-Hillel Help Wanted: Staying in Oxford for the summer?  Hillel is looking for energetic and enthusiastic students to help staff summer orientation tables and do general office work.  Flexible hours.  Contact Amy at director@muhillel.org.
-Jewish Identity Research project at www.jewishidproject.com
My name is Tugs Gruenberg and I am a senior here at Miami. I am currently working on my Senior Honors Thesis which investigates Jewish IdentityDevelopment in college age subjects. I have chosen to study this subject because Jewish Identity is my passion and their is a lack of research in this field. I am looking for participants of college age (18-26) willing to fill out a survey about their own Jewish practices, experiences, andfeelings. The survey takes approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. Please help my with my research by visiting my website(http://www.jewishidproject.com) and filling out the survey as well as passing on the website to any other Jewish students you know. Thank you so much for your help
-If you have pictures from semi-formal or any other Hillel events from this year that you want to go on the website please email them to Jenny at Jacobjs@muohio.edu. 
-For summer opportunities, work opportunities, and other....go to the www.muhillel.org.
-NEED A PLACE TO LIVE FOR 2005-2006?  TALK TO RACHEL COWEN IF YOU DO. EMAIL HER AT  cowenrl@muohio.edu.
-Lauren Roden is looking for someone to subletter her room in a 4-person house spring 2006. If interested contact Lauren at 513-461-1985.
-Jewish Food by Miami? Have some good Jewish recipes you would like Miami to put in a dining hall? Email Mike at kugelmab@aol.com 
-Know where you're living next year?  Go to www.muhillel.org and update your contact information!
-Did you know we have a backyard at Hillel?  What do you think we should do with it?  Go to the website www.muhillel.org and tell us what you think!
-New MU Hillel IM Buddy:  WhatJewDoin1: Add WhatJewDoin1 to your Buddy list and check out the week's activities in our personal profile!  . 
-If you want anything to go into the JewsPaper it must be emailed to Jacobjs@muohio.edu by Monday at noon!



New Opportunities:

Hillel is seeking a summer intern to work at Hillel’s Schusterman International Center in downtown Washington, DC to assist our 2005 Renaissance Institute.  This 3-day conference for key lay leaders will take place in conjunction with the Charles Schusterman International Student Leaders Assembly at Camp Ramah Darom in Clayton, Georgia.  The Intern will be expected to attend Leaders Assembly which will be held from Tuesday, August 16 through Sunday, August 21.  The intern will be involved with all aspects of conference planning; program design and implementation, conference registration and logistics, contact with the presenters and attendees, and preparation of relevant conference materials.  The intern will also be responsible for the collection of pertinent biographical information. This is a wonderful opportunity for students interested in learning more about not-for-profits, lay leadership development, fundraising and donor stewardship.  Past interns valued making connections with Hillel’s top leaders and philanthropists.  Ideally, the internship begins on June 1, but there is some flexibility in the start date.  The stipend is $500 per month.  Interested candidates should contact Nurite Notarius-Rosin at 202-449-6576 or nrosin@hillel.org.

Tikun Olam in Tel Aviv starts in September 2005 with a one-and-a-half month experience on kibbutz.
During this time, participants study Hebrew in an ulpan and learn from top educators about Israeli society, history and culture. Then, participants move to Tel Aviv -- and over the next eight months -- volunteer alongside Israeli peers working under the auspices of Bina's program for Israelis. Together, participants and their Israeli peers work in projects of Tikun Olam that help "improve the world". Generous scholarships from the Jewish Agency/Government of Israel MASA Israel Journey initiative are available. www.tikunolamisrael.org.

