who we are

Hillel Council of New England (HCNE) is the central hub for Jewish campus life in Boston, Greater Massachusetts and beyond. We work exclusively with campuses that have smaller Jewish populations, collectively serving over 2,000 Jewish students in Greater Boston!

We connect students with each other through local on-campus programs, regional events and cohort learning, and through immersive travel experiences.

 
 
 

Campuses 

 
 

Bentley University

Berklee College of Music

BOSTON college

Curry College

Emerson College

Simmons University

Suffolk University

Student-Led Campuses

 

Our Mission

Our mission is to connect Jewish students on campuses across New England to each other and to the local and global Jewish community.

Our vision is to inspire students to explore their Jewish identity and strengthen their connection to Judaism and the Jewish people. We achieve this by meeting students where they are on their individual journeys, and by providing them with meaningful experiences and support on campus, in New England, and around the world. 

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Birthright Israel

Winter 2026 dates coming soon!

Questions? Not sure if you’re Eligible? Contact Us Now!
This trip is a gift from Birthright Israel

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Boston Onward israel

Applications are closed for Summer 2026, but stay tuned for Summer 2027!

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Travel Opportunities

LEARN MORE ABOUT TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES HERE!

 
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