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FAQ


Q: How can I learn about trips to Israel?

A:  Whether you want to learn Hebrew, study foreign affairs, make Aliyah, or just eat some falafel, a trip to Israel is an experience of a lifetime.  Check out our opportunities page to learn about lots of different trips and ways to go to Israel!



Q: How can I learn about pro-Israel advocacy opportunities?

A:  One of the most exciting things about Israel advocacy is that it can take many different forms.  Be creative, form relationships, and utilize the resources that are already out there.  ICC posts new information about events and opportunities every week on the ICC website.  If you’re looking for something specific, check out our opportunities page to learn about lots of different trips, internships, activities and ways to get involved and advocate for Israel!



Q: How can I learn about Israel advocacy internships?

A: Israel on Campus Coalition can help connect you with all sorts of Israel advocacy internships.  Check out our opportunities page to learn about lots of different internships from a variety of organizations in order to advocate for Israel.  To see what some student interns are doing, here’s a list of interns with information about what they’re doing.



Q: My campus is apathetic about Israel… what can I do?

A: On many campuses, your peers just don’t know or care about Israel. You’ve come to the right place to connect with resources that will encourage your engagement with Israel advocacy and that will help you to garner campus interest in Israel.  Check out what the ICC’s MZ-Grinspoon Interns are doing and what initiatives ICC Israel Advocacy Grantees are accomplishing around the country to get some ideas for what you can do on your campus.



Q: A divestment bill was proposed on my campus, what can I do?

A: For many campuses, the delegitimization of Israel on campus and prevalence of the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) campaign is a real concern. To this end, the Israel on Campus Coalition (ICC) has mobilized its network of partner organizations and professionals to collaborate on countering-BDS materials. These materials include case studies, documents, resources, and best practices guides for campus and community professionals, and students dealing with delegitimization of Israel on their campus. With numerous contributors, the ICC’s materials provide a comprehensive, user-friendly resource to assist in important efforts on campus. Check out our resources for countering delegitimization or give us a call. We’re here to help.



Q: How do I deal with a professor who brings a clear bias to my classroom?

A:  First of all, know that you are not alone, and that students from all sorts of colleges and disciplines struggle with encountering biased professors.  At its best, the classroom is a place for open, honest, and respectful exchange of ideas, but sometimes professors overstep their bounds by pushing their own agenda or perspective and preventing intellectual freedom.  Addressing this difficult issue is challenging and can put students in a vulnerable position.  Please check out our resources, which include methods for addressing professor biases, and check out the Israel Campus Beat, which provides insightful articles about Israel in classrooms and on campus. 



Q: Are there ways to talk about Israel without getting people all up in arms?

A:  Certainly.  Israel and the Middle East is a very contentious discussion topic, but the ICC and its partner organizations provide innovative strategies for how to approach the topic peacefully on college campuses.  Responsible dialogue is at the heart of ICC’s mission.  To learn more about how to join the conversation about Israel, you can read about some Israel advocacy initiatives, read up about Israel on the Israel Campus Beat, see what our MZ-Grinspoon Interns are doing. You can also like us on Facebook or follow our twitter feed, which regularly contains helpful tips on discussing Israel intelligently and respectfully.



Q: Do I have to be Jewish to get involved?

A:  Nope



Q: I have an interesting story to brag/complain/schvitz/inquire/rant/rave about. Can I share it?

A:  Please do!  We’re always excited to post stories that are interesting, relevant, and appropriate to our twitter feed.  And if you are interesting in writing a news article, go to Israel Campus Beat, an online publication and part of ICC that is designated for campus news stories.