Archaeological Dig at Tel Dan, Israel
The trip will include participation in an archaeological dig, lectures and workshops by leading archaeologists and biblical scholars, field trips to many archaeological sites and weekend trips  (extra minimal cost) to Jerusalem, Sea of Galilee and Tel Aviv, where we will visit Jewish, Christian and Muslim holy and historical sites.  The dates are June 26 to July 22, 2005.  Cost is $350 per week for room and board (minimum of one week) and cost of airfare to Israel.  Students can earn up to 3 semester credits for an additional $400.  For information and to sign up online go to: http://www.yosh.co.il/milson/huc3/ngsba07.htm.   Local contact Julye Bidmead: bidmeaj@muohio.edu

If anyone wants to give a cat a responsible, forever home, there are plenty to go around! Feel free to contact Frances at yatesf@lib.muohio.edu

WANTED:  YOUTH GROUP LEADER FOR CINCI SYNAGOGUE
Congregation B'nai Tzedek, 6280 Kugler Mill Road, Cincinnati (near Kenwood Towne Centre) is looking for a leader for our United Synagogue Youth and our Kadima group (high school and middle school respectively).  The work would begin immediately, would entail one or two programs a week plus preparation, and would pay $5,000 per year, depending on background and availability.
Please call Rabbi Eliot Marrus at: office - (513) 984-3393, home - (513) 891-0243

My name is Noah Liben, and I am a recent graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary. I am currently
working in Israel at the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs. One of the things we at the JCPA are interested in is
anti-Semitism and anti-Israel activity on American college campuses, and the steps that pro-Israel students take to combat
such activity. Unfortunately, my knowledge of this area is mainly limited to Columbia University – which is why I am writing to you.
    We are interested in collecting student articles on this subject from various campuses of all sizes, all across the U.S. The JCPA
has even published a few of these articles recently, one from a Rutgers student and one from a Johns Hopkins student. Could you please recommend a few student activists (along with their email addresses) who might be willing to write an academic-style article – around 4,000 words - about being a pro-Israel advocate at Miami?
The JCPA may even end up publishing it!
For an example of the type of article we are looking for, please
refer to the one from Johns Hopkins - http://www.jcpa.org/phas/phas-golub-f04.htm - and from Rutgers -http://www.jcpa.org/phas/phas-leibowitz-s05.htm.
Thank you very much, Noah Liben, Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs, Research Assistant

The Israel Campus Beat is a free weekly e-newsletter for students, with to Israel news and analysis, student opinion and campus news from colleges across North America. It is a quick and easy way to learn more about Israel and Israel activities on your campus. Consider spending a few minutes each week skimming the ICB to learn about Israel issues facing campuses across the country, especially as articles written by your friends and classmates are included each and every week. To subscribe go to:www.israelcampusbeat.org

American Jewish Press Association Seeks Summer Interns
The American Jewish Press Association, the North American network of 250 Jewish publications, communications professionals and freelance writers, is offering positions for the summer of 2005. Interns will develop relationships with the national Jewish media; improve writing skills; help plan AJPA events, including the annual conference; act as a liaison with Hillel; work with professionals in the press and make excellent job contacts; and help promote Jewish journalism. The AJPA offers an invaluable internship experience, right in the heart of downtown Washington, DC! Please send resumes to Natasha@ajpa.org.

Washington, DC, PR Firm Looking for Summer Interns
The Dershowitz Group, a unique strategic communications firm servicing corporations, associations, organizations and government agencies in the United States and internationally, seeks interns for the summer of 2005. The Washington, DC-based company specializes in media relations, reputation management, strategic advocacy, special events, crisis management and media monitoring. Interns will learn from staff experienced in public relations strategy, work with international public relations clients, get experience working with cross-cultural clients, improve writing skills, receive credit toward their degree (talk with your internship advisor for details) and gain valuable hands-on experience by working with a small firm. To apply, e-mail Natasha Rosenstock, intern coordinator, at Natasha@DershowitzGroup.com.

