"UM Hillel has played a vital role in my college experience because it has allowed me to connect to my Jewish roots, explore my passions, and be a part of a vibrant Jewish community."

"After my Bar Mitzvah, I hadn’t been very involved in formal Jewish programming, but FreshFest completely changed that and set me on a path to reconnect with my Jewish identity. I loved it so much that I came back as a sophmore, to serve as a facilitator, and I was the student chair of Freshfest 2025."

"Finding my way around campus was difficult at first, but getting involved with Hillel has opened so many doors for me. It's what encouraged me to do what I love, where I spend time between classes, and allowed my leadership skills to grow."

"UM Hillel has changed my whole UM experience for the better. My freshman year, I always felt like something was missing but never knew what. I never wanted to go to Shabbat and keep customs I keep at home because I had no one to celebrate with. Hillel welcomed me with such open arms and I went from not knowing anyone to being able to walk into the building alone at any time and always see a familiar face."

"Hillel is always there for me! Having an instant bond through Hillel with my peers allows us to get better work done for our student body."