Campus Commons Application

This is what the application looks like, step by step. Nothing can be filled out or saved on this page — when you’re ready, start your application and your answers will be saved as you go.

Step 1 of 9 — Eligibility

Eligibility

A few quick questions before you begin your Campus Commons application.

Please note:

You must answer “Yes” to both questions to continue with the application.

Will you be enrolled in an undergraduate college or university in the United States or Canada during the duration of the program?

Yes

Do you consider yourself to be Jewish?

Yes

Step 2 of 9 — Basic Info

Basic Information

Tell us who you are and how to reach you.

First Name *

Last Name *

Preferred Name

If different from your first name.

Email Address *

Please include a non-school email if possible.

Alternate Email Address

A second email address, if useful.

Cell Phone *

School / College or University *

The undergraduate college or university you attend.

Estimated Graduation *

Your expected graduation month and year.

Which cohort are you applying for? *

Cohort 4

See schedule here.

Cohort 5

See schedule here.

Application deadline: Monday, November 2

Step 3 of 9 — About You

Applicant Information

A little more about you.

Class Year *

Date of Birth *

Gender

Man

Woman

Non-binary / another gender identity

Other

Campus Address *

City *

State / Province

Zip / Postal Code

Home Address *

Start typing — we'll suggest matching addresses. You can also enter it manually.

Country

City *

State / Province

Zip / Postal Code

Where do you reside during the academic year? *

Campus address

Home address

Other

Major / Concentration (optional)

High School *

Gap Year (optional)

If you took a gap year or have other non-linear education history, tell us about it here.

Which of the following, if any, best describes how you identify Jewishly? *

Conservative

Culturally Jewish

Modern Orthodox

Orthodox

Reconstructionist

Reform

Renewal

Traditional Egalitarian

Other

Please share how you heard about Campus Commons (Select all that apply; must select at least one) *

I was nominated

A mentor, professor, or other professional referred me

A Campus Commons alum referred me

A Bronfman Fellowship alum referred me

I learned about Campus Commons at an event or information table

A Campus Commons staff member told me about the program

I am a former Bronfman Fellowship applicant

I heard about Campus Commons on social media

My campus Hillel told me about Campus Commons

I heard about Campus Commons through another (Non-Hillel) Jewish organization

Other

Step 4 of 9 — Activities

Applicant Details and Activities

List up to three of your current or recent on-campus activities.

Activity 1 *

Activity 2

Activity 3

Please list up to three hobbies or extracurricular interests. These can include activities in school and outside of school, including interests, hobbies and intellectual pursuits you dedicate significant time to.

Hobby / Extracurricular 1 *

Hobby / Extracurricular 2

Hobby / Extracurricular 3

Step 5 of 9 — Short Answers

Short Answers

Please answer in 150 words or fewer.

Please keep in mind that there are no better or worse responses to these questions — we are simply interested in getting to know you.

Describe your Jewish background, including how you connect to or express your Judaism today. What is one question about Jewish life or community that you are currently exploring or curious about? *

150 words or fewer.

0/150 words

Describe one environment where you see an opportunity to foster greater understanding across differences on campus. Describe the opportunity, your role (whether formal or informal), and how you hope to apply what you learn through Campus Commons within this context. *

150 words or fewer.

0/150 words

Step 6 of 9 — Video

Video

In two minutes or less, tell us about a time when you had an interaction with someone who had a different perspective, background, or life experience than you. What did you take away from the experience? Please give one specific example.

Record directly in the application below using your device’s camera, or upload a video file. Please do not use professional equipment or special effects. Keep editing to a minimum and do not read from a script. Make sure we can hear and see you.

Record or Upload Your Video

Allow camera and microphone access when prompted, or upload a file (up to 100 MB).