Study in Prague this Fall with CET Jewish Studies Program
Don't miss the incredible opportunity to spend a semester in one of world's most beautiful cities studying East Central Europe's rich Jewish heritage and culture! CET Jewish Studies in Prague features interesting courses with dynamic professors. Program highlights include study trips to Poland and Hungary, a community-service practicum with internship opportunities, travel around the Czech Republic, lectures with Jewish community leaders, weekly extracurricular activities and meetings with European Jewish students. Special scholarships for Hillel members are available. The fall application deadline is May 1. Learn more and download an application at www.cetacademicprograms.com. Please feel free to call CET with inquiries at 800-225-4262.

Full-time Youth Director Wanted for Conservative Synagogue in DC Metro Area
B’nai Israel, a large, vibrant Conservative congregation in Rockville, Md., seeks a full-time youth director to manage the youth department, which includes four youth groups serving students in grades K-12. The director will supervise and provide ongoing training and support for a team of youth advisors and work with a dynamic professional team to create meaningful Jewish experiences for youth. Applicants should be outgoing, enthusiastic, and creative; demonstrate excellent administrative and communication skills; possess a strong background in informal Jewish education (youth groups, camps); and be a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to YD-Search@att.net or send to B’nai Israel Congregation, 6301 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852, Attn: Fran Zavin.

Two Positions Open with the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee
The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) is seeking applicants for two positions. The first position is a part-time (21 hours/week) recruitment coordinator in the JDC's New York office for the Jewish Service Corps and the Ralph Goldman Fellowship. Responsibilities include recruitment of candidates and administration for programs placing yearlong volunteers in Jewish communities overseas, as well as overseeing and preparing for the annual RIG Fellowship application process and administration. The ideal candidate will be a college graduate with excellent organizational skills, the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines, international travel experience (helpful), knowledge about Jewish traditions and programs and some acquaintance with the Jewish communal world. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to becky.caspi@jdcny.org.

The second position is the project coordinator for Project Restore and Rebuild, an exciting volunteer program in Poland that will take place July 26-Aug. 11. Project Restore and Rebuild is a partnership between JDC, the Polish Union of Jewish Students and the Israeli branch of the World Union of Jewish Students, and brings together Israeli, American and Polish students to restore a neglected Jewish cemetery, refurbish Jewish community facilities and connect with one another as Jews. The project coordinator will be expected to travel to Poland with the American group and, during the six to eight weeks prior to departure, devote a few hours per week to program development (the prep work can be completed from any location). Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to naomi.sage@jdcny.org.

Work at Camp or Gain College Credit?  Do Both with the HUC Summer College Academy
This summer, Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR), the URJ KESHER College Department and Kutz Camp are teaming up to offer the HUC Summer College Academy. This exciting new program offers students the opportunity to take a college-credit course, either in Judaic studies or Hebrew and taught by top HUC faculty members, while living in the beautiful setting at Kutz Camp as a part of a Reform Jewish community. The course takes place over two weeks from May 22-June 5 and is designed to allow students to get the credits or coursework they need and still work at camp or obtain other summer employment. This program is ideal for both those who are considering a career in the Jewish community and for those who would simply like to learn and gain some additional credits. Program information, including course descriptions, and registration material are available now at www.keshernet.com\hucsummer. For more information, e-mail kesher@urj.org or call 212-650-4070.

Young Judaea Seeks Part-Time Youth Advisors
Part-time job opportunities are available with Young Judaea, the Zionist Youth Movement of Hadassah, starting in the fall. The Greater Midwest District of Young Judaea is looking for youth advisors for the following cities: Kansas City, St. Louis, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Mich., Milwaukee, Lexington, Ky., and Highland Park, Ill. Responsibilities include planning one youth group activity a month, publicity and outreach, staying in good communication with both the parents and the children in the club and being in touch with the district office in Evanston, Ill. Applicants must have strong communication skills, flier-making abilities and experience working with children. Compensation is $10/hour. For more information, please contact Jamie Honigman at 847-492-9602.

