See OSRUI in Action This Summer!
Thinking of sending your child to OSRUI in 2017? Join us for a tour this summer to see OSRUI in Action! We offer tours 3 times during the summer on Sunday afternoons: Sunday, June 26 Sunday, July 10 Sunday, July 31 If you have a new 2016 camper who hasn't seen OSRUI...
OSRUI – An Awesome Camp
This article, written by camper Josh E. for his temple bulletin, features his Top 10 OSRUI facts. We couldn’t have said it better!
News from OSRUI – Kol No’ar Spring 2016
We are so excited to be re-launching our newsletter Kol No’ar, to connect with you, our OSRUI family. And we have much to share with you as we look forward to Summer 2016. For the first time, Gesher will take place all summer. With new chugim (electives), social justice and leadership programming, expanded sessions and a chance to plan Carnival, our 6th-9th graders will have the ultimate OSRUI experience.
First-time Camper Incentives
A Guide for Parents of First-Time Campers
Over the next several weeks we will be preparing to welcome campers to OSRUI. At the same time, we want to help our parents (especially our parents of first-time campers) prepare as well, to help assure a successful camp experience for all.
OSRUI Reunion 2016 Video
Just a quick and awesome glimpse at the amazing time we had at OSRUI Reunion 2016 just a couple weeks ago!!! Don't forget to register for OSRUI 2016 at https://www.osrui-old-production333.urjyouth.com! (Thanks to Vanessa Ehrlich and Rabbi Phyllis...
The Power of Choice: Why do I (and 41 other women) Choose to Connect to Judaism?
Forty-two women of Emanuel Congregation in Chicago made a choice in January to explore the power of choice and celebrate Jewish community at Emanuel’s 26th annual Women’s Retreat at OSRUI.
Meet Our Summer 2016 Staff!
We have an amazing staff this summer!
Albert Marks To Join the OSRUI Staff as Senior Assistant Director
Albert Marks will be joining the OSRUI full-time staff as Senior Assistant Director, OSRUI and Youth Engagement, starting January 16th.
Welcome to the New OSRUI Website
We hope you enjoy the new version of OSRUI.org! Take some time to look around. We hope it’s easy to navigate and find what you need.
First-Time Camper Dilemma: Cabins or Tents?
Many parents of first-time campers ask about the difference between Kallah and Tzofim. OSRUI Asst. Director Denise Heimlich describes what campers (and parents) can expect in each unit.
Emerging Reform Summer Camp Affirms the Jewish Future in France
Rabbi Tom Cohen, along with his wife, Rabbi Pauline Bebe, drew on their experience at OSRUI to establish a Jewish summer camp in France.
Savoring the Separation of Shabbat
Alyssa writes about a rejuvenating Shabbat at OSRUI when she was a Chalutzim camper.
Say “Geronimo!” at Etgar
The Tower, Zipline, Leap of Faith, Flying Squirrel, Swing by Choice … what’s your favorite part of OSRUI’s Etgar (challenge) program?
Shabbat Shalom from OSRUI
Shabbat Shalom! It was an amazing last week at camp, and we are so excited to celebrate Shabbat together one final time.