Step 7 of 9 — Reference

Reference Information

Please provide the contact information for one professional reference who knows you well. This may be a campus professional, professor, supervisor, Jewish life professional (e.g., Hillel, Chabad, or a Jewish Student Union), or the leader of an organization where you are actively involved. If someone outside of these roles knows you well in either a professional or mentorship capacity, they may also serve as your reference. Your reference may not be a friend or an immediate family member.

Your reference will receive an email with a brief form to fill out, indicating that you have listed them as a reference in support of your Campus Commons application. Please follow-up with your reference to ensure they submit the form by the application deadline (Monday, November 2).

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Relationship to you *

Title (optional)

Organization (optional)

Phone (optional)

Step 8 of 9 — Commitments

Program Commitments

A few confirmations before you finish.

Program Dates

Cohort 4

See schedule here.

Cohort 5

See schedule here.

For general questions about the program or schedule, contact campuscommons@bronfman.org.

If accepted into this program, I agree to participate fully in all programming, including the five-day in-person retreat and all virtual sessions, as well as to respond promptly to all requests for feedback or information from the staff. *

Financial Equity

At Campus Commons, we are committed to financial equity and invest in every student to ensure an exceptional experience.

All costs related to the retreat, including accommodations, meals, and roundtrip travel from New York City to the retreat site, are fully covered by the program, thanks to the generous support of UJA-Federation of New York.

If applicable, students are responsible for covering their travel to and from New York City. A travel assistance fund for those who need financial support is available for students traveling from outside New York City. We are committed to financial equity to ensure an exceptional experience for every student.

We do not want financial considerations to limit participation in Campus Commons. We offer program accessibility stipends for those whose ability to participate in our program would otherwise be limited by work, expenses, or other circumstances. More information about accessibility will be shared as part of acceptance into the program.

Separately, Campus Commons cohort members are eligible to apply for a paid Campus Commons Internship as a part of the cohort experience.

Please check here to confirm that you read and understand: *

Step 9 of 9 — Demographics

Demographic Information

We aspire to learn more about our applicants so we can ensure the diversity and accessibility of our program. We appreciate your answers to the questions on this page, but you may choose "prefer not to answer". The information below will not have any bearing on your application.

Race and Ethnicity

Which of the following best describes you? (Select all that apply)

African American or Black

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian or Asian American

Hispanic, Latinx or Spanish Origin

Middle Eastern or North African

Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander

White

Not listed here or prefer to self-describe

Prefer not to answer

Sexual Identity

How would you describe your sexual identity? (Select all that apply)

Asexual

Bisexual

Gay / Lesbian

Heterosexual/Straight

Pansexual

Queer

Questioning

Prefer to self-describe

Prefer not to answer

Jewish Cultural Heritage

Which of the following most closely reflects your Jewish cultural heritage? (Select all that apply)

Ashkenazi

Israeli

Mizrahi

Persian

Russian or RSJ

Former Soviet Union

Sephardic

Other

Prefer not to answer

Were you or any of your parents born outside of the United States or Canada? (Mark all that apply)

Yes, at least one of my parents was born outside of the United States or Canada

Yes, I was born outside of the United States or Canada

No, neither me nor my parents were born outside of the United States or Canada

Prefer not to answer

In the household where you were primarily raised, were one or both of your parents or guardians Jewish?

Yes, both of my parents or guardians were Jewish

Yes, one of my parents or guardians was Jewish

No, neither of my parents or guardians were Jewish

Prefer not to answer

Economic Information

Which of these best describes your current financial situation?

Cannot make ends meet

Just managing to make ends meet

Have enough money / Comfortable

Have some extra money

Well-off

Prefer not to answer

To what extent have financial concerns limited your ability to fully participate in college life (academically, socially, or within extracurricular activities)?

Not at all

A little

Quite a bit

A great deal

Prefer not to answer

Which best describes your employment during the academic year?

I do not work.

I work fewer than 10 hours per week.

I work 10-20 hours per week.

I work 20-30 hours per week.

I work 30 or more hours per week.

Prefer not to answer