The University of Pennsylvania is about 11% Jewish, according to Hillel International, meaning there are close to 1,100 Jewish students at the historic university in Philadelphia.

With a variety of options in the city for those looking to embrace Jewish life, it isn’t easy for any one organization to stand out among the crowd.

However, Penn Hillel does just that. Founded more than 100 years ago, the organization says that it reaches more than 85% of on-campus undergrad Jews each year. Part of the reason that Penn Hillel appeals to many Jewish students is that it offers so many avenues for Jewish life.

There is Steinhardt Hall, a massive center with lounges, classrooms, an auditorium, a beit midrash, a library, a kosher dining hall and more. It was built in 2003 and has been a beloved ho

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