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Ben and Esther Rosenbloom 
HILLEL CENTER

A Home Where Jewish Students Belong, Lead, and Thrive 

Open the next chapter of Jewish life at UMD.

The Ben and Esther Rosenbloom Hillel Center is a permanent home for Jewish life at the University of Maryland — and it will open its doors in 2026!

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Before the ribbon is cut — be part of the story.

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What Happens at Hillel?​

 

Maryland Hillel serves nearly 5,000 Jewish students, offering a cultural, social, and spiritual hub at the heart of campus. The new center ensures this legacy continues for decades to come. ​

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Daily meals and Shabbat dinners that bring hundreds of students together each week—often where friendships begin. 

 

500+ STUDENTS

participating in Reform, Conservative, and Orthodox high holiday services. 

Israel education and engagement, connecting students to Israeli culture and society:

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800 STUDENTS

at annual Israel Fest in the spring.

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150+ ATTENDEES

on summer Birthright trips.

25+ STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

including two a cappella groups, Jewish Student Union, National Hillel Basketball Tournament, an independent Jewish student publication, social justice and environmental organizations, and more.

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“The new center will be a critical tool to create community, deepen Jewish identity, and empower student leadership for generations.” 

 
— Ari Israel, Executive Director 

Ben & Esther Rosenbloom Hillel Center

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