Spring 2026 Semester Catalog

SEMESTER CATALOG

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SPRING

2026

@ChabadBU

@JewishBU

THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE AT BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY

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DIRECTORS Rabbi Aaron and Rivkah Slonim

aslonim@JewishBU.com rslonim@JewishBU.com

EDUCATION AND RITUAL Rabbi Zalman and Rochel Chein

zchein@JewishBU.com rchein@JewishBU.com

DOWNTOWN AND DEVELOPMENT Rabbi Levi and Hadasa Slonim

lslonim@JewishBU.com hslonim@JewishBU.com

PROGRAMMING AND ENGAGEMENT Rabbi Yisroel and Golda Ohana

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yohana@JewishBU.com gohana@JewishBU.com

Welcome

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elcome to Spring '26 at BU. Welcome (back) to the Chabad BU family. These days, more than ever, our community is a source of

strength and direction. If you are new, we urge you to get involved! If you are a returning student, we urge you to get (more) involved! This is our time to stand together “like one person with one heart.”

Along with the snow, expect a perfect storm of fabulous events, huge celebrations, thought-provoking speakers, meaningful social service opportunities, an eclectic and extensive group of class offerings, and great fun.

Remember, Chabad is about you! As you peruse this guide, we trust you will find programs that jump out at you and get you excited to join with your friends! If there is anything you want to add to the mix, please step forward, and we’ll help you make it happen! We’re looking forward to enjoying a stellar semester with you all!

If you are not already in our user-friendly texting system, get in on it now! Text “Shalom” to 607-7970015 so we can keep you in the loop.

The staff at Chabad is here to help you with any need you may have, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE AT BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY

@JewishBU @ChabadBU

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THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER F O R J E W I S H S T U D E N T L I F E AT B U

420 MURRAY HILL RD., VESTAL, NY 13850 I 607.797.0015 I WWW.JEWISHBU.COM

Executive Board PRESIDENT - Penina Kahane

VICE PRESIDENT - Sharon Mor MAJOR PROGRAMS COORDINATOR - Rafi Rockman PHILANTHROPY CHAIR - Hannah Goykadosh SOCIAL CHAIR - Lea Diamond EDUCATION CHAIR - Rebecca Shapiro PR CHAIR - Abigail Diamond GREEK LIAISON - Raquel Zwebner SECRETARY - Leah Lipshitz TREASURER - Daniel Weiss

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General Board Ethan Bernstein

Maya Jurkevich

Tahara Reinherz

Sasha Chalyavski

Noa Kadouri

Alana Rubensohn

Leah Cherson

Olivia Lahm

Madeline Shalom

Adina Coates

Arielle Levy

Avigayil Simon

Maya Epstein

Esther Malul

Aviva Soclof

Atara Fishman

Orah Meisels

Daniel Stempel

Anna Frolenko

DJ Mevorah

Myla Tannenbaum

Ellie Glickman

Rebecca Montag

Romy Timem

Ahuva Hirschfield

Daniella Mor

Noam Traeger

Lila Hoff

Ayelet Nemetski

Abigail Tyler

Ariela Hope

Sarah Ostrow

Bianca Yakubov

Ben Huppert

Kayla Ozcakir

Rafi Josselson

Talia Pollack

Committees GIRLS NIGHT OUT Eliana Epstein

Ariela Hope

Gilli Richman

Noa Ganz

Noa Kadouri

Rebecca Tarnarider

Abby Goldstein

DJ Mevorah

Rose Weitzman

GABAIM

SHABBOS

Ethan Bernstein

KITCHEN CREW

Jack Orlavich

Elisheva Isler

Yonah Rosenstock

Ruthie Isler Emily Keiser

SHAMASH

Isaac Lankry

Elan Goldman

Michal Levine Orah Meisels

ERUV EXECUTIVES

Jared Moskowitz

Arielle Levy

Ayelet Nemetski

Avi Schwartz

Yonah Rosenstock Alana Rubensohn

KIDDUSH MEISTERS

Avigayil Simon

Gavi Brotsky

Aleeza Singer

Elan Goldman Eli Knapp

SEUDAH SHLISHIT

Isaac Lankry

Addi Coates

Yoni Menasha

Esther Malul Aliya Moss

MAASIM TOVIM

Daniel Weiss

Dafna Horowitz Laila Klugmann Hannah Mermelstein

CHICKEN SOUP EXPRESS

Ruthie Rapps

Jonny Kornblum

Lexi Spiegelman

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C O N T E N T SPRING

3 Welcome

4-5 Leadership

7-10 11-12 Every day Shabbat at at Chabad Chabad 16-20 Holidays at 21-23 Chabad Calendar 24-30 Inspired at Chabad 6

