Where is the Hillel Society located?

The Hillel Society is located at 524 Clinton Terrace–just across from the Farinon Student Center .

How many Jewish students are at Lafayette?

Approximately 10-12% (240-290 students) of the student population at Lafayette are Jewish in any given year.

Is there a kosher food option available at Lafayette?

Lafayette does not offer a regular kosher meal plan. The majority of Hillel meals are parve or dairy (Shabbat dinner, bagel brunch, etc.) and we do not require a hechsher. Meals that do include meat (High Holidays and Passover) are certified kosher and kosher-for-Passover respectively,  though they are cooked in the school’s facilities. If you have questions about keeping kosher at Lafayette College, please be in touch with our Hillel director. 

Is there a Jewish studies program at Lafayette?

Lafayette offers Jewish Studies as a minor and  students can create their own major using the self-designed major option. To learn more about the Jewish Studies program click here.

Does Lafayette Hillel host a Birthright trip? 

While Lafayette doesn’t sponsor our own trip, we are always able to connect students with a trip if and when they choose to go. Lehigh and Muhlenberg have, in the past, invited Lafayette students to join them on their trips, but students may go on any trip they find!

What does Hillel do for the High Holidays?

Lafayette Hillel has long held dinners before Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur as well as break fast for the campus community. We are currently working on creating opportunities for students to celebrate with services on campus beginning Fall 2025. If students prefer, we are happy to connect them with local synagogues. For more information about Jewish life in the Lehigh Valley click here.

How can I donate to Hillel?

Hillel gladly accepts donations to support the many events we host to strengthen and connect our community.  To donate, you can:

  1.  Use this link to access the Lafayette donation form.  Select “Areas of your choice,” then scroll down and check off “Hillel Society.”   
  2. You can also send a check  to the Lafayette College Development Office.  Click on the link for contact and mailing information; they are happy to answer any questions you might have.