Nurturing Community and Spirituality: The JLIC West Talmud Group Journey
The JLIC West Talmud Group shines as a beacon of community, scholarship, and spiritual growth. Founded in June of 2021 by the dedicated efforts of Josh Partovi, a former UCLA JLIC President/Yavneh Fellow turned JLIC volunteer, this weekly gathering has become a cornerstone for students seeking a break from the day-to-day and a deeper connection […]
Exploring Rationality and Faith: JLIC Technion Hosts Rabbi Professor Sam Lebens
On the evening of February 26th, 44 students from the JLIC community gathered at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology for a thought-provoking event organized by JLIC Directors Rav Evan and Tova Levine. The highlight of the evening was the enlightening discourse delivered by Rabbi Professor Sam Lebens, an esteemed figure in both academia […]
Empowering Jewish Student Leaders: A Recap of Yavneh’s Spring 2024 Regional Shabbaton
In the heart of the bustling campus of the University of Michigan, Yavneh students from across the South East, New England, and Midwestern regions convened for one of the spring 2024 regional shabbatons. This gathering from February 16th to 18th marked not only a celebration of Jewish identity but also a testament to the mission […]
JLIC West Coast Initiative Supporting Health Science Students
In higher education, students pursuing health science degrees often find themselves navigating rigorous academic programs alongside personal and cultural needs. Recognizing this, Drs. Rod Avraham Najibi and Daniella Orner Najibi, both dentists and JLIC directors at Santa Monica College (SMC), have taken it upon themselves to support these students in their journey towards success. Their […]
Standing in Solidarity: JLIC Binghamton Supports Omer Neutra’s Return
In a world often fraught with division and conflict, moments of unity and solidarity shine brightly, reminding us of the power of community and compassion. On Thursday night, Feb 8, 2023 members of JLIC Binghamton, alongside the Binghamton University Zionist Organization (BUZO), came together in a powerful display of support for Omer Neutra, a student […]
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 […]
From Campus to Courtroom: JLIC Empowers Jewish Law School Students
In the bustling corridors of legal academia on the West Coast, a quiet revolution is taking place, one that is fostering a sense of community, tradition, and leadership among law school students. At the heart of this movement lies JLIC, a program dedicated to enriching the lives of Jewish students on university campuses across the […]