Program Library
Stuck on creative event ideas for your Jewish Grad club this year? JGO is here to help!
Below you will find real event ideas that fellow Jewish graduate clubs across North America have done on campus, in partnership with JGO. Feel free to take a look!
When you have an idea in mind, fill out the Event Request form and we will be in touch to help you with your event though funding, Kosher food, drinks, supplies, and more.
Questions? Contact Elisabeth at egrossman@gojgo.org
Below you will find real event ideas that fellow Jewish graduate clubs across North America have done on campus, in partnership with JGO. Feel free to take a look!
When you have an idea in mind, fill out the Event Request form and we will be in touch to help you with your event though funding, Kosher food, drinks, supplies, and more.
Questions? Contact Elisabeth at egrossman@gojgo.org
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Admitted Student Event
Welcome newly admitted students to your community with a casual
Advice Session for First Years
Host a casual Q&A where upperclassmen share tips with first years. JGO
Alumni Reunion
Bring together alumni and current students for a night of stories, snacks,
Apples and Honey Tabling
Share apples and honey on campus to spread New Year wishes and Rosh
Assisted Living Home Visit
Spend time visiting with seniors through games, songs, or conversation.
Author Event
Host a Jewish author for a reading, book talk, or discussion. JGO provides
Babka Bake
Learn how to make gooey, delicious babka from scratch in this sweet
Bagel Making
Make, boil, and bake your own bagels with friends while learning their
Bagels and Learning
Pair bagels with bite-sized Jewish learning in a relaxed, social setting.
Baking and Learning
Mix Jewish learning with challah or hamentachen baking for a rich
Banquet Dinner
Celebrate the end of a semester or year with a semi-formal banquet that
Beach Clean Up
Head to the shore for a group cleanup and Jewish environmental reflection.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Support or launch a mentorship initiative connecting older and younger
Board Meeting
Gather your board to brainstorm, plan, and dream up what’s next. JGO
Board Transition Meeting
Help your leadership team pass the torch with intention and clarity. JGO
Candy Sukkah Making
Create edible sukkahs using graham crackers, candy, and icing in a fun
Card Making for Dorot
Create handmade cards for seniors to brighten their day through the Dorot
Care Package Making
Assemble thoughtful care packages for peers, seniors, or hospital
Career Day/Info Session
Offer students insight into Jewish career paths or job opportunities. JGO
Celebrate Tu B'Shvat with The Cheese Guy
Enjoy cheese tasting and learning in honor of Tu B’Shvat with The Cheese
Challah Bake
Braiding challah becomes a bonding experience at this hands-on events. JGO
Club Fair
Showcase your Jewish organization at a campus-wide or Jewish life-specific
Cocktails in the Sukkah
Unwind with a festive evening of cocktails and community under the sukkah.
Coffee and Bagels Tabling
Hand out bagels and coffee while connecting with students about your
Community Yahrzeit
Mark the communal yahrzeit for October 7th or another meaningful moment
Documentary Screening
Screen a powerful film that sparks conversation on Jewish or Israeli life,
Earth Day Volunteering
Give back to the planet with a Jewish twist through a hands-on volunteer
Exam Prep
Support your peers during finals with snacks, study space, or a relaxing
Fireside Chat with Business Executive
Host an inspiring and informal conversation with a Jewish business leader.
Food Bank Volunteering
Spend time sorting or distributing food at a local food bank as a group.
Game Night
Relax with board games, snacks, and good company. JGO sends and treats-you
Gift of Life Swab
Run a bone marrow swabbing drive to help save lives. JGO connects you with
Grad Send Off Party
Celebrate your graduating students with good food, meaningful moments, and
Hamentachen Bake
Get hands-on in the kitchen baking delicious hamentachen for Purim. JGO
Hamentachen Tabling
Table on your campus with an assortment of flavors of Hamentachen for
Hannukah Grab and Go Kits
Spread a little light throughout your school with Hannukah Grab and Go
Hannukah Party
Light the candles, spin the dreidel, and get the party started! JGO can
Hannukah Text Study
Explore the deeper messages of Chanukah through stories and conversation.
Happy Hour
Unwind with snacks and drinks at a relaxed community happy hour. JGO
Havdallah
Close out Shabbat with light, spice, and song in a meaningful Havdallah
Holocaust Survivor Speaker
Invite a Holocaust survivor to share their story in an intimate and
Hot Ones Challenge
Spice things up with a 'Hot Ones'-style Jewish learning challenge
Israeli Food Night
Enjoy a night filled with delicious Israeli dishes and cultural sharing.