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@ChabadBU

@JewishBU

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Wellness

HEALTH &

PASTORAL CARE The Chabad staff have been professionally trained in active listening and suicide prevention, and are on-call 24/7.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Chabad Shluchim for support. Contact info on page 2.

REFERRALS

Chabad can help you find a reputable mental health professional (therapist as well as a psychiatrist) as needed.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Chabad Shluchim for support. Contact info on page 2.

FITNESS CENTER

Our Chabad Center features a fully equipped gym!

You can easily prioritize your health and wellness right here at Chabad. Come exercise at your convenience.

CHICKEN SOUP EXPRESS Sick in bed? Feeling down?

Need a cozy pick-me-up?

Contact Chabad for some love, chicken soup, and TLC to warm your soul. Best homemade remedy out there. delivered right to your door!

JewishBU.com/Soup

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Chabad EVERY DAY AT

DAILY SERVICES Begin your day with Davening (prayer) from the heart in a warm and comfortable environment.

Shachris:

7:30am

Monday-Friday

9:00am

on Sundays

• Enjoy a quick breakfast after services.

• Start your day with a quick Torah boost, 10 minute Torah discussion Need to catch a class immediately after minyan?

We are happy to offer you a ride to campus following davening to ensure you make it on time!

Daily Minchah / Maariv services 15 minutes before sunset

THE SHALOM AND NAOMI STAIMAN

BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY ERUV The Shalom and Naomi Staiman Eruv encircles the Binghamton University campus, offcampus housing, the Marriott Residence Hotel and adjacent areas in Vestal.

An Eruv needs to be inspected weekly to make sure it is fully operational. Sections of an Eruv can be impacted by the elements and may need to be reconstructed.

For the weekly status of the Eruv visit: Instagram.com/ChabadBU To join the Eruv Checking Committee visit: JewishBU.com/EruvCommittee

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MEZUZAH BANK AND TEFILLIN SCHOLARSHIPS Guys, Gals, need a Mezuzah for your dorm or apartment?

Guys, need a pair of Tefillin?

We can hook you up!

Contact Rabbi Ohana at yohana@JewishBU.com To get your own Mezuzah visit: www.JewishBU.com/MezuzahBank.

KASHERING YOUR KITCHEN/TEVILAT KEILIM Moved into a new apartment/house and need assistance Kashering your kitchen (making it Kosher)?

Visit JewishBU.com/Kashering and JewishBU.com/KelimMikvah for more info.

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Chabad EVERY DAY AT

STUDY HALL LOOKING FOR A QUIET AND COMFORTABLE SPACE TO WORK? The Chabad Center has it all: comfortable couches, desks, WIFI equipped, and coffee and cookies in endless supply.

CHABAD CAFÉ

THE METROPOLIS DELI

Serving a large variety of Pizza, Fries.

-We accept Venmo -Look out for our weekly specials!

Check out the “Metropolis Deli; Offering the World’s Finest Sandwiches.”

Open every Tuesday evening, 6:00-7:00pm at Chabad.

The quality of a metropolitan styled deli in the deep suburbs of Binghamton.

Mondays 6-7 pm Thursdays 5:30-7:15 pm Saturday Nights: Check for exact times For special orders call before 4pm: (607)-797-0015 ext. 205.

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JOIN HUNDREDS OF STUDENTS WEEKLY FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!

SHABBAT AT C H A B A D

Friday E V E R Y

N I G H T !

SERVICES 6:00 PM* Student led spirited Kabbalat Shabbat services featuring Divrei Torah.

SHABBAT LUNCH 12:00PM SHABBAT DAY SERVICES BEGIN 9:30AM

DINNER 7:00 PM Enjoy a free full-course, homecooked dinner complete with songs, a sumptuous dessert buffet and friendship.

