The Grad Network is the hub of Jewish life for graduate students at Columbia University and Teachers College. The organization is dedicated to building Jewish community among grad students, as well as connecting students to meaningful Jewish experiences beyond campus.
Join us for campus-based and city-wide experiences including holiday celebrations, art-making, learning fellowships, social gatherings, and more!
Featured Events
October 7th Art Installation and Commemoration
11am-2pm, Butler Lawns
Recipe for Memory Cookies
(Matkon Im Zikaron)
The Sundial
Sponsored by Columbia/Barnard Hillel
Memorial Gathering
5:45pm, Low Library Rotunda (Doors open at 5:30pm)
Join the Grad Network community for an immersive art project inspired by the creation story (Bereshit). We will participate in the act of creation through art, ritual, and conversation. Following the art experience, attendees are welcome to join Megan for Kabbalat Shabbat Services at B'nai Jeshurun, a progressive and pluralistic synagogue on the UWS.
Sign-up to participate.
Reach out to Megan, The Grad Network Rabbinic Intern, with questions.
End the week with The Grad Network! Dinner will be served at the Kraft Center, located at 606 West 115th Street. Advanced registration required to reserve your seat.
Cost should not be a barrier to participate. If you are unable to pay and would like to attend any of the experiences offered, please email Melissa.
End the week with The Grad Network! Dinner will be served at the Kraft Center, located at 606 West 115th Street. Advanced registration required to reserve your seat.
Registration coming soon
Cost should not be a barrier to participate. If you are unable to pay and would like to attend any of the experiences offered, please email Melissa.
End the week with The Grad Network! Dinner will be served at the Kraft Center, located at 606 West 115th Street. Advanced registration required to reserve your seat.
Registration coming soon
Cost should not be a barrier to participate. If you are unable to pay and would like to attend any of the experiences offered, please email Melissa.
Travel to the Dominican Republic with The Grad Network!
January 4-10 | Early Bird Participation Fee: $975
Apply by September 23 for early bird pricing.
Participation Fee increases to $1050 after September 23, and applications close on October 1.
Alternative Breaks offer an opportunity to deepen our understanding of Jewish history, support local community-led services, engage with new ideas, make friends, and have fun!
Throughout the week we will:
Explore a little known-chapter of Jewish and Dominican history
Meet with and learn from local community leaders
Volunteer in public schools and youth development programs
Support community health intiatives and learn about common regional health challenges
Celebrate Shabbat at SosĂșa Temple
Enjoy time at the beach and in nearby towns