The Grad Network is the hub of Jewish life for Columbia University graduate and professional students. The organization is dedicated to building Jewish community among Columbia University students, as well as connecting students to Jewish experiences, both locally and nationally, that would be personally meaningful. The Grad Network is a pluralistic organization and operates in response to the needs, interests, goals, curiosities, and customs of its community members. The Grad Network programs are informed by students’ known interests, questions, and practices. As an affiliate of both Columbia/Barnard Hillel and Columbia University, The Grad Network’s policies, specifically regarding Covid-19 and alcohol consumption, align with those of Hillel International and the University.
About Columbia/Barnard Hillel
Columbia/Barnard Hillel is the catalyst for students to explore and consciously define their Jewish identity.
Our quest is to help students, regardless of their origin or destination, find their own interpretation of Jewish values, culture, community and religion by empowering them to explore, learn, and grow intellectually, spiritually and socially. By encouraging exploration in warm and accepting environments, we invite self-reflection and open dialogue so each student can discover their own path to integrate being Jewish into their life choices and expressions.
While our mission is constant, our methods are defined only by the limits of our community’s imagination. We create experiences and communities focused on social, cultural and educational programs, social action, Israel, and religious life. We draw upon the rigorous and intellectually-exciting environment of Columbia University and New York City.
In a world of abounding choices, we offer a captivating array of opportunities which engage students in all things Jewish– fun and thoughtful– opening the door to transformational experiences. We are passionately committed to enabling our students to meaningfully contribute to the local and global Jewish community, Columbia University, and the world-at-large.