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)
Grab a treat and connect with the graduate student Jewish community! Students are welcome to come by the outdoor space on Haven Plaza anytime between 12 - 2 p.m for bagels and apple cider donuts! Vegan and GF options will be available.
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.
Bagels on Revson is so back! Drop by Revson Plaza between 12:30 - 2 p.m. for a quick bite and to meet more of the Jewish grad student community! Vegan and GF options available.
Need a pick-me up between classes? Find Jane and connect with the CUIMC Jewish community at Buunni Coffee between 12-2 p.m. for a coffee, tea, or snack- you name it!
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.
Extended hours: Grab a bagel and connect with the CUIMC graduate student Jewish community! Students are welcome to come by VEC 903 anytime between 12 - 2 p.m. Vegan and GF options will be available.
Drop by Revson Plaza between 12:30 - 2 pm. for a quick bite and to connect with The Grad Network community! Vegan and GF options available.