Leah Preston, at The Blogs

Leah Preston

Jun 23, 2026, 2:21 PM

University administrators often cite high academic achievement and active Jewish societies as evidence that Jewish students are thriving. On the surface, this may look positive. But in reality, this praise often hides something much more uncomfortable: Jewish students have...

Mar 30, 2026, 7:05 PM

The ‘Thriving’ Paradox

Antisemitism on UK campuses is reaching record highs, and a curious paradox has emerged. The Union of Jewish Students describe Jewish students as “thriving”. On paper, the evidence appears to support this: high academic attainment, strong continuation rates, and...

Jan 13, 2026, 6:39 PM

How Fear Shapes Advocacy on Campus

On my campus at the University of Birmingham, like many others across the UK, Jewish students are caught in an impossible position. Speaking up about Israel can invite hostility, while staying silent brings its own pain. The fear does...

About Me

Leah is a Psychology student who has always been deeply involved in Israel advocacy and promoting Jewish inclusion on campus. Through her work with CAA, SWU, BoD, and UJS, she has supported Jewish student life and contributed to conversations around representation, safety, and belonging in higher education. She is a CAMERA on Campus Fellow for 2025–2026, combining advocacy with creative storytelling to highlight authentic student experiences.