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Hillel meets spiritual needs of campus Jewish community
The University of Kansas' campi Jewish organization, Hillel, provides a cultural and spiritual place for Jewish students to come together.
By Livi Regenbaum
Special to the Kansan
together. Susan Shafer-Landau, executive director of Hillel, said that Hillel served many purposes.
"Hillel is a place for Jewish students to get together whether it be for spiritual, cultural, or social needs," Shafer-Landau said. "It also provides educational and leadership opportunities for Jewish students."
As many as 300 students attend events that the organization sponsors. But Shafer-Landau hopes that more students will become involved in Hillel.
"Hiliel is not merely a synagogue on campus," she said. "It is also a community and resource center." Will Hiliel, director of out-of-
KU's Hillel chapter — part of an
international organization founded in the 1930s— is at 940 Mississippi St. and is open to all students for activities or as a place to hang out. Activities range from monthly film nights to discussion groups about issues pertaining to Jewish life.
Ilana Reichman, Boca Raton, Fla. senlor, finds Hillel to be a unique and friendly place.
"I enjoy Hillel because it is one of the only places on campus where one can feel comfortable with their peers," said Reichman, who has been involved with Hillel for a year. "With the lack of Judaism on campus, Hillel makes me feel more comfortable because it allows me to be in an environment where I can interact with other Jews. I also find the discussion groups to be interesting."
Reichman helped coordinate Shabbat dinners, held on the first Friday of every month for students to come together for a meal and
draver.
Sarah Shik, president of Hillel and Overland Park senior, said there was a vital need for a Jewish organization on campus.
opportunity Hiliel also provides community programs, such as serving food to the homeless at the Jubilee Cafe.
Hillel's programs include Birth Right Israel, which gives students who have never been to Israel the opportunity to go.
"Everyone needs a place where they can express themselves in a welcoming environment," Shik said. "Hillel provides an open, encouraging environment where one can share in Jewish cultural ties with the other."
Hillel offers introductory classes on Jewish beliefs for those who want to learn more about Jewish faith and works with the Lawrence Jewish Community Center in planning high holiday services.
Edited by Ben Embry
Fuel hike affects travel plans
Rv Justin Pierce
Special to the Kansan
Students interested in traveling over spring break should research destinations well and early, said Dorothy Pogge, Carlson-Wagonlit Travel manager, 800 Massachusetts St.
Increased fuel costs are forcing airlines to raise prices for popular student destinations even where a large number of students allow travel agencies to get bulk rates.
Pogge said the most popular student destinations were generally Mexico, Florida and the Caribbean.
"Generally we can offer students good rates going to these destinations, but this year fuel costs are raising prices even if you just want to go to Cancun," she said. "When the airfare price lists for spring come out, we do expect increases somewhere in the neighborhood of 10 percent."
Jason Allen, Leawood senior, made plans for his annual trip to the Florida Keys, and said there was a significant increase in the price of his ticket.
And travel agents warn that if students wait too long, tickets will only get pricier. Farn Murphy, independ-
"I got that ticket even earlier this year, and it cost me a lot," Allen said. "I paid a little over a hundred dollars more than I usually do."
dent travel agent, said she doesn't have a positive outlook for airfares in the near future.
"Students waiting to make plans, or waiting for airfares to go down are going to feel it in their checkbook come spring if they still want to travel," she said. "Airfares don't appear to be getting any cheaper anytime soon."
But there are ways students can save a little money when it comes time to buy that spring break ticket. Pogge said timing was everything.
"If you can be flexible on departures and returns, you will save money," Pogge said. "If you can leave early, or come back two to three days early, or sometimes if you are willing to spend a few extra hours flying and reroute through other cities you can save money."
Harriet Matthews, owner of River City Travel Co., 3300 W. 15th St., suggested other ways to save money this spring.
"If you leave from St. Louis, where there are lots of charter flights to popular destinations, or a bigger city like Denver or Dallas with more departures, then you can save some cash," Matthews said. "But really just book as soon as possible, and try using a package that bundles hotel and other accommodations with airfare to cut costs."
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