FALL KICKOFF
The new year began in fine form with a warm and spirited Welcome Back BBQ, bringing together over 50 new and returning students, for an evening of connection and community. Followed by a record breaking crowd for Welcome Shabbat - the first of Chabad’s weekly shabbat dinners - which welcomed a crowd of over 80 students!
The Best Kosher BBQ in town!
Feature Story
300+ Students Join Chabad for Rosh Hashana Dinners
Over 200 students joined us the for the first night of Rosh Hashana - and another 100+ joined us again the second night! That’s a lot of Brisket!
Yom Kippur followed, with over 60 students participating in the pre-fast meal and Kol Nidrei service, and more than 50 returning for Neilah and the break-fast!
High-Holiday Report
Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur, Sukkot… oh my!
Rosh Hashana
Over 300 students attended for dinners, others joined for services, express shofar blowings, tashlich and more…
Yom Kippur
Pre-Fast Meal, a Kol-Nidrei so large it had to be held outdoors - a Jam-packed and inspiring Neilah service and record break-fast!
Sukkot
AEPi helps build the Chabad Sukkah! Chabad events include: Sushi-in-the-Sukkah, Collaborative Sukkah on Campus, and a record number of students shake Lulav/Etrog…
SEMESTER HIGHLIGHTS
ACTION-PACKED OCTOBER
CHALLAH BAKES
Students learned the art and spiritual symbolism of challah-making, transforming a simple - 2,000 year-old recipe into an experience of unity, mindfulness, and connection to Jewish tradition.
THEMED SHABBATS
With themes like Israeli Shabbat, Italian Shabbat, Taco Shabbat, Moroccan Shabbat and more, infused the traditional meal with a lively and engaging atmosphere.
SINAI SCHOLARS
Chabad continues to make Jewish learning both accessible and inspiring (and tasty!) through its engaging weekly Sinai Scholars dinner & discussion group - covering a broad range of topics, including: Jewish Identity, Love & Marriage in Jewish Tradition, Ancient Wisdom Applied to Modern Dilemmas and much more!
WEEKLY LUNCH & LEARNS
The weekly Ladies Lunch & Learn with Shlomit, takes place over a delicious kosher brunch - where students engage in lively discussions that blend ancient wisdom with contemporary relevance. The informal setting encourages open dialogue, allowing everyone to ask questions and share perspectives in a welcoming, judgment-free space.
LEEONI ISRAEL
Computer Science - Class of ‘26
Chabad is where I found family in college. It’s the place I go when I need warmth, laughter, or a reminder of what matters most. It’s made my Jewish life feel not just important, but alive.
ISRAEL-LIT!
An Update from Chabad’s Israel Fellow
This past month was one of the most emotional and historic moments in Israel, a month when two years of prayer finally turned into reality.
Photographer: Dana Kopel
MEET THE CHABAD STUDENT EXEC BOARD:
CO-PRESIDENTS
Houston, Texas | Operations & Supply Chain & Finance
As President, I want to ensure that everyone feels like they have a home away from home. A place where they feel welcomed, connected, and build long lasting friendships.
Fort Mill, SC | Finance and Risk Management
Being President of Chabad means I get the chance to leave my mark on an organization that has been so helpful to me. This year we've done a lot of firsts and I'm glad I've been able to lay the foundation for future.
Alumni Spotlight
Alumni Updates
It was great seeing some familiar faces and catching up with old friends over Alumni Weekend!
Mazal Tov to Ben Yekuel (Class of ‘16) and Alana Adi on their upcoming wedding
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