Israeli Party
Celebrate Israeli culture with music, food, and dancing. JGO helps with
Jewish Book Club
Choose a Jewish book to read and discuss over snacks and good company. JGO
Jewish Comedy Night
Celebrate Jewish humor with a stand-up night, sketch show, or movie
Jewish Jepordy
Host a Jeopardy-style game with Jewish-themed categories and competition.
Jewish Learning Series
Plan a series of learning sessions around a theme that interests your
Jewish Learning Through Art
Combine creative expression with Jewish themes in a guided art session.
Jewish Learning Through Cooking
Whip up traditional foods while exploring their Jewish meaning and roots.
Jewish Learning Through Song
Learn Jewish texts through the power of song and singing together. JGO
Jewish Matchmaking Shabbat
Ready to trade dating apps for something more soulful? Join us for Jewish
Jewish Movie Night
Screen a Jewish-themed movie followed by discussion or snacks. JGO
Jewish Pen Pals Across the Globe
Match students with Jewish peers from other campuses or countries (Israel,
Jewish Trivia
Test your knowledge and have fun with a lively Jewish trivia night. JGO
Jews and Brews
Host a casual night out with beer and Jewish conversation. JGO will
JGO Staff Lunch and Learn
Get to know JGO staff through learning and schmoozing over lunch. JGO
Job Search Panel
Bring in alumni or professionals to share advice on job hunting and
JScreen
Bring genetic screening to campus with a JScreen events. JGO helps
Judge Panel
Invite Jewish judges to share their experiences in law and leadership. JGO
Kick It with Krav
Join us for a high-energy Krav Maga training session-Israel’s
Kosher Wine Tasting
Explore different kosher wines in a classy, informative tasting
Latke Bar
Everyone knows that the best part of a latke are the toppings (just
Latke Cook Off
Who from your club has the best recipe for latkes?? Have a little friendly
Latkes and Gelt Tabling
Spread holiday cheer and goodies with a Chanukah-themed tabling events.
Law Firm Event
Organize a visit or panel with a Jewish law firm or attorneys. JGO can
Lawyer Panel
Host a group of Jewish lawyers to speak about law, ethics, and identity.
Lego Sukkah Making
Use Legos to build mini sukkahs and explore Sukkot in a playful way. JGO
Lox Club
Host a chill hangout featuring bagels, lox, and schmoozing-Jewish brunch
Meal Preparation and Delivery
Cook or prep meals for a local shelter, hospital, or community in need.
Medical Ethics Discussion or Speaker
Explore Jewish perspectives on medical ethics through a speaker or
Meeting with Government Official
Organize a special visit or Zoom with a local or national government
Mentorship Coffee Chats
Encourage one-on-one mentorship over cozy coffee dates throughout the
Mentorship Lunch
Facilitate meaningful connections between students over lunch and shared
Mentorship Meeting
Bring together mentors and mentees to share goals, updates, and Jewish
Mezuzah Workshop
Invite a renowned artist or craftsman to guide guests in creating their
Mishloach Manot Give Away
Spread Purim joy by giving out mishloach manot to friends and community
Mixer
Bring different groups together for an evening of networking, games, or
Mizrahi Heritage Month
Celebrate Mizrahi Jewish culture with food, music, or learning throughout
New Student Meet and Greet
Kick off the semester by helping new students connect and find their
Non Profit Presentation
Highlight a Jewish nonprofit doing important work with a guest speaker or
Nova Speaker
Invite a survivor or loved one to share stories from Nova and October 7th.
October 7th Commemoration
Host a reflective events to mark and honor the lives lost on October 7th.
October 7th Community Gathering/Meal/Support
Create a safe space for gathering, reflection, and support in response to
October 7th Hostage Pin Tabling
Honor those still held hostage with a meaningful tabling events
October 7th Panel Discussion
Facilitate a panel that brings multiple perspectives on the impact and
Park Clean Up
Take care of your local park while grounding the experience in Jewish
Passover Seder
Celebrate Passover with a warm and meaningful Seder surrounded by
Passover Tabling
Raise awareness and share traditions during a festive Passover-themed
Passover Text Study
Get ready for Passover with a thought-provoking text study. JGO provides
Pickling Workshop
Learn how to turn cucumbers into kosher pickles! JGO ships jars, vinegar,
Picnic
Enjoy a casual outdoor picnic with friends and great conversation. JGO
Pitch a friend
Give your club members a chance to pitch a friend as a pontential date-
Pizza in the Hut
Host a pizza party in the sukkah to celebrate Sukkot with food and
Powerpoint Night
Have club members give a slide deck presentation about a hyperfixation of
Pre-Yom Kippur Meal
Gather for a nourishing pre-fast meal and reflection before Yom Kippur.