SEUDAH SHLISHIT 60 minutes before the end of Shabbat.

Say goodbye to Shabbat with friends, food, and songs.

RSVP is a must! Text "Shabbat" to 607-979-0015 for weekly info! *Starting March 13th services will be at 6:30PM and dinner at 7:30 PM

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Shabbatons

AT C H A B A D

MIRACLE SHABBAT

WITH STACEY AND STU MAYER - A FAMILY IS BORN

FEBRUARY 27 Stacey '00 and Stu "00 Mayer had anything but a straight and easy path towards parenting. Listen to the moving story of faith and resilience that led to their family's miraculous birth.

Plus special after-dinner Oneg led by Stu (founding member of Kaskeset and renowned baal tefillah).

JEWISH AND STRONG SHABBAT

WITH PROFESSOR LAWRENCE H. SCHIFFMAN

APRIL 17 Friday night: Facing the Challenge: Jewish Faith and Commitment to Israel on Today's Campus Shabbos lunch: Is There an Orthodox View of Jewish History?

LAWRENCE H. SCHIFFMAN, world renowned author and lecturer, is Global Distinguished Professor of Hebrew and Judaic Studies at New York University. He is a specialist in the Dead Sea Scrolls, Judaism in late antiquity, the history of Jewish law, and Talmudic literature.

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SPRING 2026 - 60 HENRY SREET

Chabad Downtown JOIN US FOR AN ARRAY OF ONGOING PRO GRAMS FOR YOU, IN THE COMFORT OF D OWNTOWN.

SHABBAT DINNERS

SHABBAT DAY

SINAI SCHOLARS

TORAH N’ TSO

HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

Join us for home cooked, warm Shabbat dinners!

Warm Shacharit Minyan Services followed by KiddushLunchFarbrengen

Discover your Jewish self. No prior knowledge necessary.

Learn. Discuss.

Explore.

Dinner and Study. Hang out with friends. Feed your stomach.

Stir your soul.

Warm, Vibrant and Meaningful Holiday Celebrations

Kabbalat Shabbat 7:00pm Dinner 7:30pm 1/23, 2/13, 2/27, 3/13, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1

Shacharit Minyan 10:30am Kiddush & Lunch 12:45pm

Mondays Weekly, 7-7:45pm

Earn up to $450

Beginning Feb. 2nd Dates TBD

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Sign up at: mysinai scholars.com 8 Mondays 8pm

Purim | Passover meals Beginning Monday, January 26

RSVP necessary for all events, meals and classes.

For event notifications and RSVP, text DOWNTOWN to 607-797-0015

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WELCOME

BACK

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Sushi Soup & Salad Soiree START YOUR SEMESTER ON THE RIGHT FOOT, SEE FRIENDS, AND

Tuesday, January 20

6:00 PM at the Rohr Chabad Center, 420 Murray Hill Rd.

FIND OUT THE HAPPENINGS AROUND CHABAD

Text Sushi to 607-797-0015 to RSVP

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MONDAY MARCH 2ND

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8:00PM

OUTRAGEOUS COSTUME CONTEST FABULOUS FOOD. THRILLING RIDES AND ATTRACTIONS. EAT HAMENTASHEN UNTIL YOU BUST!

Maariv

6:10 pm | Megillah Reading 6:25 pm

Grand Draw!

Enter for your chance to win epic prizes! Every ticket purchased helps Sharsheret support those facing breast cancer.

For more information visit WWW.JEWISHBU.COM/PURIMCARNIVAL

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Royal Purim Seudah Feast

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TUESDAY, MARCH 3 Brisket • Meat Pizza • Sausages • Fabulous sides • Ice Cream Bar Mocktails and Open Bar for 21+ with ID Music, Dancing, and off the charts Purim Ruach 6 PM

All brought to you at a heavily subsidized price $10 pre-reserved, $15 after 2/26

ALL CAPPED OFF BY AN EPIC PURIM FARBRENGEN!

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Purim at C H AB A D

PRE-PURIM CHABURAH Wednesday February 25 DINNER AT 6:30 PM CHABURAH AT 7:00 PM Join a student-led Chaburah exploring Purim themes.

HAMENTASHEN BAKE Monday, February 23 Come bake delicious holiday cookies and get in the Purim spirit! $4.

