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Statement on the Attack in Minneapolis
The Orthodox Union joins with our Catholic brothers and sisters, the city of Minneapolis, and all Americans in mourning the victims of the horrifying attack at the Annunciation Catholic School
Aug 27, 2025
By OU Staff
Amid War and Uncertainty, the Orthodox Union Brought Over 2,000 Youth to Israel This Summer
Amid War and Uncertainty, the Orthodox Union Brought Over...
Despite challenges and security concerns, the OU ensured youth and adults enjoyed safe, enriching, and inspiring summer experiences in Israel   Amid escalating tensions from the Iran war, which threatened
Aug 21, 2025
By OU Staff
New OU-JLIC Directors Bring Fresh Energy to Seven Leading Universities
New OU-JLIC Directors Bring Fresh Energy to Seven Leading...
With new leadership at Cornell, NYU, Columbia/Barnard, Princeton, Brandeis, University of Chicago, and Rutgers, the Orthodox Union’s Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus builds on a successful growth model to strengthen
Aug 19, 2025
By OU Staff
OU Mourns the Passing of Rabbi Berel Wein zt”l
OU Mourns the Passing of Rabbi Berel Wein zt”l
The Orthodox Union joins with Klal Yisrael in mourning the loss of Rabbi Berel Wein, zt”l. Rabbi Wein was a uniquely impactful Rav whose work, perspective, and voice profoundly influenced
Aug 17, 2025
By OU Staff
OU Kosher’s Women’s Seminar Offers Deep Dive into Kosher Certification
OU Kosher’s Women’s Seminar Offers Deep Dive into Kosher...
ASK OU 2025 Summer Women’s Kashrus Experience Attendees Gain Rare Insights into the Precision and Professionalism Behind OU Kosher’s Work     As a cooking instructor, personal chef, and author
Aug 5, 2025
By OU Staff
Yachad and Camp Morasha Celebrate 25 Years of Unity with Shiria Event
Yachad and Camp Morasha Celebrate 25 Years of Unity...
Highlighting the Growth and Impact of Inclusion on the Entire Camp Community     This year, Camp Morasha pulled out all the stops to mark a significant milestone: 25 years
Aug 4, 2025
By OU Staff
Proud, Sad, and Angry
Proud, Sad, and Angry
We are proud, sad, and angry. We remain proud of Israel and its army, the only moral fighting force in the region striving to abide by internationally accepted laws of
Jul 30, 2025
By OU Staff
The OU Women’s Initiative Awards Grants for Creative Tehillim Programming Nationwide
The OU Women’s Initiative Awards Grants for Creative Tehillim...
Five women receive funding and support to bring innovative, experiential Tehillim experiences to their communities     The OU Women’s Initiative, a division of the Orthodox Union that has galvanized
Jul 17, 2025
By OU Staff
New IVDU Girls’ Middle School Opening This Fall in Brooklyn
New IVDU Girls’ Middle School Opening This Fall in...
IVDU is opening a new Girls’ Middle School in Brooklyn this fall, offering a holistic special education program focused on academic success, social-emotional growth, and Torah values for students with learning...
Jun 26, 2025
By OU Staff
Jewish Action Wins Five Rockower Awards
Jewish Action Wins Five Rockower Awards
Jewish Action, the OU’s quarterly family magazine, won five Simon Rockower Awards for Excellence in Jewish Journalism for work that appeared in 2024. The announcement was made at the American Jewish
Jun 25, 2025
By OU Staff

Recent Articles

Statement on the Attack in Minneapolis
27 Aug
Amid War and Uncertainty, the Orthodox Union Brought Over 2,000 Youth to Israel This Summer
21 Aug
New OU-JLIC Directors Bring Fresh Energy to Seven Leading Universities
19 Aug
OU Mourns the Passing of Rabbi Berel Wein zt”l
17 Aug
OU Kosher’s Women’s Seminar Offers Deep Dive into Kosher Certification
05 Aug
Yachad and Camp Morasha Celebrate 25 Years of Unity with Shiria Event
04 Aug
Proud, Sad, and Angry
30 Jul
The OU Women’s Initiative Awards Grants for Creative Tehillim Programming Nationwide
17 Jul
New IVDU Girls’ Middle School Opening This Fall in Brooklyn
26 Jun
Jewish Action Wins Five Rockower Awards
25 Jun
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