Student Life at Swarthmore Chabad
Jewish life at Swarthmore is vibrant, welcoming, and built around you.
A warm, welcoming home where students from all backgrounds come together for community, conversation, and the best kosher food on campus. At Chabad, you’ll find meaningful Jewish experiences, lively events, and deep connections.
Led by Rabbi Mordi and Reizel, along with passionate student leaders, Swarthmore Chabad provides a space to explore Jewish life, ask big questions, and simply be yourself.
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Weekly Programs
Your Friday is Booked | At Chabad
Shabbat Dinners
Sundays | At Chabad
Dinner & Discussion
Hot Dinner. Big ideas. Great discussion. We deep dive into Talmud, Jewish philosophy, theology, and Hasidism. Feel empowered by the knowledge of your tradition and history.
Holiday Events
First Day of New Month | On Campus
Rosh Chodesh Roundtable
Lunch is on us! Enjoy kosher food while we delve into an insightful exploration of the month’s spiritual energy. Always relevant, never overwhelming.
Annual holiday events!
Away from home for the holidays? Chabad can be your Jewish family on campus. From High Holidays to Passover, we celebrate together with meaning, great food, and warmth. Never celebrated before? No problem; our events are beginner-friendly, student-focused, and fully inclusive.
Culture and Community
Experience the richness of the Jewish community—diverse, vibrant, and student-driven. From social events to cultural experiences, Chabad is where connection happens.
Chabad Student Board
1-on-1 Learning & Mentorship
- Got big questions about Judaism?
- Curious about something you heard in class?
- Want to learn at your own pace?
Grab coffee with Rabbi Mordi or Reizel and explore anything from Jewish texts to life advice to philosophy — totally judgment-free.
Beyond the Gate: A Jewish Alumni-Student Network
The Jewish alumni-student network provides mentorship, internships, and career connections, enabling students to access alumni guidance, opportunities, and community support.
This program allows alumni to give back by sharing their experiences and guiding the next generation of Jewish leaders.
Jewish Resources on Campus
The Mezuzah Bank
Flex your Jewish pride with a mezuzah and transform your dorm into a Jewish home. Borrow a Mezuzah from Chabad, and we’ll help you hang it up!
Soup for the Soul
Feeling sick or overwhelmed? We offer fresh matzah ball soup to soothe your soul. Just text the ChaBot and we’ll take care of you (subject to availability, of course).
Ready to join us?
Whether it’s your first event or your fiftieth, we can’t wait to welcome you.