Friendsgiving: A Beacon of Community and Gratitude on Campus
When challenging times threatened to divide, JLIC at Columbia University and Barnard College created a powerful moment of unity. Led by Rav Elie and Tamar Buechler, Friendsgiving emerged as a testament to resilience, community, and hope. This year, on Sunday November 24th, marked the second annual Friendsgiving, an event born from the tumultuous landscape of […]
A Historic Visit: Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis at Columbia University
On May 29, 2024, the Columbia Barnard JLIC community had the honor of hosting the Chief Rabbi of England, Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis. This momentous occasion, facilitated by Rabbi Elie Buechler, Director of the JLIC at Columbia, marked a significant moment of solidarity and inspiration for the Jewish students amidst challenging times. Rabbi Mirvis’ visit […]
A Heartwarming Chessed Initiative: JLIC Students Making a Difference at Harlem Link Charter School
In bustling New York City, where opportunities abound, it’s heartening to witness individuals coming together to make a tangible impact on the lives of others. An ongoing chessed effort spearheaded by Rabbi Elie Buechler, JLIC Director at Columbia/Barnard, and Jonny Rosen, Vice President of Chessed on the Yavneh Student Board, has been making waves in the […]
OU Welcomes Rabbi & Wife as Torah Educators at Columbia U
The Jewish Voice: On Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 By: JV Staff As the academic year is in full swing at colleges across America and with the fall holidays now history, Rabbi Noam and Shiffy Friedman are prepared to look ahead for their first year on campus as the Torah Educators at the Heshe and Harriet […]