Pioneers of the Periphery: Olim of the South Got that pioneering spirit? You’re invited to help build Israel’s periphery by planting roots in southern soil with Nefesh B’Nefesh.
Posted on: January 30th, 2012
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesBeads of sweat were forming on my hand as I held the warm phone and listened to the rings one by one. RING… I tried staying calm as I waiting for the answer. RING… I looked down at the phone. My finger makes its way to the red button on the right. Should I just press end? RING…
Posted on: January 24th, 2012
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesCollege should be a place of learning, a place for a free exchange of ideas, a time to explore new perspectives.
The Match That Set The World Ablaze
Posted on: January 12th, 2012
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesWatching people a few hundred feet up in the air, walking or bicycling on a string has always astonished me. Regardless of the science behind it (using a long pole as a means of forcing one's center of gravity onto the string) does nothing to subtract from the magnificence of the act.
Posted on: January 6th, 2012
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesSo many articles About shalom bayis, So many tears Shed for the children, The korbanos Of every divorce.
Posted on: January 5th, 2012
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesA dream, A shining ball of brilliance Held lovingly in my palm Its sparkle shone with The edges of my tears.
Posted on: January 5th, 2012
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesBranches, in many ways, are like people. A tree has one trunk, and extending out from it are many branches, which are all beautiful in their own unique way.
Posted on: January 2nd, 2012
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesOur people’s history is not a kind one. I remember reading about the 1648-49 Chmielnicki massacres of the Jewish communities of Poland (Gezerot tach v’tat) and weeping, asking myself why we were chosen if it meant suffering so?
Posted on: December 15th, 2011
Sections → Community → Community CurrentsWhen I first decided to become an English major, I didn't really anticipate any problems that would involve my Judaism. This is not a common choice for Orthodox college women, but I chose a different path because I knew what I loved and I was confident that I could land some sort of job with an English degree.
Posted on: December 8th, 2011
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesI was a bit surprised to see my sister Rini sitting in the rocking chair at the end of the kitchen, rocking peacefully back and forth. Rini, age eleven, generally prefers more intense activities, such as bike riding, ripsticking, and yelling.
The Sirota Family and the 20th Century at the Japan Society
Posted on: November 30th, 2011
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesI am blessed to live in a tradition filled with many incredible people, but it is rare I actually have the chance to meet a hero.
Posted on: November 25th, 2011
In Print → From the PaperWe've fought for woman's rights, and equality for African Americans and other minorities, but our challenges are far from over. Our final war has yet to be won.
Posted on: November 16th, 2011
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesDear SATs, I’d rather not take you because once I do my worth will be judged according to you-
Twisted Media: The Skinny Truth
Posted on: November 16th, 2011
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesI’m going to tell you something that the media doesn’t want you to know. The image of the perfect woman they promote as healthy - That’s not actually that healthy. I mean, we all want to look good and feel good, but the body image that the media shows today is truly horrible.
Posted on: October 26th, 2011
Sections → Magazine → Teens and TwentiesIt took me years to be able to say this (and a lot of painful bouts of insomnia, ulcers and ice cream cravings) but grades aren’t everything.
Posted on: October 26th, 2011
Sections → Magazine → Teens and Twenties“Your time on this earth is limited, don’t live someone else’s life, live by your vision.” – Steve Jobs, 1955 – 2011
Posted on: October 26th, 2011
In Print → From the PaperHave you thought about this? We will be tomorrow’s leaders, parents of the next generation. What will we do differently to ensure a more prosperous, accepting tomorrow? What are we doing today to prepare ourselves for tomorrow’s new responsibilities?
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