The Crisis of Antisemitism on College Campuses

Presented by Liya Levanda, PsyD - University of Nevada, Reno

Date: Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm PT / 6:00 pm MT / 7:00 pm CT / 8:00 p.m. ET
Webinar length is approx 75-90 min, ZOOM link will be sent to those who registered  a few days before the event

Antisemitism remains a more critical issue than ever on college campuses, leaving Jewish students and staff alike especially vulnerable. Jewish students are feeling less safe on campus, which leads to negative side effects like worsening academic performance and higher transfer rates. Additionally, Jewish therapy clients are increasingly reporting that antisemitism is a barrier to accessing treatment (McKay & Koppelman White, 2025). This 90-minute webinar will provide an in-depth exploration of the unique experiences of Jewish college students in today’s university environment. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how antisemitism affects the mental health of Jewish students and will learn actionable strategies for allyship to foster a safer and more supportive campus community- not just for Jewish students, but for all university members.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify three examples of how antisemitism can manifest on college campuses.
2. Describe five potential impacts of college antisemitism on the mental health of Jewish campus community members.
3. Identify three effective responses and tools to address antisemitism within university settings.

Dr. Liya Levanda is a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker, and social justice advocate with a modern perspective on Jewish issues, particularly antisemitism, as they pertain to clinical psychology. With over a decade of experience advocating for Jewish issues, Dr. Levanda is committed to a future of psychology that combats all forms of discrimination and hatred, including antisemitism. She has dedicated much of her career in university counseling centers to addressing the mental health impact of antisemitism on college campuses and supporting Jewish students facing these challenges. Her insights are shaped by both her professional expertise and her lived experience as a Jewish Israeli-American.