Jewish Kids in College

Zionism: the idea that there is an independent Israel as a Jewish state.

Zionist: one who supports Zionism

Zionist Youth Movement: started in the 60’s, this is an organization with offices around the world dedicated to informal education about Zionism geared towards youth

Many times, Zionists, especially the young adults, will be very vocal about their political and religious views. This causes not only tension with people of other cultures, but also with other Jews. Most Jews are for an independent Jewish nation of Israel, however the Zionist extremists cause a lot of anxiety within the community.

Although it may sound odd, it is not uncommon to find a Zionist who is for an independent nation of Israel, but not necessarily a Jewish nation state of Israel. This can also cause anxiety in the Jewish community for those who do believe that Israel is a Jewish land.

Hillel: The Foundation for a Jewish Campus Life:

Mission statement: "to enrich the lives of Jewish undergraduate and graduate students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world."

A Hillel is a place for Jewish students to gather with others of similar faith structures and core values. There are 400 Hillel centers around the world at various universities.

Here is a video of a year in review of the Hillel at University of Florida.