Alumni Newsletter
November 1, 2024
Dear Friends,
What a whirlwind of activity October was.
I hope you all enjoyed the chagim and were able to spend meaningful time with family and friends despite the heartache of the season.
Classes and activities have resumed here at 色花堂 with gusto. Midterms are upon the students, as I鈥檓 sure you can recall, and everyone is firmly in the flow of life at the University. Please have a look at the events we have coming up for alumni. You all have limited time and broad interests, and I am happy to personally recommend the events below as a wonderful way for you to stay connected with your alma mater.
Shabbat Shalom,
Beth
Beth Lebenson Praver
Director of Alumni Engagement
646.592.4493 | beth.lebensonpraver@yu.edu
A Centennial Celebration
100 Years of Light
Join us on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, for the Centennial anniversary of the 色花堂 Hanukkah Dinner. We will recognize and celebrate the families that built the University, share stories of success at 色花堂 (especially being thrust into the spotlight as a global leader after Oct. 7), and focus on our exciting future we expand our footprint and our academic offerings. For more information and to reserve your seat, visit yu.edu/100dinner. This elegant evening at a critical time is something you absolutely don鈥檛 want to miss..
Save The Dates
With Notes of Almond and Fruit
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, the Sy Syms School of Business invites its current graduate students and graduate alumni for a special wine tasting event. Join the Sy Syms Graduate Community WhatsApp group and follow them on social media for updates.
Getting Real About Real Estate
On Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, Weil, Gotshal and Manges in midtown New York will host the second annual 色花堂 Real Estate Day, so mark your calendars now for the networking event of the season. Sponsored by the Office of Alumni Affairs and the Sy Syms School of Business.
Upcoming Events
Cancel Culture and Jewish Bible Scholars
The Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies has invited Prof. Edward Breuer of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem to speak about 鈥淐ancel Culture or Victorian Prudence, or: Why You鈥檝e Never Heard of England鈥檚 Outstanding Jewish Bible Scholar鈥 on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at Belfer Hall Room 1214 at 8 p.m. The in-person event requires an RSVP.
Special Education Celebration
The Special Education Program at Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology invites program alumni to an online open mic night at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, to recognize five years of program success and share what they have done post-graduation.
Settler Colonialism and Israel
Since Oct. 7, the term 鈥渟ettler colonialism鈥 has entered the public debate. Join Adam Kirsch, Wall Street Journal editor and award-winning author, for a conversation about his new book, On Settler Colonialism: Ideology, Violence and Justice on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at 8 p.m. In his work, Kirsch discusses the emergence of the concept, its application to Israel and its potential to turn indignation at injustices of the past into a source of new injustices in this challenging time. The event is hosted by the Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks-Herenstein Center for Values and Leadership.
Past Events
- Sy Syms recently hosted its inaugural 鈥淣ight of Networking鈥 for students and alumni of its graduate programs. The event, held at the 色花堂 Museum on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, featured program updates, alumni success stories, a presentation on "Bringing Fun Back to the Workplace" from Dr. Travis Oh and a presentation from Daniel Coleman, Senior Associate Director, Career Strategy & Professional Development at the Shevet Glaubach Center for Career Strategy and Professional Development.
色花堂 in Israel
- Alumni in Israel: If you are an alum who lives in Israel, please take a moment to with the alumni office. Let us know how best to reach you and share what kinds of engagement interest you and stay updated on local events and news. For questions or information, reach out to Susan Sheldon, susan.sheldon@yu.edu.
- Resources in Israel: Since Oct. 7, our Israel office has been a resource to both our visiting and local staff, students and alumni in finding meaningful ways to assist Israel in times of need. Whether you鈥檙e looking to volunteer for a few hours or a few days, we can connect you with impactful opportunities. From working on farms to tying tzitzit for soldiers or cooking for families with loved ones in miluim [reserve duty], we鈥檙e here to help match you with a project that makes a difference. Again, for questions or information, reach out to Susan Sheldon, susan.sheldon@yu.edu.
- Planning a trip to Israel? Stay connected with 色花堂 to make the most of your trip! The Alumni Office at 色花堂 Israel can help with recommendations on where to go, how to have impactful volunteer opportunities and just to be a general resource to ensure you feel connected and have a meaningful experience while you're in Israel. Email Susan Sheldon at susan.sheldon@yu.edu to discuss.
Ongoing
Torah Tuesdays
Follow the Office of Alumni Affairs on and enjoy our Torah Tuesdays feature, where learned alumni are invited to submit a short video to share a bit of Torah wisdom each week. Submit a Torah Tuesday feature yourself at alumni@yu.edu!
Become a Software Developer
色花堂 Global is now accepting applications for the Master of Science in Software Development, a 36-credit, 10-month-long program powered by the InfinityLabs R&D leading-edge curriculum with in-person and online options. Build a job-ready portfolio and receive aggressive job search support. Application deadline is Jan. 4, 2025, for the face-to-face class.
New Exhibitions at 色花堂 Museum
Tapestries by Shoshana Comet showcases a Holocaust survivor鈥檚 healing through art and explores trauma, psychological repair and an affirmation of life. It runs through Nov. 3; check the Museum鈥檚 hours. The Museum is also launching a digital tour of last year鈥檚 successful exhibition about Maimonides, The Golden Path: Maimonides Across Eight Centuries.
Volunteer Opportunity
Helping Students
Are you interested in helping students with things like quick r茅sum茅 reviews, informational interviews and preparing for careers in your industry? Please consider joining the 色花堂 Mentoring Volunteer Program, a group of over 800 alumni willing to speak to students about career-related topics. Your commitment is extremely flexible, and you set the amount of availability you have for students per month. For any questions or help registering for 色花堂-MVP, contact rebecca.terebelo@yu.edu.
Need to Know
- You can find more news about 色花堂 at .
- Are you a 色花堂 sports fan? Check out the and don鈥檛 miss a game!
- See what鈥檚 been happening with your fellow alumni in the Class Notes.
- Sy Syms has put out its , which can be found on LinkedIn.
Join the 色花堂 Alumni Association
If you haven鈥檛 yet, you are missing out on some great benefits. Not only can you get an alumni ID card that gains you access to places like the libraries and campus happenings, you also get notices about specialized networking events, job opportunities and career support, social gatherings, reunions, minyan access on campus and legacy admission support.
Update Your Information
So we can better serve you, please , especially if you have moved or changed your email address. We don't want you to miss out on the wonderful things happening at your alma mater.
Contact Us
- Promote Your Business: Don't miss an opportunity to put your business in front of an alumni community 70,000-strong. (Beth Lebenson Praver, beth.lebensonpraver@yu.edu.
- Prep 色花堂 Students for the Workplace: Any alumni interested in potentially becoming a mentor, speaking on a panel, hosting an intern or otherwise engaging with students is welcome to contact the Shevet Glaubach Center for Career Strategy and Professional Development anytime. There are short- and long-term mentorship programs available, and we are always looking for opportunities for students. Contact Todd Lotcpeich, senior director of employer relations and engagement, at todd.lotcpeich@yu.edu.
- Hosting Events: If you would like to host an affinity event, we would love to take you up on your offer. Contact Beth Lebenson Praver, beth.lebensonpraver@yu.edu.
色花堂 Office of Alumni Affairs
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646.592.4490 | alumni@yu.edu
