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Approx Jewish Students on campus - 20+

The J-Soc is very relaxed, with events every few weeks ranging from dinners to nights out. People don't tend to come to every event but rather just come when they can. It's a very small but friendly J-Soc so even if someone's never come before they are welcomed in

President: Aaron Berlyne

What are you most excited about as J-Soc President?

“Really looking forward to being JSoc president this year and being able to host more socials. I’m aiming to make sure everyone feels safe and comfortable so that the JSOC can become a place where we can productively discuss topics in a way that brings people together"

What is your favourite event you have attended?

"The annual barbecue we have to start the year. This event is the most popular every year and it gives a chance to meet majority of the people who will come to events throughout the rest of the year. The food is also a big plus."

Whats the best thing about Newcastle's J-Soc?

"The best thing about Newcastle Jsoc is that it isn't necessarily just about religion, it's about being with people with similar beliefs to you and a similar upbringing making it easy to get along with everyone. But we also try to ensure that the religious link is there for those who want it, without enforcing it on those who come just to meet other Jews in a similar situation to them."

Kosher Food & Accommodation

Kosher food can be purchased from Gateshead and the Chaplain is available to help with this. The Orthadox synagogue also has a shop in it where you can purchase Kosher food.

Local Synagogue Information

An Orthodox synagogue and a small Reform synagogue.

The UJS Sabbatical Officer for this campus is Arianna

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