WELCOME TO HILLEL FALL QUARTER 08

Shalom,

I want to welcome all of the new Jewish freshman on campus to their first quarter away from home; furthermore, I want to welcome back all returning students. I hope that your quarter is off to a good start and that your classes are going well. I just wanted to keep everybody updated with all of the necessary information regarding Hillel in the next few weeks.

First things first, this friday evening we will be hosting a shabbat dinner at 7:30pm at the Shalom Center. the shalom center is located at 102 Highland which is just up the street from the library, and just across the street from the ridgeway dorms. Doors will open at 7:00pm. I do ask that you please RSVP for this event so that we can prepare enough food for everyone that is coming.

Second, High Holydays are approaching very quickly. If you need a place to go for services please contact us right away for more information. Congregation Beth Israel, the local synagogue, has graciously invited us to their services at no charge. Transportation will be arranged if necessary. Again high holydays start this monday evening, so please let us know ASAP if you plan on attending.

Third, We have been asked if any Jewish students on Western's campus would like to volunteer at the annual Pacific Northwest AIPAC dinner in exchange for free access to the dinner and the speakers. If you would like more information about this opportunity please let me know right away. The event will take place on the evening of October 5th.

Finally, Keep your eyes peeled for several upcoming events. The Pacific Northwest Retreat for all of the Hillel's across the region. It is a weekend retreat down at Camp Solomon Schecter just outside of Olympia, Washington that is a total blast. Also this Tuesday we will be hosting a Rosh Hashanah "Sweet Fest," Join us in devouring down tons of sweets in honor of the sweet new year. Also watch for the next posting that will have our complete fall quarter line up.

If you have any questions or you have a jewish related need feel free to reach me by email at Hillelwwu@gmail.com

L'shana Tova and Shabbat Shalom,

Max Stahlberg
President, Hillel of Western Washington University

See you next year!

Hillel will not have meetings this summer, but please join us on Tuesday, September 23rd for our Beginning of the Year BBQ. More details will be posted in the coming months!

Best wishes for our 2008 graduates: Adam Levine, Rachel Hansen and Anna Talvi.

See you in September!
Hillel of WWU

End of Year BBQ, other announcements

It has truly been an exciting year for Hillel of WWU. Thank you to student leaders, partnering clubs, the community board, and most importantly those of you who attend our events! It wouldn't be possible without you!

Our last event of the quarter will be held on Tuesday, June 3rd at Boulevard Park. We will be having a BBQ complete with games and other activities. There is public transportation that goes right by the park, and we will also be offering carpools from Shalom Center which will meet at 7:00. Vegetarian options will be available. Bring a friend!

Next year we have exciting programs in the works, including bi-monthly Shabbat dinners at the Shalom Center and an interfaith group called "Cafe Shalom" on select Monday evenings throughout the year. Keep checking the blog over the summer for more updates!

Have a wonderful summer,
Anna

Thank You

Thank you to everybody who made Holocaust Remembrance Week and Israel @ 60 Week a success. Hillel continues to strive to bring new and dynamic programming to both Bellingham's Jewish community and Western Washington University's campus community. Without your support this would never have been possible.

Thank you:
Max Stahlberg
Anna Talvi
Adam Levine
Galit Oren
Rani Shakh
The Stahlberg Family
The Jaffe Family
The Schwartz Family
Celt Schira
Marcia Lippman
Steve Globerman
Ayal Levi
Rabbi Cindy Enger
Reverend Chris Berry
Dr. Ray Wolpow
STAND of WWU
WWU Lutheran Student Movement
Hillel of WWU
Associated Students of WWU
University Dining Services
Shalom Center
Everybody who somehow dedicated time to this project (if we have forgotten to name you, please email!)

Thank you,
Hillel of WWU

FALAFEL FEED TOMORROW!

Israel is 60, and to finish off two weeks packed with events on campus, we are very excited to be hosting our FALAFEL FEED!

$5.00 admission will get you a trip to our fantastic falafel buffet, where we will be serving falafel sandwiches, three different types of Israeli salads and an assortment of beverages. Dance the night away to Israeli hits and participate in a drawing for prizes!

This event is being held TOMORROW: Thursday, May 8th from 7:00-10:00 in the MAC Gym in the Wade King Recreation Center. This is open to the public.

B'Shalom,
Anna

It's never too late to join Hillel

Hillel of WWU does some of its largest and most popular programs during Spring Quarter. New membership is always welcomed!

See for yourself during these coming events:

May 5th- "Walk on Water" showing at Communications Facility, room 110. Snacks and beverages provided.

May 6th- Former IDF member Ayal Levi speaks with students about Israel. Fraser Lecture Hall, room 4.

May 8th- FALAFEL FEED. Fully-catered falafel buffet accompanied by a night of Israeli dance music, partying and prizes. Rec Center, MAC gym (in the back of the building). Cost: $5.

May 13th- Photo Scavenger Hunt

May 20th- Game night and ice cream social

May 27th- Interfaith tolerance program

June 3rd- End of the year BBQ at Boulevard Park

I hope to see new faces during the last few weeks of this quarter. Good luck with midterms!

B'Shalom,
Anna

Looking for Leadership Opportunities?

There are always opportunities to be a student leader within Hillel. We are currently seeking board members for the 2008-2009 academic year, social programmers, community/university liaisons and volunteers for our events. We have positions that fit all levels of time commitment--please visit me during my office hours (Tuesdays 6-7:30 upstairs in the Shalom Center) or email hillelwwu@gmail.com if you are interested.

Don't forget--next week we have Holocaust Remembrance Week followed by Israel @ 60! Tell your friends!

B'Shalom,
Anna