Brown RISD Hillel encourages and supports a diversity of students as they explore, develop and deepen their Jewish identities. We are committed to having Judaism serve as a source of meaning and growth during their time on College Hill and in their lives after graduation.

To this end, we cultivate an environment in which students can:

• Enjoy a safe and welcoming Jewish home on campus
• Celebrate Shabbat, holidays, traditions and culture
• Engage in Jewish learning and spiritually nourishing pursuits and conversations
• Practice and exemplify Jewish ethical values and social responsibility
• Take part in intellectual and political discourse
• Ensure Hillel is an integral part of the Brown, RISD and local communities
• Build connections with Israel and the global Jewish community
• Become leaders in their community
• Establish lasting friendships