Rabbi Alex Goldberg appointed senior chaplain at University of Surrey
A barrister and human rights activist, he is also the first non-Anglican to take on the role at the university
Rabbi Alex Goldberg has been appointed senior chaplain at the University of Surrey to lead a community of 18,000 students and staff for several months.
A barrister and human rights activist, he is also the first non-Anglican to take on the role at the university.
As part of his role, Rabbi Goldberg will help the University of Surrey open an intercultural and interfaith community hub, called The Roundhouse Centre for Faith and Reflection.
He said: “I’m delighted to be taking up this role for a few months. It is a great privilege and honour to be serving in a community that I know and love.
“Great things happen here and it’s a fantastic time to be taking up this challenge, a wonderful opportunity.
“I am grateful for the warm words of encouragement and support that I have had from the university, other chaplains and the local faith communities, including Guildford Cathedral, different Surrey Jewish communities and the Surrey Muslim Association alongside the local Sikh, Hindu, Buddhist and Bahai communities.”
Keep community journalism free.
Jewish News is free for everyone. No paywall. No barriers. Just trusted journalism for anyone who wants to stay connected to Jewish life in Britain.
If you value that, please support us.
From as little as £5 a month, you can help keep our journalism free and accessible to all.
Every day, we report on the issues that matter to our community. We celebrate achievements, support charities, challenge antisemitism and ensure Jewish voices are heard more widely.
From as little as £5 a month, you can help us continue to:
- Report on the stories shaping Jewish life in the UK and beyond
- Bring our community together through shared stories, events and campaigns
- Celebrate the people, culture and moments that define our community
- Support organisations doing vital work across Jewish Britain
You can make a one-off donation or become a regular supporter. Every contribution helps keep our journalism free, independent and accessible to all.
If everyone who values Jewish News gave a small amount, it would make a real difference to our future.
