Name: Ari Krauss
Major: Political Science
Future Plans: Aliyah & IDF next year
1)The Chabad of Binghamton has helped to strengthen my Jewish Identity in an environment that is not as conducive to living an Orthodox Jewish lifestyle that I was accustomed to before coming to SUNY Binghamton. They helped me become a better Jew and a better person.
2)There was nothing that I look forward to more during the week, or that I missed more over the Summer months than Friday night dinners. When is the next time that I will ever be able to have Shabbat dinner with all my friends every week? Friday nights at Chabad are something that I will miss for long after I have departed from Binghamton. (I will probably also never get Chabibi out of my head.)
3)Chabad is a place for everyone to learn, grow, and take something with them when they leave. How much is up to you but the opportunity is certainly there if you want it.
4) What would i want to add to Jewish life here? Late morning Shacharit Minyan...
From the bottom of my heart thank you to Chabad for everything that you have done. The universal Chesed and Midot that you showed to me and that you show to everyone who comes through your doors is something that everyone can aspire to. Thank you to all my friends years for making the last four years an unforgettable experience.
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