Jewish Cultural Celebration 2025
November 17 – 21, 2025
“Climbing the Mountain”
JCC Week Kickoff
Monday, November 17 | 5:30 pm | Colonnade Room, Cedric Rucker University Center
This kickoff event for the Jewish Cultural Celebration will provide opportunities for individuals to engage in community service projects while learning about the Jewish value of giving back or Tzedakah. This is a special event dedicated to performing acts of philanthropy while educating about the roots, branches, and values of the Jewish community. This event is open to everyone!
Jewish Cultural Dinner at the Top of the CRUC
Tuesday, November 18 | 5:00 p.m. | Restaurants at the Top of the CRUC, Cedric Rucker University Center
Cost with Campus Meal Plan: 1 meal swipe or $15.27 flex. The cost for EagleOne or credit card is $17.64, plus tax, and $5.24 plus tax for children ages 4 – 10. The cost for UMW faculty/staff is $7.57.
Co-sponsored by University Dining
Join the Jewish Student Association for themed dinner, and learn about upcoming events.
Jewish Cultural Celebration Major Performance: Dr. Jeff Grossman
Wednesday, November 19 | 7:00 p.m. |
Shabbat Dinner
Friday, November 21 | 5:00 p.m. | Chandler Ballroom C, Cedric Rucker University Center
The Sabbath begins at sundown on Friday and continues until three stars appear in the sky on Saturday night. During Shabbat, families, friends, and community come together to reflect on the week and enjoy a nice meal. Join the Jewish Student Association as we conclude our week of celebration and enjoy a Sabbat dinner together.
All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. For more information, please contact the James Farmer Multicultural Center at (540) 654-1044 or visit students.umw.edu/multicultural. Please email us at jfmc@umw.edu if you have any questions regarding disability-related accommodations.