When we don’t know where to turn we can find uplifting support from the three pillars upon which the world stands: Torah, tefillah, and gemilut chasadim — Torah, prayer, and acts of kindness.
In the face of today’s challenges for Jewish students and families, both in America and in Israel, the values of Torah, prayer, and acts of kindness remind us of our enduring commitment to one another and our world. These pillars, rooted in the teachings of Pirkei Avot, can guide Jewish students, parents, and alumni at the University of Vermont as we strive to strengthen our community and embody tikkun olam amidst challenges — our duty to “repair the world.”
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