FAQ
1. How many Jewish students are there on campus?
2. How is Hillel connected to the University community?
3. Can prospective students visit Tech and stay overnight with a Jewish student?
4. How do students get involved with Hillel? Are there membership fees?
5. How can I support GT Hillel?
6. How can we, the parents, get our son/daughter connected with Hillel?
7. What is Shabbat like at GT?
8. Can Hillel hook me up with a FREE trip to Israel?
9. Does Hillel offer a subsidized trip to Central America or South America?
1. How many Jewish students are there on campus?
There are currently an estimated 625 Jewish students in both undergraduate and graduate programs at Georgia Tech. That is about 2.5% of the student population.
2. How is Hillel connected to the University community?
Georgia Tech Hillel is a private not-for-profit organization and is the center for Jewish campus life at the Georgia Institute of Technology. It is an affiliate agency of Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life and a beneficiary of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta. GT Hillel is integrated into the University community through its dynamic programs, co-sponsored events, and the involvement of active students in many other campus groups. The University is very supportive of Hillel and its role on campus and works with Hillel to provide a welcoming atmosphere for Jewish students, faculty, and families.
3. Can prospective students visit Georgia Tech and stay overnight with a Jewish student?
Absolutely! The best way to get a sense of the Tech experience is to visit our incredible campus. Hillel can arrange for prospective students to tour the campus, observe classes, eat in the dining halls, and stay overnight with students. Prospective students, who wish to visit Hillel, may speak with Jewish students and/or attend a Hillel program.
4. How do students get involved with Hillel? Are there membership fees?
Any student on campus can participate in Hillel sponsored events. There are no membership fees and students are encouraged to plan and attend as many programs and activities as they wish. If you have an idea for a program or would like to find out about leadership opportunities, please us.
5. How can I support GT Hillel?
Georgia Tech Hillel relies on the generous support of its donors to support all of our programming and special initiatives. Nearly 85% of Hillel's annual operating budget comes from contributions from individuals. Please visit the ‘Support Us’ page of this site for further giving opportunities.
6. How can we, the parents, get our son/daughter connected with Hillel?
Let us know who they are - and we'll take care of connecting them. We have so many compelling educational, social, networking, spiritual and recreational opportunities that they are sure to find something meaningful and relevant to them.
7. What is Shabbat like at Georgia Tech?
Friday night Shabbat services are held once a month at the Georgia Tech Student Center on campus. Over 60 students gather together for student-led Conservative Shabbat services. Services last about 45 minutes and are filled with singing and ruach. Hillel hosts a FREE Shabbat dinner following the service. Many of our Shabbats are themed with food and decorations to match. Themes in the past have included Fiesta Shabbat, Chinese New Year Shabbat, and a Winter Wonderland Shabbat.
8. Can Hillel hook me up with a FREE trip to Israel?
Yes. Hillel participates in a FREE program to Israel through the Taglit-birthright Israel: Hillel program. Jewish students between the ages of 18-24 who have not been on a peer trip to Israel since their bar or bat mitzvah are eligible for a free trip. In addition, there are other opportunities for travel or study in Israel for any student.
9. Does Hillel offer a subsidized trip to Central America or South America?
Not yet, but hopefully soon! Hillel participates in Alternative Spring Break trips in other countries. Jewish students are eligible to go on a peer trip to a developing country for an educational program that explores culture, technology, and community services. Students are eligible for Hillel subsidies for large discounts in this travel abroad experience. This is a great opportunity to build personal experience.
