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Saturday, November 16, 2024
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Jewish students can sign up for free trip to Israel

On Wednesday, Jewish young adults will be able to register online for a free peer-group trip to Israel this winter.

The trip is covered by a program called Taglit-Birthright Israel and is funded by private philanthropists, Birthright alumni, the Israeli government and other organizations.

"Going on this trip changed my perspective on Israel," said Rachel Benjamin, a UF sophomore. "It also really helped me get more involved in my Jewish identity."

Israel fellow Dana Ben-Chail coordinates the program at Hillel through IsraelExperts. She said Hillel is a home away from home for Jewish students.

Registration begins at noon Wednesday and will be open for 24 hours. A refundable $250 deposit is required to hold one's place.

To register, go to Birth Right Israel or call Dana Ben-Chail at 352-359-9545.

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