JCRC applauds U of M’s partnership with its Jewish community

As MPR News reported yesterday, “University of Minnesota President Rebecca Cunningham sent a letter Monday to faculty, students and staff underscoring her commitment to preventing antisemitism.”

The letter outlines “three specific initiatives: a mandatory module on antisemitism for all instructors, the inclusion of antisemitism questions in the U’s 2026 Campus Climate Survey, and the creation of a dedicated Jewish alumni network.”

JCRC welcomes these announcements: “The new president is committed in word and, I’m sure, deed to addressing antisemitism on campus. We know firsthand, she spent much time meeting with Jewish student groups,” said Executive Director Steve Hunegs.

This message was echoed on Tuesday by JCRC, as well as Hillel students, staff and board members, in our meetings on Capitol Hill.

JCRC, Hillel, and Jewish students meet with Representative Craig

JCRC, Hillel, and Jewish students meet with Representative Morrison

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As the consensus public affairs voice of the Jewish community, JCRC builds relationships to fight antisemitism and bigotry; educates about Judaism, Israel, antisemitism, and the Holocaust; advocates for Jewish values and priorities; and safeguards our community.