MEGILLAH READINGS

WOMEN’S PRE-PURIM BEIT MIDRASH Brought to you by Chabad and JLIC Learn about Purim with a whole new understanding, appreciation, and depth.

Enjoy a delicious breakfast.

Sunday March 1st, 10:00am CHabad Social Hall

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Fulfill the Mitzvah of the day, and hear the Megilla being read.

PURIM EVENING MARCH 2 6:25 pm on campus location TBA Additional readings 7:30pm, 8:30pm on campus location Late reading 10pm at chabad MARCH 3 7:50am at chabad Every hour on the hour 11am-4pm c4 lounge 5pm at chabad

Pesach with C HABA D

PRE-PESACH WORKSHOP March 11 at 6:30 PM Come find out all you need to know about Passover observance on campus and in your apartment.

Dinner at 6:30, workshop at 7:00.

Text Pesach to RSVP

PRE-PESACH

CHOCOLATE SEDER WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 6:30 PM A Chocolate Lover’s Guide to Passover.

Come to your Seder prepared.

Share your favorite Passover insights and learn some new ones while enjoying a chocolate fix.

To RSVP text CHOCOLATE

Did you remember to sell your Chametz? If you have not done so yet, you can take care of this easily at : www.JewishBU.com/SellChametz

BEFORE YOU GO HOME FOR PASSOVER: Will you and your family have handmade Shmura Matza for the Seders?

If not, Chabad will be distributing this very special type of Matzas to be eaten at the Seders. Ask any of the Shluchim/Shluchos, or pick it up at Chabad or the Mitzah Hub on campus during the week preceding break.

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Pesach with CH AB A D

Seders In Binghamton?

If you are in Binghamton for the first days of Passover, Chabad has a seat for you at our Seder Table.

Please reserve by writing: aslonim@Jewishbu.com

SEUDAT MOSHIACH THURSDAY APRIL 9, 7:00 PM End your Pesach on a high note sharing soulful singing and mind-expanding ideas.

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LAST DAYS OF PESACH Join us for warm services and scrumptious meals on the last days of Passover TUESDAY EVENING APRIL 7 – 7:15PM WEDNESDAY APRIL 8 – 9:30AM AND 8:30PM THURSDAY APRIL 9 – 9:30AM

POST PESACH CHAMETZ PARTY THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 10:30 PM Eat your first Chametz with us!!

Enjoy your favorite foods like bagels, panini orders, and more!

Text “CHAMETZ” to RSVP

Semester Calendar!

CAFE Mondays 6 pm - 7 Thursdays 5:30 Saturday nights

January

pm, 7:15

DELI Tuesdays 6 pm - 7

pm,

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Sun

Mon

Tu

Wed

Thu

Fri

Shabbat

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Welcome Back Sushi

Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha

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Welcome Back Challah Bake Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

Basketball Game Pizza & Parsha Cholent and chill

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February

Shabbat DT

4:49 PM

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Shabbat Ends: 5:53 PM

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4:58 PM

Shabbat Ends: 6:01 PM

Sun

Mon

Tu

Wed

Thu

Fri

Shabbat

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Dine n Divine Sinai Scholars Downtown Begins

Mitzvah Hub Senior Event

Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha

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JewishU Begins

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Competition Shabbat 5:07 PM

Shabbat Ends: 6:10 PM

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Supper & Study Sinai Scholars Pizza & On-Campus Parsha Begins

Shabbat DT

Womens lunch

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Super Bowl Theme Dine n Divine Cholent Day

Mitzvah Hub

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Dine n Divine

GNO Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha Cholent and chill

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Ski Trip

Hamantashen Bake Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha

5:16 PM

Shabbat Ends: 6:18 PM

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5:25 PM

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Shabbat Ends: 6:26 PM

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Shabbaton Shabbat DT 5:34 PM

Shabbat Ends: 6:35 PM

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Semester Calendar!

