<p>My D is currently a HS junior in the SF Bay Area and would like to attend an east coast school. She is considering Brandeis, but has expressed concern that it is “too Jewish.” We happen to be Jewish in terms of cultural heritage, but in terms of religious practice and philosophy we are freethinkers. My research indicates that the Brandeis student population is about 50% Jewish. I’m sure that includes the spectrum from reformed to orthodox, but if everyone there keeps Kosher and attends Friday evening services instead of going out for Chinese food and a movie, I fear she is going to feel out of place.</p>