Hillel Student Groups
Union of Jewish Students (UJS)
Is the student board that plans events that bring together Jewish students to create a vibrant Jewish campus community. UJS is responsible for creating a warm and welcoming Shabbat experience as well as working together with the Hillel staff to plan Holiday celebrations. In addition to celebrating holidays UJS also plans the quarterly Schmooze with the Jews, The Shpiel “Jewish Life Informational, and the annual Jewbillee week of celebrating the Jewish traditions with the campus community. Contact Daniel Friedman at defriedm@ucsd.edu.
Jewish College Representatives
Your first year at college can be overwhelming, but the JCRs are here to make the transition a little smoother, and much more fun! They are students who have just completed their freshman year, and are a wonderful resource for all things UCSD, Jewish or not. Need a professor recommendation? Ask your JCR. Need to know where Shabbat dinner is held? Ask your JCR. JCR’s also plan events to help you get to know other Jewish kids in your college. Make a connection, make a friend, say hi to your JCR! To find your JCR contact Leah Newman at lnewman@hillelsd.org.
Jewish Organization for Persian and Americans (JOPA)
JOPA is a social group that is meant to highlight the cultural details that make being Jewish so amazing. The intertwining of Judaism with a twist of Persian roots is embodied through events such as hookah nights, an annual Purim Party, weekly breakfasts, and much much more. Going into its 3rd year, the JOPA Family is excited to make this year bigger and better than ever! Dont be shy, we are very welcoming!!!! To learn more or give us any input, check out our facebook group or contact Navid Eshaghian at neshaghi@ucsd.edu.
Tritons for Israel
Tritons for Israel is the Pro-Israel student organization at UCSD. They are dedicated to raising awareness about Israel and Israeli culture, educating students, and promoting peace in the Middle East. For more information please contact Lior Abramson at labramso@ucsd.edu
Jewish Greek Life
Alpha Epsilon Pi
Alpha Epsilon Pi is the only national Jewish fraternity. AEPi’s role is to encourage and guide the Jewish student to become one of tomorrow’s leaders through dedication to Jewish heritage, ideals, values, and ethics. The bonds in AEPi run deeper than most organizations. The Chi Sigma Chapter has consistently been recognized for outstanding achievements on campus and nationally since its inception in 1997, including two “Chapter of the Year” awards and the highest GPA for eleven years in a row. For more information contact Jacob Braccio: jbraccio@ucsd.edu
AEPHi
AEPhi, the national Jewish sorority at UCSD, is a source of energy and sisterhood for the entire Jewish community on campus. Although it’s not exclusively Jewish, AEPhi tailors its events around the Jewish calendar, making sure to include both it’s Jewish and non-Jewish sisters in the fun! Contact Margot Schein at: lschein@ucsd.edu.