, 2023 and pray together, before we leave campus for the holiday of Sukkot with our families and friends.
Help us to send a message of peace and hope to Israel.
Monday, October 6th - 12:15-1:30pm SU206 - Goldberg Family Studio and Ellen Koppelman Lounge.
Questions? Eden@qchillel.org
Sukkah Decorating b’Ivrit (in Hebrew)
Think coffee shop vibes… but in Hebrew! Join us for Sukkah Decorating b’Ivrit (in Hebrew) on Tuesday morning. A relaxed space to practice your Hebrew, connect with friends, and help beautify our Sukkah!
All levels of Hebrew are welcome to come with curiosity. Whether you know just a few words or you’re already fluent, you are welcome here.
No homework, no pressure, just good vibes, new words, and new friends.
Kosher snacks and coffee will be provided.
Tuesday, September 30 - 10:45-11:45 am
In the Queens Hillel Sukkah!
Queens Hillel Sukkah Build
Join Queens Hillel as we build our QC campus Sukkah! Volunteers needed, contact adam@qchillel.org for details.
Freshman Sushi Soiree
Ready to roll into the semester? Start your college journey with a fun afternoon rolling your own sushi. Get to meet new people and connect with staff!
Thursday, September 18 - 12:15 - 1:30
QC Dining Hall - Q-Side Lounge
So, You Wanna Be a Thinkubator
Have an idea for an event or initiative? Not sure where to start?
Come hang and learn about the Thinkubator, Queens Hillel’s idea creation process, where you’ll learn how to turn your vision into reality. You’ll hear from fellow students who have launched their own experiences, connect with like-minded creators, and get hands-on experience designing an initiative of your own. Whether your idea is big or small, we’re here to help you bring it to life.
Kosher lunch provided!
Thursday, September 18
12:15-1:30pm
SU 206 - Ellen Koppelman Lounge
Questions? Wellnessem@qchillel.org
Shabbat But Not Really
Join us for a Shabbat experience to all Queens College students, regardless of their religious level or relationship to Judaism. All are welcome!
Come enjoy a delicious kosher dinner, while experiencing the magic of Shabbat…just not on a Friday! Spend time with friends and meet new people!
Kosher "Not Really Shabbat" Dinner provided
Monday, September 15, 5:30pm
SU206 Ellen Koppelman Lounge
Questions? Email: Amitai@qchillel.org
Welcome Back Shabbat
Class is in session! Join us as we go back to the basics with Shabbat 101: Welcome Back Shabbat.
All students are welcome for our first Shabbat experience of the new school year.
Whether you celebrate Shabbat every week, or this is your first time, we're here for you.
Schedule of events listed below:
Schedule:
Friday, September 12
6:45pm - Orthodox Minyan/Alternative Option
7:45pm - Shabbat Dinner - (RSVP Required)
9:00pm - ***Dessert and Games***
Location: QC Dining Hall (Patio Room and Q-Side)
Saturday, September 13
10:00am - Orthodox Minyan
11:00am - Kiddush (Light Snacks and Blessings)
12:00pm - Potluck Lunch
3:00pm - Shabbat Party (Snacks, Hangout)
Location: Student Union 206 (Ellen Koppelman Lounge, Beit Midrash, Goldberg Family Studio
Questions? Adam@qchillel.org
Career Kick Off
Feeling Stuck on Your Career Path? We’ve Got You.
Not sure what to do with your major? Confused about resumes? Struggling to find internships? CUNY Career Connect is here to support you!
Join us for our Career Kickoff Event where you will:
Meet the CUNY Career Connect team
Discover the career resources and services available to you
Share your thoughts on what career, job, or internship support you need this yearWe’re here to help you figure it out — you don’t have to navigate this alone.
Kosher lunch included!
Tuesday, 9/9/25 - 12:15-1:30pm
SU206 - Ellen Koppelman Lounge
Jewish Fables and Philosophy
Join us for an engaging exploration of Jewish fables and their profound philosophical insights. Led by Abby Kogan '25, this 6-Week cohort is open to students of all levels of experience with Jewish learning. Whether you're a seasoned learner, or just starting out, this is a space for you!
Dates: 10/22, 10/29, 11/05, 11/12
Time: 5:00-6:15 PM
Location: SU 206 - Beit Midrash at the Hillel
Each session will delve into a specific theme or issue, examining how Jewish fables relate to our lives today. Enjoy enlightening discussions and a delicious dinner while gaining a deeper appreciation for Jewish wisdom and storytelling.
Registration Link to Sign Up
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with your Jewish heritage and explore timeless tales of meaning and inspiration.