New Students
Sign up for Jewniversity!
Looking for a unique opportunity to get connected to life at Drexel before the rush of classes begin? Want to build relationships with new and returning students? Interested in learning about Jewish life at Drexel? JEWNIVERSITY IS FOR YOU!
With the convergence of Jewniversity and Rosh Hashanah, this year Drexel Hillel is proud to offer two options for our early move-in experience (one that includes holiday celebrations and one that provides the opportunity for students to travel home / off campus for the holiday). Learn more here!
Camp Hillel Summer 2026
Welcome to Hillel’s first summer Shabbaton – Friday, August 21st to Sunday, August 23th at French Creek State Park (less than 1hr from Philadelphia). Transportation to French Creek from campus provided. Open to new and returning students Spots are limited, reserve your space by filling out the interest form (even before official registration opens).
Free gift for incoming students!
Have you committed to Drexel this fall? You can receive a free graduation gift, mailed straight to your door, from Hillel International!
Kosher Freshman Living Community
We are happy to share Drexel University Housing has incorporated the Kosher/Shabbat-friendly housing registration within the general Housing application! When you fill out your housing application, one of the steps will be asking if you want a Kosher/Shabbat-friendly dorm. Applications due by May 1st.
Kosher/Shabbat-friendly housing consists of a suite with a kosher kitchen for our Shomer/Kashrut first-year students in Van Rensselaer Hall (located at Powelton and 33rd, within the University City eruv). Based on the number of interested students, 1-4 suites will have their kitchens kashered.
Questions? Consult the Drexel Housing step-by-step guide, then contact Rabbi Isabel de Koninck, Executive Director and Campus Rabbi, for any further questions.
First-Year Student Engagement
When the academic year begins, help us plan programs & events for yourself & your first-year friends!
Past events include:
- Ice Skating at Blue Cross River Rink
- Open Mic Night @ the Perelman Center
- Trip to the Zoo
- … and MORE!