Name: Adam Goodman
Major: English/Rhetoric
Future Plans: Undecided
1)When I first came to college I would consider myself a 'rebellious' Jew. My parents forced Judaism on me while I was growing up (temple every Saturday, keeping real-deal kosher for passover, going to temple on the holidays - much longer than all my friends had to - etc.) Binghamton offered an opportunity to take whatever you wanted out of the Jewish community. Nothing was forced, nothing was required, nothing was too religious. I have made numerous friends through the Jewish community and I am more proud to be a Jew (on the terms I want to be) than I have ever been.
2)I enjoyed all the major Jewish events. Shabbat 1500's, Purim Carnivals, JHP events... I love meeting new people (especially an opportunity to meet that nice Jewish girl to take home to my parents), and the organization/preparation for these major student events never let me down.
3)When I first got to college I was against Chabad. However, due to the homely atmosphere, friendly people, and Rivky/Yael's delicious challah, I can safely say I have been going to Chabad for shabbat dinner at least twice a month, for the last year and a half.
4)Keep doing what you're doing.