First-Year Fellowship
First-Year Fellowship Facilitator Application
Requirements:
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Incoming sophomore and older (if you have not participated in FYF (LOC) when you were a Freshman you can still apply!)
Expectations:
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Show up for your assigned session (1 per week).
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Show up to a weekly leadership (with directors) meeting (1 per week).
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Review and prepare content shared by directors in advance.
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Help with networking efforts to recruit new fellows.
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Actively engage in group chats and foster connections with participants.
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Utilize social media (Snapchat, Instagram, GroupMe, or IMessage) to maintain communication and build rapport with participants.
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Support both large and small group discussions and activities with enthusiasm and inclusivity.
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Willingness to engage with peers and build relationships.
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Commitment to attending all assigned sessions and preparation.
Time Commitment:
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Fall ‘26
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Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays 4:30–6:30 PM
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The TBD weekly leadership meeting
Questions? Please contact Logan King at lking@ufhillel.org.
First-Year Fellowship at Hillel
The First-Year Fellowship is a transformative program for Jewish freshmen at the University of Florida and Santa Fe, designed to build meaningful connections, foster leadership, and strengthen ties to Jewish life. By participating in our First-Year Fellowship, students will form lifelong friendships and connect with the broader Jewish community on campus through:
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Jewish Friend-Making: Create lasting connections with fellow Jewish students.
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Community Engagement: Develop a strong sense of belonging within Hillel and the Jewish community.
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Leadership Training: Equip participants with skills to take on leadership roles at UF.
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Expand Social Circles: Build friendships that extend beyond familiar groups and communities.
Through a series of engaging sessions, leadership training, and community-building activities, the First-Year Fellowship empowers students to explore their Jewish identity, expand their social circles, and get involved in Hillel and other campus opportunities.