As a registered student organization (RSO) at SF State, SF Hillel is a connector for a variety of Jewish experiences, events and micro-communities. Our team is eager to meet you!

Schedule time with Sarah if you're looking to enjoy a cup of coffee/tea (on us!) while sharing your thoughts and feelings about life on campus and how Hillel can support you.

If you're looking to learn, check out the esteemed Department of Jewish Studies at SF State, devoted to the history, religion, culture, and contributions of the Jewish people. Attracting a diverse group of students from many racial and ethnic backgrounds, the department offers a bachelor's degree in modern Jewish studies and a minor in Jewish studies. Click here to view classes offered for the Fall 2025 semester.

SF State's Division of Diversity Equity and Community Inclusion is responsible for leading, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating a broad range of sustained programs, initiatives, events, and activities designed to:

facilitate intercultural/intergroup dialogue,
promote equity and inclusion,
advance social justice, and
improve campus climate for all of our students.

SF Hillel at USF works to engage students in enriching social and cultural experiences to further discovery of Jewish values, cultures and identities.

Our team is eager to meet you! Click here to schedule time with Talia for a fun conversation over a cup of coffee/tea (on us!) to share more about how SF Hillel at USF can support you and learn more about all our different opportunities on campus.

Monthly pop-ups will take place around campus as a chance to connect with the community, enjoy a mid-afternoon treat, and celebrate the day. Reach out to Talia for more information.

If you're looking to learn, check out the renowned Swig Program in Jewish Studies and Social Justice. Offering a minor, engaging courses, study abroad options, speakers series, workshops and cultural events, the program examines Jewish culture, history, politics, philosophy, and language to better understand and strengthen marginalized communities around the globe.

USF's University Ministry Center for Ignatian Spirituality builds strong interfaith coalitions and provides space for students as individuals to explore a variety of faith traditions. Providing social justice volunteer opportunities, immersion programs, spirituality retreats, University Ministry is designed to support an inclusive community that is contemplative in its search for truth and meaning. In addition, University Ministry provides beautiful space for the JSO to host it's monthly Shabbat dinners and a relaxing lounge for students between classes. As an affiliate minister, Talia can help you navigate how to get more involved with University Ministry happenings.

JLSA, the Jewish Law Students Association, aims to provide Jewish life and activities on campus, a voice for Jewish students, and networking opportunities between students and alumni.

Our team is eager to meet you! Click here to schedule time with Talia for a fun conversation over a free cup of coffee/tea to share more about how SF Hillel can support you and learn more about all our different opportunities for our graduate communities. Or connect with JLSA Presidents Ethan and Jake.

Are you eager to join a cohort of your peers for meaningful learning over a delicious meal? Then the Jewish Learning Fellowship might be for you! If interested, reach out to Talia.

The Jewish community at UCSF's campuses, is an open, pluralistic, group that brings together those who are interested in Jewish heritage, traditions, and culture. All UCSF students, employees, postdocs and researchers are welcome!

Our team is eager to meet you! Click here to schedule time with Lilly for a fun conversation over a free cup of coffee/tea to share more about how SF Hillel can support you and learn more about all our different opportunities for our graduate communities.

San Francisco Hillel has a new(ish) community at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM)!

Established in 2022 due to overwhelming student interest and outreach, our SF Hillel Springboard Fellows have hosted a number of socially and culturally enriching events for Jewish students at SFCM.

To get connected to our community at SFCM email our Springboard Fellow, Sarah!

SF Hillel is thrilled to share that we are working with California College of the Arts faculty to grow our presence for Jewish students on campus! Feel free to reach out to our Program Associate, Lilly Kosova, to learn more.

Go to the City College of San Francisco, Academy of Arts, Skyline College, College of San Mateo, or another school in San Francisco/Bay Area?

Even though there might not be an organized Jewish student group (yet!) on your campus, SF Hillel's programs, events and experiences are open to you!

Check out our calendar to see what's coming up, see Our Programs to find where you fit in, or email our Program Associate, Lilly.

SF Hillel's Jewish Grad Student Network (JGSN) is a community for grad students and postdocs across our 4 graduate campuses: UCSF, USF, UC Law SF, and SF State. The JGSN provides grad students and postdocs with spaces to celebrate Shabbat and Jewish holidays, networking opportunities, and community. If you are a graduate student, click here to schedule a coffee with Lilly, our program associate!

The JGSN is a part of our SF Hillel+ community. Check out Our Programs to find out more!