Why am I involved in Jewish Life at Mason?

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I got involved my freshman year. I had heard of Hillel but was a bit nervous to meet new people. Thankfully, I met an amazing group of friends on the first night and although I was shy, I was happy to be a part of the community. My family is not very strict on religious practices, but I have grown closer to my Jewish roots through Hillel. 

  

Favorite Mason Hillel tradition?

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My favorite Hillel tradition is probably just the Hillel office. All my favorite memories happened there. It’s where students congregate after Shabbat dinners. It is a space to get together over the holidays, it is especially comforting when you’re celebrating for the first time on your own. It is a study space. It is also the home to our newest Hillel tradition of watching Jeopardy together. I love how much the Hillel office has grown in meaning to me over the years I have been here. It has been home to many Hillel traditions and hopefully many more.

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