Jewish Bearcat of the Week
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Featuring Shoshana Behar
What is your major, and why did you decide to pursue this degree?
I am a psychology major, I have always been intrigued by the complexity of human behavior. I am particularly interested in helping to improve the culture of organizations to create more pleasant and productive work environments. Ultimately, I desire a career that I am passionate about and allows me to make a positive difference.
Where are you from? Where did you go to high school?
I grew up in Seattle and went to a really small high school called Northwest Yeshiva High School. Seattle is beyond beautiful and I love it there so much!
Do you have any siblings?
I do! I have three older brothers making me the youngest and only girl which was a unique experience growing up.
What is your favorite book? Why?
I don't think I would be able to narrow down my favorite book of all time but my favorite book that I've read this year so far is One by One by Ruth Ware. I have been very into reading mystery thriller books because they keep me on my toes the whole time.
What is your favorite Jewish food?
My favorite Jewish food are Borekas, specifically the ones made by the Sephardic community in Seattle.
What is your favorite food?
My favorite food will always be pasta. Mac and cheese, fettuccine Alfredo, seriously anything.
What's your favorite Jewish holiday and why?
My favorite Jewish holiday has always been Pesach. I love the opportunity to sit at a table with all of my family (aunts, uncles, cousins), because we aren’t able to do it that often and it's always so fun.
What's a quote or saying that you like?
I’ve always loved the quote by Dr. Seuss, “Today you are you, that is truer than true, there is no one alive that is you-er than you."
How do you envision yourself in twenty years?
I envision myself moving to Israel with my family and living in Ranaana or somewhere similar to it (and hopefully fluent in Hebrew).
What is your favorite Chabad experience?
My favorite Chabad experience is going to Friday night dinner. I love how lively it is and being able to take some time to focus on friends rather than school. Going to Chabad really helped me adjust to Binghamton and I met so many of my friends through it.
What's your favorite lockdown experience?
One of the most amazing positives from lockdown was spending time with my family. It gave us the opportunity to be around each other in a new capacity and while it was difficult at times, in the end, it really brought all of us so close together.
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Freshmen
Funday
Sunday, Sep. 3, 2023 - 12:00 pm
*For New Students
Ever wonder what the city of Binghamton has to offer? Join us for a day of discovery and fun as we visit some of Binghamton’s favorite destinations.
Text Funday to RSVP.
Challah
Bake
Tuesday, Sep. 5, 2023 - 7:30 pm
Come bake delicious challah with your friends!$4 prepay via Venmo, $6 at the door
Text CHALLAH to RSVP
Supper with Study-Beit Midrash
Wednesday, Sep. 6, 2023 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
6:30-7:00pm enjoy a delicious dinner
7:00-8:00pm Chavruta study of any area of your choice or join a student led Chabura - study group.
Text Supper and Study to RSVP
Pizza
and Parsha
Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023 - 6:00 pm
!A review of the weekly Torah portion with in-depth insights and discussion while
eating the best slice in town
Shabbat with Rabbi Asher Crispe
Friday/Shabbat, Sep. 8-9, 2023
Rabbi Asher Crispe is a technology futurist who consults on on advances in A.I., Robotics, Biotech, AgTech, Neuroscience, Organizational Psychology, Materials Science, and Complex Systems for a number of companies and organizations including BECO Management, Lifewrite, Campaign for Vermont.
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Fun Fact
This is the largest G-Board Chabad at Binghamton has ever had with over 60 people!
Jewish Humor
Q. How does Moses make his tea?
A: Hebrews it.
Trivia
QUESTION: When the NFL season starts Thursday night, there will be 5 active Jewish players currently on a roster. Can you name them?
(See the Cha-News for the answer or respond to this email!)
Spot the Difference
(See the Cha-News for the answer or respond to this email!)
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Advice for Life
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How can I get ahead of the curve in a stem related field?
- Stressed-out stem student
Dear stressed-out stem student,
First of all, you are doing great, take a minute to relax. I know you probably aren’t.
Also, lucky for you, there are tons of ways to get involved in the stem field; whether it be through internships, research, volunteering or forming relationships with teachers
Enjoy!
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Thank you to the newsletter team!
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Thank you to Matthew Bitterman, Peretz Botvinnikov, Ethan Cantor, Julia Cooper, Amanda Kleinman, Noa Lifschutz, Shayna Maltinsky, DJ Mevorah, Lili Pitkowsky, Gilli Richman, Shira Rosencrantz, Daniella Shomshonov, and Lindsay Zezelic, as well as committee heads Nora Monasheri and Michal Levine
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