Featuring Maya Davis
What is your major, and why did you decide to pursue this degree?
My major is nursing! I decided to pursue this degree because I want to help others and have a connection with my patients, and nursing is a very special and hands-on way to help others.
Why did you choose Binghamton University?
At first choosing Binghamton felt like a shot in the dark because I'm the oldest and I didn't know what to expect, but now that I've been for over a year, I can confidently say, you won't get a Jewish community like this one anywhere else, and the nursing program is great!
Where are you from? Where did you go to high school?
I am from Pittsburgh PA (not located in or near Philadelphia)
I went to Hillel Academy of Pittsburgh, so my Jewish Geography is limited, but improving!
What do you love about Jewish life on campus?
I love how accommodating most of the teachers are, and how being part of the Jewish community has given me amazing friends and if I'm lucky great classmates too! It's always fun taking classes with friends!
Do you have any siblings?
I have three younger siblings - Naomi (16), Ben (14), and Daphne (12)
Do you have a hobby? Why do you love it?
I've been getting into painting recently, and I love when I have an idea and it comes out exactly how I imagined it! It's also a great hobby to do with friends!
What is your favorite Jewish food?
This is a tough one - Nish Nosh dressing is definitely up there and so is malawach (maybe not together though.)
What is your favorite food?
Sushi. If you buy me a roll (or two) you have won my heart.
If you were a breakfast cereal, which one would you be and why?
I'd be cinnamon toast crunch, I definitely have the energy level for that and I like to think I'm fun to be around.
What's your dream job?
Aside from nursing, my dream job would be a personal stylist or interior designer, I love Pinterest, so I have some good ideas!
What is your favorite Jewish childhood memory?
Decorating the Sukkah was always fun, and my family are hard core board game people, so post Friday night meal board games are the best!
How do you envision yourself in twenty years?
I hope I've settled down with a beautiful family of my own and I'm a fulfilled nurse, I'm also interested to see how I've grown in my Judaism and connection to G-d at that point and how I'll impart that on my kids. A lot can happen in 20 years so who knows!
What's your favorite lockdown experience?
Running back and forth between my kitchen and bedroom to cook and take classes.
What makes you proud to be a Jew?
I am proud to be Jewish because of my journey to where I am today. My family and I became religious, when I was younger, and every resource and community we've encountered has been really impactful and welcoming, so I always get excited when people come to me with Jewish related questions or advice because now I can be that guide on someone else's journey.
