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Students facing campus Seder test

April 21, 2016 10:29
St Andrews University students enjoying Pesach lunch last year. More than 60 people are due at the JSoc's Seder

By

Naomi Firsht,

Naomi Firsht

2 min read

Why is this university term different from all other terms? With Pesach falling late this year, the majority of UK students are faced with the challenge of celebrating the festival on campus, something that last happened in 2008.

But student organisations and local communities have rallied to provide students with Passover packs, discounts and support to ensure a joyful Pesach away from home.

The Union of Jewish Students has published a "Pesach on Campus" guide, which includes instructions on how to kosher a kitchen, plus explanations of the Exodus story and Seder night.

To help with the cost of the holiday, UJS has also secured a 10-per cent discount for students at kosher food store Titanics, a Pesach Shabbat meal for just £3 per head and free Pesach treat boxes.

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