Israel
Our goal for students is to experience Israel through immersive, educational, and engaging programs and trips in order to form a personal relationship with Israel.
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Israel Uncovered
Israel Uncovered is back and usually takes place each winter break! If you are interested in registering for the trip, please email Daniel Cohen (dani7cohen7@gmail.com) to meet and learn more.
The Israel Uncovered Mission educates student leaders to build enduring partnerships with a diverse array of student organizations through constructive dialogue about Israel. It has interfaith, geopolitical, and social justice components in order to expose Non-Jewish and Jewish student leaders to Israel through meaningful relationships. It aims to uncover Israel’s uniqueness and complexities so that Israel’s existence and vitality are integrated and valued on campus.
Building Bridges Internship
BU Hillel’s cross-community coalition-building internship; build relationships and create connections through cultural and social activities!The interns engage student leaders to discuss what brought them to be involved, learn about their clubs and build the relationship between the two communities via meetings, events, collaborations and possibly going on Israel Uncovered trip.The interns will be mentored and in close connection with our Israel Fellow. To hear more details email dani7cohen7@gmail.com.
Israel Focused JLF (Jewish Learning Fellowship) Class.
Our Israel focused JLF class offers students the chance to be in relationship with the state, land, and peoples of Israel. This learning series initiative aims to make a powerful impact on Boston University students’ knowledge and perception of Israel. For more information, click here.
Student-Led Projects
BU Hillel supports student passions, interests, and curiosity. One way to explore Israeli culture is by leading projects with your friends and taking part in the BUjewish Leadership Team (BLT). To bring an idea to the table, whether it be a speaker, food contest, Israeli basketball tournament, community service event, or more, email Jewish Agency Israel Fellow Daniel Cohen at dani7cohen7@gmail.com.
For more information on ongoing iFocus Israel initiatives, click here!
Some of our Israel activities at BU and in Israel!
Staff Contacts
Daniel Cohen enters his first year in 2024-25 as Jewish Agency Israel Fellow. He is originally from Migdal HaEmek, Northern Israel. He graduated with distinction in Psychology and Criminology, and during his last year, he participated in a specialized program for students with academic excellence. Daniel began his military service in the IDF with combat training in the Golani Brigade. Later, he served as a combat fighter securing the Syrian border and was entrusted with leading communication under the deputy Brigade commander of the 474 Brigade. Daniel’s professional experience includes three years in non-formal education, focusing particularly on youth at risk. Daniel enjoys running and spending time outdoors. Email Daniel at dcohen1@bu.edu.