Prince of Egypt Watch Party
Come together to watch Prince of Egypt and reflect on the themes of
Professor Lunch and Learn
Invite a Jewish or Jewish studies professor for lunch and an informal
Purim Masquerade
Host a whimsical Purim masquerade with costumes, games, and dancing. JGO
Purim Party
Celebrate Purim with a lively party full of costumes, music, and mishloach
Purim Spiel
Put on a fun and theatrical Purim spiel for your community. JGO can
Purim Tabling
Engage your campus with a joyful and interactive Purim tabling events. JGO
Purim Text Study
Dive into Purim’s themes with guided texts and conversation. JGO sends
Rosh Hashana Dinner
Host a delicious and meaningful dinner to ring in the Jewish New Year. JGO
Rosh Hashana Sweet Treat Celebration
Celebrate the sweetness of the New Year with apples, honey, and other
Rosh Hashanah Challah Bake
Welcome the New Year by baking round challahs together. JGO provides
Rosh Hashanah Text Study
Start the year off with reflection and insight through Jewish texts. JGO
Rosh Hodesh
Mark the new Jewish month with reflection, ritual, and
Shabbat and Self-Care
Celebrate Shabbat by slowing down, reflecting, and engaging in wellness
Shabbat and Social Justice
Focus your Shabbat dinner around meaningful conversations about justice
Shabbat at the Beach
Celebrate Shabbat with sand between your toes, singing, and sunset
Shabbat Dinner
Unplug and connect over a home-cooked Shabbat dinner. JGO provides wine
Shabbat for a Cause
Pair your Shabbat gathering with a theme or social cause that matters to
Shabbat on the Quad
Bring Shabbat to a central campus spot with dinner, singing, and
Shabbat Oneg
Wind down Shabbat services with an Oneg filled with treats and tunes. JGO
Shabbat Picnic
Host a relaxed, outdoor Shabbat picnic with your community. JGO helps with
Shabbat Potluck
Host a potluck-style Shabbat dinner where everyone brings a dish to share.
Shabbat Under the Stars
Host an outdoor Shabbat dinner under the night sky with candles and
Shabbaton Retreat
Spend a weekend away for a restful and immersive Shabbat retreat. JGO can
Sharsheret
Partner with Sharsheret to host a breast cancer awareness and education
Shehechiyanu Moment
Celebrate something new or meaningful in your community with a
Simchat Torah Celebration
Celebrate the joy of finishing and restarting the Torah with dancing,
Snacks in the Sukkah
Gather for a casual hangout with snacks in the sukkah during the week of
Soup in the Sukkah
Warm up in the sukkah with a cozy soup night and good conversation. JGO
Spread Cream Cheese Not Hate
Host a bagel giveaway or tabling events promoting kindness and inclusion.
Su-Kafe Coffee in the Sukkah
Enjoy a relaxed coffee hangout inside the sukkah with good company and
Sufganyot Making
Make your own sufganyot (jelly stuffed donuts) for Hannukah! JGO can send
Sukkah Decorating
Gather your community to decorate the sukkah with handmade art and natural
Sukkot Camping Trip
Celebrate Sukkot outdoors with an overnight camping experience under the
Sukkot Crafts
Create fun and meaningful decorations for the sukkah, from paper chains to
Sukkot Social
Host a relaxed Sukkot hangout with snacks, games, and conversation in the
Sukkot Text Study
Gather to learn about Sukkot’s themes of impermanence and joy. JGO
Sushi in the Sukkah
Celebrate Sukkot by eating sushi together in the sukkah. JGO provides
Torah on Tap
Host a laid-back Jewish learning night at a local bar, café, or student
Tu B'Shvat Flower Crown Making
Make beautiful flower crowns to celebrate the New Year of the Trees. JGO
Tu B'Shvat Planting Event
Celebrate Tu B’Shvat by planting seeds or small plants in a hands-on
Tu B'Shvat Seder
Host a Tu B’Shvat seder featuring fruits, wine, and meaningful
Tu B'Shvat Smoothie Bar
Make fruity smoothies to celebrate the trees and reflect on our connection
Tu B'Shvat Tabling
Engage your campus with a Tu B’Shvat-themed tabling events focused on
Tu B'Shvat Tree Planting
Celebrate the New Year of the Trees by planting something green. JGO
Tu B'Shvat Text and Tea
Host a cozy discussion about nature and renewal over hot tea and
Vodka and Latkes
Edible potatoes and drinkable potatoes, a match made in heaven! JGO can
Welcome Back Shabbat
Kick off the semester with a cozy and joyful Shabbat dinner. JGO helps
Yom Haatzmaut BBQ
Celebrate Israel’s Independence Day with an outdoor BBQ and festive
Yom Haatzmaut Party
Throw a big bash for Israel’s Independence Day with music, Israeli
Yom Kippur Break Fast
Come together to break the fast with a comforting post-Yom Kippur meal.