Jewish Joy Found in Oxford
After a long first semester filled with new friendships, meaningful moments, and the slow but powerful feeling of finding home in a new place, Hillel at Miami University (Hillel at Miami) students are finally taking a well deserved break. This semester, we built something special. We shared Shabbats that felt like family dinners, holidays that
Israel Experiences and Learning Opportunities at the University of Cincinnati
CINCINNATI – Amidst the study sessions, last-minute cramming, and stress the end of semester may to students who face exams, the University of Cincinnati’s (UC) Israel Initiative Committee (IIC) opened a space for two hours, offering students a break, dinner, and an opportunity to hear about what UC can offer in the upcoming semester. The
Pattern of Anti-Semitic Graffiti Being Addressed at Miami U
Recently, Miami University experienced repeated antisemitic graffiti incidents, including comments and a swastika. The university responded quickly, involving various departments. Jewish community leaders emphasized the need to address antisemitism while acknowledging a growing reluctance among students to report incidents due to fears of dismissal or scrutiny. Reporting is crucial to combat hate.
Two Local Incidents Show October 7 Antisemitism Never Ended
Recent antisemitic incidents in Cincinnati highlight that antisemitism is not receding since October 7 but has become embedded in the culture. A Jewish citizen faced aggression while cleaning anti-Zionist graffiti, and overt expressions of hate persist. Young Jews feel unprepared for hostility and need to understand the importance of Jewish safety and identity in combating hate.
What They Got Right: Lessons From the Tree of Life Gala
Downtown Cincinnati was buzzing on Wednesday night. Babysitters were booked solid, dinner reservations were impossible to get and Music Hall became the center of gravity. Some people were dressed up for the Nas concert; others — myself included — were headed to the Jewish National Fund’s (JNF) Tree of Life Gala. This year’s gala honored
Holding Hope Together
When the Jewish Federation announced “Holding Hope Together as the Hostages Return,” people came. Because we needed to be in a room with other Jews who get it.
A New Name, Mission and Strategic Plan Announced at Annual Meeting
Jewish Home of Cincinnati has rebranded as the Foundation for Cincinnati Jewish Seniors (FCJS) with a renewed mission to enhance the lives of Jewish seniors. During its annual meeting, it celebrated significant grant contributions and introduced new board members. The organization emphasizes measurable outcomes, community impact, and continuity in its renewed strategic approach.
The Wings of Hope
CINCINNATI — October 5th was a perfect Sunday morning in Cincinnati. The air was crisp, sunlight filtered through the trees, and three police cars stood outside the Mayerson JCC as people filed in, IDs in hand. Outside, a giant Israeli flag caught the wind. There was no ambiguity about where this building stood. The scene
Miami U Increases Kosher Dining Options for Jewish Students
OXFORD, Ohio — Campuses talk a lot about inclusion. Most of it happens in memos. Real inclusion showed up in Oxford this fall as a kosher bagel kiosk offering fresh bagels and salads students can buy with their dining swipes. Students were quick to try it. “I have used the new bagel kiosk, and it’s
Soliman Freed from ICE Detention After Jewish Activism
Local imam Ayman Soliman was quietly released from the Butler County ICE facility, with his asylum status reinstated ahead of a scheduled October court date.