CAFE Mondays 6 pm - 7 Thursdays 5:30 Saturday nights

March

pm, 7:15

pm,

DELI Tuesdays 6 pm - 7

Sun

Mon

Tu

Wed

Thu

Fri

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Ta’anit Esther Women’s Beit Megillah Midrash Purim Carnival

Mitzvah Hub – Purim Purim Seudah

Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha

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Ladies talent night

Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub BNO

Supper & Study

GNO Pizza & Parsha

Shabbat DT

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Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study Pizza & Parsha Shabbat Chocolate Seder Cholent and chill 2400 6:58 PM

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Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

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Shabbat 7

5:42 PM

Shabbat Ends: 6:43 PM

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5:50 PM

Shabbat Ends: 7:51 PM

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Shabbat Ends: 7:59 PM

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7:06 PM

Spring Break Begins

Shabbat Ends: 8:07 PM

April Sun

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Mon

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Eve of Seventh day Passover, Light Holiday Candles at: 7:18 PM

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Fri

Shabbat

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Seder 1

Seder 2

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Eve of Eighth day Passover, Light Holiday Candles after: 8:20 PM

7:22 PM

Holiday Ends: 8:22 PM

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GNO Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

Fashion for a Cure Cholent and chill

Shabbat DT

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Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

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MasterChef Pizza

Dine n Divine

Bake, Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

Pizza & Parsha

Mon

Tu

Wed

Thu

7:30 PM

End of Year Gala

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5

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Lag B’Omer Bonfire Dine n Divine

Mitzvah Hub

Supper & Study

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Shabbat DT

7:37 PM

Midnight Madness

Wine & Cheese

Shabbat Ends: 8:41 PM

Fri

Shabbat

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Shabbat Ends: 8:50 PM

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Pizza & Parsha Finals TLC Begins

Goodbye Shabbat 7:53 PM

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Shabbat Ends: 8:33 PM

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7:45 PM

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Shabbat Ends: 8:24 PM

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Shabbat DT

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Shabbat Ends: 8:16 PM

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Pizza & Supper & Study Parsha

Sun

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Mashiach Farbrengen Post-Pesach Party

Sophomore & Junior Event

May

7:14 PM

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Shabbat Ends: 8:59 PM

16 Graduation Shabbat 8:00 PM

Shabbat Ends: 9:08 PM

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Inspired at

CHA BA D WEEKLY CLASSES

The Spring '26 Torah classes and programs are supported by Alberto and Maggy Safra in memory of Joseph Safra, Yosef Ben Esther, a”h.

Ohana

Savoring the Flavor of Judaism Mondays, 6:30 PM

PIZZA AND PARSHA THURSDAYS, 6:00 PM

TORAH ‘N TSO MONDAYS, 7:00 PM

THE REBBE'S SICHOS Let the Rebbe change your world week after week.

For Men

Taste the deliciousness of Shabbos every Friday afternoon

HILCHOT NIDDAH FOR THE MAN IN YOU

ADVANCED TALMUD

INTRODUCTORY TALMUD

HEBREW READING CRASH COURSE

JAVE, CHEESECAKE, AND PARSHA Shabbat mornings, 8:45 AM

Dates and times of classes to be determined by interested participants.

To join any of these classes or for more info visit: www.JewishBU.com/Torah

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TORAH TAKEOUT Want to add Torah to your week?

The Chabad staff is ready to study with you!

Choose a topic that interests you, and a time and location that fit your schedule, and we will arrange to study what, when, with whom, and where you want! To get started, visit www.JewishBU.com/Takeout

We know you want to learn more about yourself, your history, and heritage.

That’s what JewishU is all about.

SUPPER AND STUDY/ BEIT MIDRASH EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING DELICIOUS DINNER 6:30PM STUDY SESSION 7:00-8:00PM Study any aspect of Judaism, with a friend, at your own pace. Come with a friend, or we can help you find the right study partner. Or join a student-led chaburah/discussion Group.

Text Supper and Study to 607-797-0015 to RSVP

Begins February 8

EXPLORE JUDAISM. EASILY. DEEPLY. REWARDINGLY Choose from our focused mini-courses on topics that interest YOU. Dig beneath the surface of our rituals and traditions and earn JewishU credits while you do.

Credits are redeemable for exciting trips, Jewish experiences, donations to charity, and cash.

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EXPLORE JUDAISM. EASILY. DEEPLY. REWARDINGLY

Soul Trek

Hilchot Niddah

Mrs. Rivkah Slonim For people interested in matters of identity, purpose, and existence. What do Jews believe about Heaven, Hell, Reincarnation, Transmigration, and Resurrection? Explore what Judaism teaches about where souls come from, what they are doing in this world, and where they go from here.

