Jewish Bearcat of the Week
Featuring Dalia Mermelstein
What is your major, and why did you decide to pursue this degree?
I’m majoring In psychology and minoring in art. I find psychology so fascinating because it is so widely applicable, and I’ve been an artist my entire life.
Why did you choose Binghamton University?
I love how Binghamton has strong academics, lots of opportunities, and an incredible Jewish community.
What is your favorite book? Why?
I was really hooked on Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult when I read it a couple of years ago. She wrote about a very complicated and timely issue in such a riveting and compassionate way.
Where are you from? Where did you go to high school?
I’m from Teaneck, New Jersey, and I went to Ma’ayanot for high school.
What do you love about Jewish life on campus?
I love the diversity of the Jewish community here and how there are so many opportunities to get involved.
Do you have any siblings?
I have two sisters, Yael, who is 19 and goes to University of Toronto, and Ilana, who is 16 and in high school.
What is your favorite Jewish food?
My favorite food is doughnuts, so I would have to say sufganiyot!
If you were a breakfast cereal, which one would you be and why?
I would probably be Cocoa Puffs, as they are sweet and messy!
What is your favorite Jewish childhood memory?
Growing up, I always loved going to shul and celebrating holidays!
What is your favorite Chabad experience?
I love how we come together as a Jewish community during good times and bad.