Mezuzah Campaign
Bring a piece of home — and a reminder of your Jewish identity — to your dorm or apartment.
What is a Mezuzah?
A Mezuzah is a small parchment scroll inscribed with Hebrew verses from the Torah (Deuteronomy 6:4–9 and 11:13–21), handwritten by a trained scribe. It is affixed to the doorpost of a Jewish home as a sign of faith and identity.
The Mezuzah reminds us of G-d's presence and our commitment to Jewish values — wherever we live, even in a dorm room.
Get a Free Mezuzah
Chabad at UChicago provides free Mezuzot to students living on or near campus. We'll also help you affix it properly and explain the meaning behind this beautiful tradition.
Request a Mezuzah
How to Affix a Mezuzah
Choose the Right Spot
The Mezuzah goes on the right doorpost as you enter, in the upper third of the doorpost.
Recite the Blessing
Say the blessing: "Baruch Atah... l'kboa mezuzah" before affixing it.
Affix at an Angle
It should be tilted at a slight angle, with the top pointing inward toward the room.