Mrs. Rivkah Slonim

The Torah Portion Series - Sichos of the Rebbe

From Worrier to Warrior

Rabbi Zalman Chein These classes employ Chassidic analysis and wisdom to uncover the inside story of the weekly Torah Portion, revealing the contemporary lessons learned from these fascinating biblical events and personalities.

Junior and Senior Women Only

A class on the laws of Jewish marital intimacy for the serious female collegiate. Take this class and think about love, sex, and marriage in a whole new way! * This course includes 8 classes, 90 minutes each.

Mrs. Rochel Chein We yearn to feel happy, self-assured, and enthusiastic, yet we’re consumed by feelings of doubt, regret, insecurity, and suffering. Do our positive emotions have a fighting chance at being in control? This course explores negative emotions in a completely new light, offering spiritual mechanisms that allow us to remain upbeat no matter what life brings.

Portraits in Leadership: Timeless Tales for Inspiring Living

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Mrs. Rivkah Slonim Discover inner courage, determination, and resilience in the life stories of legendary Talmudic figures. Witness the strength of human character in tales that are sure to resonate within your soul and inspire you to unleash the power within.

Lecha Dodi Likrat Kallah - Relationships Unearthed (Chassidus Unlocked series) Rabbi Zalman Chein An in-depth text-based study of a classic Chassidic Maamor, a discourse that speaks to the heart and soul of marriage and the tools needed to create and maintain a healthy and happy relationship.

Crime and Consequence Mrs. Rochel Chein Explore Jewish wisdom concerning criminal convictions, sentencing, crime prevention, and rehabilitation.

Challenge your thinking, pondering the application of Talmudic principles to real and complex, modern-day cases.

A Day Full of Blessings - Practical Halacha

Life in the Balance: Jewish Perspectives on Everyday Medical Dilemmas

Rabbi Zalman Chein Our sages tell us to aim to recite 100 blessings a day. Take a deeper look at the details of these brachot. Find out if Mezonot bread is really a thing, what the bracha is on thunder, and the meaning in the many brachot of Birkot Hashachar.

Mrs. Rivkah Slonim Find out what Jewish law has to say about cutting edge issues such as genetic testing, euthanasia, and adjacent end of life issues, abortion and pregnancy reduction, organ donation, uterine transplants, and more.

Hilchot Kisui Rosh and Pru U'rvu Mrs. Rivkah Slonim

Junior and Senior Women Only

Explore the mitzvot of hair covering for a married woman and bringing children into this world through a survey of primary sources and contemporary Rabbinic responsa.

JewishU has been sponsored in memory of Chaim Gedalia ben Menachem Munish Yoel A”H, by his family.

May the learning be a Zechut for his Neshama.

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The Sinai Scholars Society offers a fresh and exciting context for Jewish life and learning, with thought-provoking classes, social activities, and national networking opportunities, offered to Jewish students with limited formal Judaic schooling. Sinai Scholars invites students to engage in an open community of study and selfdiscovery. The program includes eight classes, an exciting trip and Shabbaton, and a $450 stipend upon completion.

MONDAY EVENINGS, 8:00 PM Beginning Feb. 2 Chabad Downtown, 60 Henry Street OR

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, 8:00 PM Beginning Feb. 11 Chabad Center, 420 Murray Hill Road For more information or to join, visit:

MySinaiScholars.com

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Project Likkutei Sichos is a global initiative to study and complete the Rebbe's seminal work in 8 years. Likkutei Sichos opens your eyes to the deeper level of Torah that lies beneath the surface of the Chumash, Mishnayos, Gemara, and Halacha that you have been learning. The dazzling array of sources, the mind-expanding ideas, and the practical takeaways make this a unique opportunity.

Join Project Likkutei Sichos!

Day and time will be determined by interested participants.

If you want to join this class, contact Rivky at: Rslonim@Jewishbu.com

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Every Tuesday on the Spine, Step on board our stunning, state-of-the-art Chabad on Wheels!

This modern home away from home features a beautifully designed mobile sanctuary where you can wrap tefillin, grab Shabbat candles, and soak up some Jewish wisdom. Recharge with warm soup and tasty cookies while experiencing a warm, joyful shot of Jewish pride right in the heart of campus.