Apply for the Legacy Heritage Fellowship for 2005-06
The Legacy Heritage Fund is seeking applicants interested in high-level public service careers to participate in a one-year paid fellowship with others from the U.S., Europe and Israel in their respective regions of origin. The fellows will be placed in prestigious positions in government agencies, policy institutes, the media and advocacy organizations. Fellows receive private mentoring related to placement and career, participate in international seminars and gain special insights into Israel and world Jewry. To be eligible, applicants should have strong academic credentials, an involvement in Jewish community life and Israel advocacy and an interest in developing leadership skills toward a career in public service. For more information and an application, contact the Legacy Heritage Fellowship at Legacy@lhfl.net.

Entry-Level Marketing/Web Position at PEJE
The Partnership for Excellence in Jewish Education (PEJE), located in Boston, seeks a marketing assistant/webmaster to support a variety of projects related to the organization’s strategic communications plan and advocacy initiatives. The marketing assistant/webmaster manages the integration of content onto the PEJE Web site and actively pursues strategies to enable the Web site to fulfill PEJE’s strategic objectives. In addition to managing site content, the marketing assistant/webmaster customizes regular electronic communication through a monthly e-newsletter and other electronic initiatives. This is a position with growth potential for a multi-talented individual. Qualifications include  experience with Web site content management, strong writing ability, marketing experience, and organizational skills. A bachelor's degree and experience managing Web content is required (HTML, Dreamweaver, MS Office programs). Interest in Jewish education is a strong plus, as are an eye for design and familiarity with Jewish community. Please submit a cover letter and resume to Suzanne Kling, communications officer, Partnership for Excellence in Jewish Education, 88 Broad St., 6th floor, Boston, MA 02110, fax to 617-367-0029 or e-mail suzanne@peje.org.

CET Jewish Studies in Prague - Deadline Extended for Scholarship Applications
CET is proud to announce that the Dorot Foundation will be sponsoring a number of scholarships for students attending the upcoming summer term of CET Jewish Studies in Prague. In light of this exciting news, CET will be extending the application deadline until April 19. Interested students should contact CET immediately at 800-225-4262 or cet@academic-travel.com. Please do not contact Dorot directly. For more information about CET, please visit www.cetacademicprograms.com.

KESHER Seeks Program Associates
The Union for Reform Judaism seeks highly motivated individuals to serve as program associates for the KESHER College Department in the New York headquarters of the URJ. The program associates provide resources, support, guidance and materials to student leaders to nurture the growth of Reform Jewish life on college campuses. The program associates will also support the department’s work with URJ congregations, campus Hillel foundations and other student organizations. A full job description is available at http://urj.org/jobs. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to the department of human resources by fax to 212-650-4029 or by e-mail to hr@urj.org.

Learning Opportunities for Jewish Women at Nishmat
Where can young women find the same intellectual challenge in Judaism that they find in college? Nishmat - The Jerusalem Center for Advanced Jewish Study for Woman has created a unique community of Jewish women who take pride in their heritage and strive for spiritual growth. With tracks for beginners, intermediate and advanced scholars, its programs offer immersion in text-based Torah learning in a warm and inspiring Orthodox atmosphere. To find out more about Nishmat’s summer and one-year programs, visit www.nishmat.net.

Pardes Summer Hebrew Ulpan
Improve your Hebrew this summer at the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies in Jerusalem with its ulpan course. The Pardes Summer Hebrew Ulpan meets four and a half hours per week for beginning and advanced Hebrew language study, with an additional four hours of Judaica. The course is designed for serious students able to handle a fast-paced class. The teaching will be dynamic, with student participation and discussions. There are two sessions from which to choose: June 27-July 21 and July 31-Aug. 18. Cost is $150 for the first session and $100 for the second. To learn more, please visit http://www2.pardes.org.il/programs/summer/ulpan/.



CONTACT and BUILDING INFORMATION

Hillel Foundation at Miami University
11 East Walnut Street
Oxford, OH 45056
phone: 513-523-5190
fax: 513-524-3342
General contact:  muhillel@muhillel.org