CAMPAIGN CELEBRATION WEEKEND
HONORING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE
Diane & Howard Schilit Hillel
THE REDEDICATION OF NEWLY RENOVATED
Norman H. Lipoff Hall
November 13–15, 2026
Gainesville, Florida
Purchase a Tribute in our Celebration Book!
Share a message in our digital Tribute Book! We invite families, alumni, businesses, Jewish community organizations, faculty, staff, community members and friends to share words of congratulations, joyful memories, and well wishes as we mark this exciting milestone for Schilit Hillel and the future of Jewish life at UF.
Your tribute will be part of a commemorative, digital book, honoring the people, relationships, and generosity that make our Schilit Hillel community so special.
All Tribute Book orders are due by Friday, October 30, 2026!
Can't make it to Gainesville?
Make a Donation in Honor of this Exciting Milestone for Hillel
For questions about giving, please contact Jamie Zinn.
CAPITAL AND ENDOWMENT CAMPAIGN
In less than a decade, the University of Florida has become a premier, top five public institution, making an already competitive school even more appealing to Florida’s best and brightest Jewish students. This rapid ascent to elite status raised the bar in all areas of campus life: facilities, faculty, research, career readiness, innovation, and more.
In this new landscape, Gators also expect exceptional Jewish life to serve the needs of one of the largest Jewish student populations of any university in the country. They want a campus that boasts a strong, vibrant, safe, and pluralistic Jewish community - one that the Diane and Howard Schilit Hillel at University of Florida is uniquely positioned to provide with the right resources.
Campaign Weekend Schedule
Saturday, November 14, 2026: Afternoon Tours & Activities
Free to attend, RSVP requested
2 PM: Price Judaica Suite Tour with Rebecca Jefferson
Other Activities TBD
Campaign Celebration Weekend FAQs
Do I need to RSVP or buy tickets?
The Saturday night Celebration Gala includes a dinner and program and requires a paid ticket. All other events are offered free of charge, courtesy of Schilit Hillel. You will have the opportunity to RSVP to the other weekend events as part of your ticket form.
What if I can only attend some of the events?
We welcome your participation in as many events as your schedule permits! Friday night and Saturday morning Shabbat programs and meals are open to the community, free of charge. The highlight of the weekend is the Saturday night Celebration Gala dinner and program, which requires a paid ticket.
What is the dress attire for Saturday night's Celebration Gala?
Cocktail attire is most appropriate. We suggest sports jackets, cocktail dresses or dressy pantsuits.
Who can I contact with additional questions?
Please email Schilit Hillel's Chief Advancement Officer Jamie Zinn at jamie.zinn@ufhillel.org.