Rabbi Natan Levy Takes Up Role as Campus Rabbi for Syracuse Hillel and Jewish Chaplain at Hendricks Chapel
Rabbi Natan Levy Brings Scholarship and Leadership to Syracuse University
Rabbi Natan Levy, a renowned scholar and community leader, has joined Syracuse University as the campus rabbi for Syracuse Hillel and Jewish chaplain at Hendricks Chapel. Before his move to Syracuse, Levy served as head of operations for the Faiths Forum for London and senior lecturer at Leo Baeck College in the United Kingdom.
Born in California, Rabbi Levy earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in religious studies from Pomona College. He later pursued advanced degrees, including a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Jewish Studies from King's College and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in environmental theology from the University of Bristol.
Rabbi Levy's academic background equips him with a deep understanding of how religious teachings relate to environmental responsibility and ecological issues. His work distinctly combines environmental theology scholarship with active interfaith leadership. He has published works such as "Genesis 1-11, the Rise of Agriculture and the Earliest States" and co-authored "Sharing Eden: Green Teachings from Jews, Christians and Muslims."
In his scholarly contributions, Levy is recognized for exploring the theological foundations of environmental stewardship and promoting interreligious understanding with a focus on ecological sustainability. His extensive practical experience in fostering religious harmony includes serving as a trusted advisor to the late Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks and holding leadership roles in prominent organizations such as the Faiths Forum in London.
At Syracuse University, Rabbi Levy will continue to integrate his scholarly work and practical experience to foster campus diversity and interfaith dialogue. Jillian Juni, executive director of Syracuse Hillel, expressed excitement about Levy joining their team and strengthening their offerings.
Rabbi Levy has also been awarded several prestigious fellowships and scholarships, including the Gingko Interfaith Fellowship, KAICIID Interreligious Dialogue Fellowship, McCaul Scholarship, Hass/Koshland Memorial Award, and JNF Scholarship for Environmental Activities.
Levy looks forward to engaging with students, partaking in thoughtful conversations, and growing and learning from his colleagues at Syracuse University. He has expressed his desire to serve alongside chaplains of many faiths, build bridges, and create programs that broaden perspectives.
Rabbi Levy will also serve as Jewish chaplain at Hendricks Chapel. Hendricks Chapel's interfaith work has had a profound impact on Levy, and he is excited to contribute to its ongoing efforts. Levy has been appointed as campus rabbi by Syracuse Hillel and will undoubtedly play a vital role in both academic and community settings focused on diversity and interfaith dialogue.
Rabbi Natan Levy's academic background in education-and-self-development, including degrees in religious studies, Jewish Studies, and environmental theology, has aided him in his personal-growth as a scholar and interfaith leader, allowing him to contribute significantly to Syracuse University's focus on academic diversity and interfaith dialogue. As he works alongside colleagues and chaplains of various faiths at Syracuse University and Hendricks Chapel, he aims to continue his personal-growth through engaging with students, fostering religious harmony, and broadening perspectives on environmental stewardship.