Step on board our Chabad on Wheels Your go-to for all things Jewish!

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Inspired at CH AB A D

TRIP TO THE REBBE’S OHEL Join a group of students on a Sunday this semester for a special visit to the Ohel, the resting place of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory, in Queens, NY, as well as a quick visit to Crown Heights in Brooklyn, NY. Interested participants contact Rabbi Ohana: yohana@jewishbu.com

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SUMMER BIRTHRIGHT If you are Jewish and have never visited Israel on an educational program, you can join a ten-day, fun-filled and inspiring tour of Israel, with that special flavor you get only with Chabad.

For free! This trip is a gift of birthright Israel.

Space is limited, on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Register ASAP at: www.MayanotIsrael.com TRAVEL WITH THE BINGHAMTON CHABAD TRIP! Trips available May through August

Summer Opportunities

MAKE YOUR SUMMER BREAK LAST A LIFETIME!

MAKE ISRAEL YOUR CLASSROOM! For only $499 study in Jerusalem this summer For more details speak to any member of the Chabad staff.

Apply for this astounding scholarship at www.mayanot.edu/application.asp

JEWISH SUMMER FELLOWSHIP: Earn while you learn A five-week Jewish experience that enables you to taste Jewish living with a focus on study.

Join world renowned scholars in the pastoral beauty of New York’s Catskill Mountains and receive a stipend of up to $2000.

Apply at myjsf.org

SUN AND STUDY This week-long program for college women combines learning, inspiration and outdoor adventure!

Sign up for a week you will not regret!

Full scholarships available SunandStudy.org

WONDERING WHICH PROGRAM IS FOR YOU? LOOKING FOR MORE INFO? CONTACT US AT ZCHEIN@JEWISHBU.COM

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THUR SDAY, JANUARY 29, AT 5:45 PM

Jewish Unity Night with the Bearcats

Join us for a fun ​

night of pride as we

cheer on the Bearcats

at the Event Center!

This campus-wide event features special on-court recognition, kosher food, and mega Jewish pride.

​ dmission: Sign-up required, no fee A ​Text BEARCATS UNITE to 607-797-0015 sign up ​Hosted by: Chabad , BUZO and Hillel

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EVENTS AT CH AB A D

For the Gals

Grab your besties for a Girls' Night Out! Join us for Jewish Women’s programming in honor of Rosh Chodesh that is fun, innovative and delicious. It’s the perfect way to recharge for the new month! ✨ To rsvp text GNO the ChaBot @ 607-7970015 one week before each event.

CHARM BAR! February 17 Tuesday, 7:30 PM Charms, treats, and favorite peeps come craft your new favorite accessory and catch up with the girls at our DIY charm social!

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PILATES & PASTRIES

FOCCIA ART!

March 19 Thursday, 6:30 PM The perfect reset: A low-impact Pilates burn followed by a highvibe pastry spread. Come for the movement, stay for the girl time.

April 13 Monday, 8:00 PM Turn simple dough into an edible masterpiece at our Focaccia Art social—the ultimate delicious reset with the girls.

WOMEN'S CHOLENT AND CHILL

GIVE ME A BAKE Welcome Back Challah Bake, Monday, January 26 Hamentashen Bake Monday, February 23 Rugluach Bake Tuesday, April 28

On select Thursdays at 9:15 pm Dates: January 29, February 19, March 19, April 16

LADIES TALENT NIGHT LADIES TALENT NIGHT SUNDAY, MARCH 8 6:00 pm Light dinner buffet, 6:30 pm show begins Girls!

If you sing, dance, write poetry or prose, act, play an instrument, paint, do photography, sculptures, ceramics or any other type of craft WE WANT YOU to share your talents with us all at our annual Ladies' Talent Night And if you are not performing or displaying arts or crafts, WE WANT YOU TOO! Enjoy a great show, fabulous fun like only girls can have together, and a delicious dinner of soups, salads, topping and mouth watering desserts.

If you would like to perform or display art or crafts, please contact Eiden Weinberg or Rivky Slonim.

