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At Chabad on Campus you will find a community with which you can connect, develop and find conviviality. Sometimes you may only be looking for only one aspect of what we offer, at other times you may want it all at once. Whether it is about deepening your religious knowledge, socializing on Shabbat, or the experience of connection in celebrating the Jewish holidays together, you will find it with us.

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The Power of the Family: The Secret of Jewish Survival

A Reflection on the Weekly Torah Reading – Parashat Shemot (Exodus 1:1–6:1) by Rabbi Yanki Jacobs

Question for Dr. Simcha: My partner and I split up, but did we make the right desision?

A broken heart hurts a lot. Unfortunately, there is not a quick fix, but there are things you can do to soften the pain.

Question for Dr. Simcha: I got invited for a job interview. How do I make sure I’m well prepared?

I got invited for a job interview. How do I make sure I’m well prepared?

High Holiday Services 2024

With the ending of the Jewish year 5784 and the start of 5785, we celebrate the Jewish High Holidays: Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot and Simchat Torah. This is an overview of all celebrations and services we offer.

Question for Dr. Simcha: I struggle to focus on work because of social media. How do I overcome my addiction?

I struggle to focus on work because of social media. How do I overcome my addiction? Dr. Simcha answers.
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Question for Dr. Simcha: How do I find a job after my studies?

I finished my studies, how do I now find a job? Dr. Simcha answers.

Minister of Education Eppo Bruins Visits Jewish Students: Important Message on Safety and Discrimination

Minister Eppo Bruins addressed Jewish students at a Shabbat dinner hosted by Chabad on Campus, stressing the importance of safety, openness, and combating antisemitism in education.

Kosher Restaurants and Shops in Amsterdam

Where can you find Kosher restaurants and stores in Amsterdam?
Shabbat /Sjabbat Candles Amsterdam

Shabbat Times Netherlands

Times of Shabbat in the Netherlands based on calculation of the NIK.

Question for Dr. Simcha: How do I make friends in a New City?

I just moved to Leiden and feel isolated. How can I make new friends? Dr. Simcha answers.

The 15th of Av 2024

Love & Rebirth

Conclusion of an eventful academic year

Jewish students and university professors have had an eventful academic year. Chabad on Campus organized a barbecue to reflect on the past and look ahead.

Founding of Nederlands-Joods Studenten Overleg

(NJSO)

Young Jewish Community Celebrates Purim in Amsterdam South Despite War Concerns

Pictures of Purim celebration for Students and YP’s 2024

Purim: A Tale of Victory and Celebration

The story of Purim finds it’s origin in the ancient times of the Persian Empire and only one women saving a whole people.

Spotlight: Elize – #40

I’m Elize, born in Amersfoort, living in Ede, and currently studying in Wageningen.

Moving dinner for 180 family members of the hostages

The family members of the 130+ hostages were in The Netherlands to file a lawsuit against Hamas. Afterwards, we hosted an moving dinner for them.

Spotlight: Dan – #39

My name is Dan. I’m half Zimbabwean, half South African, half Israeli, and I grew up in Sweden but am now living in the Netherlands.

Jewish student Shabbaton in Prague

Spotlight: Scarlett – #38

Scarlett is from London UK, studying Film, Photography and Media in Leeds. She currently does an exchange year in Rotterdam. What is her experience of this time away from home?