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Israel Fest and counter-protest draws few

by Joel Lev-Tov 550 feet separated students celebrating Israel and students protesting for Palestine. The emotional gulf between the two was even bigger.  “They’re continuing to advocate for the colonization of my people,” said Ahlam, a member of Students for Justice in Palestine who declined to give her last name. “They’re fully entitled to a homeland. They’re just not entitled to a homeland built on … Continue reading Israel Fest and counter-protest draws few

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Hybrid Israel Fest commemorates 73 years of Israeli independence

By Ceoli Jacoby Last week, several student groups under the Maryland Hillel umbrella took part in a hybrid version of Israel Fest — an annual ode to Israeli culture which, in pre-pandemic years, was marked by camel rides and a smattering of blue-and-white flags on McKeldin Mall.  The week-long event began April 9 with an Israel-inspired Shabbat dinner: the festive meal which ushers in the … Continue reading Hybrid Israel Fest commemorates 73 years of Israeli independence

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Camels, boycotts and the Shuk: Students celebrate Israel Fest and the country’s 70th anniversary  

By Morgan Politzer Students both celebrated and boycotted Israel’s 70th anniversary of independence during the Jewish Student Union’s (JSU) annual Israel Fest on April 19th on McKeldin Mall. The event was co-sponsored by several organizations both on and off campus, including Maryland Hillel, and is designed to celebrate and educate students on Israeli culture. As per tradition, the event featured camel rides, a dunk tank … Continue reading Camels, boycotts and the Shuk: Students celebrate Israel Fest and the country’s 70th anniversary  

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Students celebrate annual Israel Fest, others protest

By Danielle Kiefer Students celebrated Israel’s 69th year of independence at the Jewish Student Union’s annual Israel Fest on McKeldin Mall May 2. Israel Fest, co-sponsored by organizations including Maryland Hillel, is held every year to celebrate and educate students on Israeli culture. The event typically offers camel rides and free food including falafel and Aroma coffee, an Israeli-based espresso bar. This year’s festivities included a … Continue reading Students celebrate annual Israel Fest, others protest

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