WOMEN'S WARMTH AND WISDOM LUNCH WITH RIVKY Shabbat day, February 14th for women only BATH, BED AND BEYOND Real speak on love, Intimacy and Marriage Outrageous lunch and Dessert Buffet

by Reservation only

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FRESHMEN AND TRANSFER PAINT NIGHT! SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 8:00 PM New to campus or looking to meet your class? We’re welcoming all Freshmen, Spring Admits, and Transfers for a creative evening of painting.

COMPETITION SHABBAT FRIDAY FEBRUARY 6 Grab your best friends for a friendly Super Bowl Shabbat Competition! Sign up to make desserts for Shabbat dinner 02/06 or cholent for Shabbat lunch 02/07. May the best team win!!

Sign up at JewishBU.com/competition Did you know this is our 13th annual dessert and 14th annual cholent competition?

SENIOR EVENT TUESDAY FEBRUARY 3 Channel your inner senior and join us at Chabad House for a high-energy night of Bingo! Compete for awesome prizes and fuel up with snacks.

SKI TRIP SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 Take a load off, grab your friends, and join us on our annual ski trip on 02/22! Transportation, ski passes, and gear are included in the price. All levels are welcome. Must be a BU student to participate. Text “SKI” and send $35 via Venmo

by January 28 to save your spot!

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PROTECT YOUR FUTURE: JSCREEN AT CHABAD THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH ​Join us for a vital session with JScreen to learn about Jewish genetic health and the importance of screening. Get the education you need, then take action on the spot with a simple, life-saving saliva kit!

SOPHOMORE AND JUNIOR NIGHT SUNDAY APRIL 19 Sushi Making ​Get ready to roll! Join us for a fun, hands-on night where we’ll be making both traditional and candy sushi. It’s the perfect mid-semester break to hang out with friends, get creative with your rolls, and enjoy some great food together.

TORAH GAME Masterchef Pizza SUNDAY, APRIL 26 AT 4:30 PM Master Chef - Pizza Making and Torah edition This fun and competitive event will test your knowledge and culinary skills! Form a team or come as an individual. Text: MASTERCHEF

MIDNIGHT MADNESS MONDAY, MAY 11, 9:30 PM Stressed about finals? Come to Midnight Madness to de-stress and hang out with your friends! Enjoy all the eats!

Respond “MADNESS” to RSVP

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COOKING IS FUN!

LAG BAOMER MAY 4 Experience the warmth of Lag BaOmer with an outdoor bonfire, live kumsitz songs, and s'mores under the stars!

Come on over and help cook for Shabbat and holidays, prepare salads and more for a few hundred hungry BU students (no prior kitchen experience necessary) and meet some really cool and committed people.

EVERY THURSDAY AND FRIDAY 8-12 PM Please contact Rivky: Rslonim@JewishBU.com to volunteer or just show up to the Chabad Kitchen.

For Our Graduates

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FINALS TLC

GOODBYE SHABBATON

MAY 7-13 ALL DAY LONG Having finals overload?

Chabad’s got your back!

Stop by Chabad for some hot soup, snacks, study area with WIFI, and some good ole Chabad love!

FRIDAY, MAY 9TH Don’t miss the most special Shabbat of the year!

Cocktails and hot hors d’oeuvres at 6 pm, senior picture at 6:30 pm, services at 7 pm, followed by dinner and senior presentations.

MAASIM TOVIM FOUNDATION Join Chabad’s newly expanded Mitzvah Corp and experience the joy of bringing cheer and assistance to others. Each week, volunteers will visit Jewish patients in area hospitals, residents in adult care facilities, and shut-ins. Volunteers will also make special pre-holiday visitations.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Dafna Horowitz at: dhorowitz@binghamton.edu

GRADUATION SCHEDULE

WINE & CHEESE

Chabad will host services and dinner for our graduates and their families.

FRIDAY, MAY 15 Services begin at 7pm.

Followed by dinner SATURDAY, MAY 16TH Services begin 9:30am.

Followed by lunch and Mincha Seudat Shlishit 7:30pm Followed by Maariv and Havdallah To reserve for meals, visit www.JewishBU.com/Graduation

SAY GOODBYE IN STYLE An elegant wine and cheese reception for our graduates (and their special guests).

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13TH (doors open at 7 pm) RSVP required: www.JewishBU.com/WineandCheese

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For more information, please contact the THE ROHR CHABAD CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE (607) 797-0015

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Come home.....to Chabad Where every Jew is family

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