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… Michigan. She works as the youth director at Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah in Wilmette, Ill. Bradley also received his bachelor's in psychology from the University of Michigan. He attends the Adler…

…. Daniel Seidman and Dr. Jacqueline Gierer. Danny earned his B.S.E. in mechani- cal engineering from the University of Michigan and his D.O. and M.P.H. degrees from Nova Southeastern University in Florida…

…. He is a resident physician in fam- ily medicine at St. John Providence Health System. Jacqui earned her B.S. in biology and B.A. in psychology from the University of Delaware and her D.O. degree from…

… Lustig and Jonathon Andrew Pepper. Caryn is a graduate of George Mason University, where she studied tourism and events management. She is employed as an event planner and conference coordinator at the…

… American Bankers Association. Jon is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis and holds master's degrees from Virginia Tech and the University of Virginia in curriculum development and educational…

… to Bradley Louis Millman, son of Arlene Millman of West Bloomfield and the late Mark Millman. Shayna received both her bachelor's in psychology and her master's in social work from the University of…

…73(i(s.s..0-Per/ Seidman-Gierer j ody and Steve Seidman of West Bloomfield, together with Janice and Peter Gierer of Mount Sinai, N.Y., are thrilled to announce the engagement of their children Dr…

…-268-2590 • aridblowdrybancom ick and Ellen Lustig of Richmond, Va., Jim and Donna Yazman of L IL Vienna, Va., and Larry and Pam Pepper of Bloomfield Hills are thrilled to announce the engagement of their children Caryn Rachel…

… administration. He is a science teacher and the dean of students at George Mason High School in Falls Church, Va. The couple reside in Arlington, Va., and are planning an August wedding in Annapolis, Md. Millman…

…-Goodman All of your friends at OUNDANCEI SHOES wish you a very _Mum Vassover 80 April 10 • 2014 1908110 p erri and Irwin Goodman of Farmington Hills announce the engagement of their daughter Shayna Beth…

… impacted us more than she will ever know. @ To learn more or donate, go to wwwjdrcorps. org. Lexie Sittsamer of Farmington Hills is a sophomore at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. 313…

… spring break, I spent the majority of my time up on a roof, learning how to use a nail gun and a staple hammer. Thirty students from Western Michigan, Grand Valley State, Michigan State and Temple…

…." Dirk Roberts, MSU Hillel director of engage- ment, views ASB trips as meaningful because "they allow students the opportunity to see a culture they don't normally see, and they allow students to help…

… tornadoes in 2013. With the help of 150 dedicated college students from 12 universities, the JDRC helped families restore their homes and return to a sense of normalcy. Last May and early June, a series of…

…- munities, the JDRC is forming connections between and within communities. This year, the JDRC is based in Oklahoma and assisting in the rebuilding of the resilient communities devastated by the deadly spring…

… torna- does and violent storms caused damage to many cities in Oklahoma. More than 900,000 cubic yards of debris were left by the storms, and more than 50 people were killed. "Attending an alternative…

… spring break was a great way to end my college career, giving W Golnick Pediatric Dental Associates "We are the Pediatricians of Dentistry" iatric Dental Associat treat the dental needs of infants…

… of Huntington Woods. "I participated in an ASB trip every year of college. These trips make me feel good about myself. I could've chosen to go to Mexico, but I prefer to give back while helping others…

… through their daily emphasis of gratitude," he said. During our week in Oklahoma, we worked to rebuild roofs on two houses. One of my favorite moments was on the last day as we were getting ready to leave…

…-292-7777 Thirty Jewish students, mostly from Michigan colleges, spent spring break helping restore storm- ravaged Oklahoma. Call Alicia R. Nelson for an appointment 248.557.0109 www.traditiontradition.com 78…

… am Jewish and was born and raised in Israel. Many family members and friends questioned my decision to transfer to the University of Michigan-Dearborn (UM-D), and for some time I did, too. The truth is…

… differences and appreciate our similarities. @ Hava Ylyaguev of West Bloomfield is a senior at the University of Michigan-Dearborn and president of the Jewish Student Organization. …

… shocked yet filled with so much joy and excitement. After a brief conversation with both the JSO adviser/Hillel of Metro Detroit program associate and a JSO board member, I was ecstatic to find I could…

… and Hillel of Metro Detroit. There are stereotypes when it comes to UM-D, such as the anti-Israel activity and hos- tility toward Jews and Israelis. I would be lying if I said I have never felt any…

…, attending this university is one of the best decisions I have made in my life. I feel this experience has changed my personal- ity for the better, making me more aware and appreciative of different cultures…

… Kids Karat • Jacob Sable and Hava Ylyaguev, both seniors and of West Bloomfield, Sofia Pinkhasova of West Bloomfield, a U-M/Ann Arbor graduate, and junior David Solomon of West Bloomfield W Call for…

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… people nice to you?" Such questions are not surprising con- sidering the school is located in Dearborn, a city with the highest percentage of Arab Americans outside the Middle East, not to mention that I…

… finally participate in and belong to an organization I can relate to on a campus that sometimes felt very out- side of my comfort zone. That was the day I became an active and proud board member of the JSO…

… lover and supporter of 1881440 Israel, I believe it is important to remember there are two sides to every story and each side has its own definition of "truth." As someone born and raised in a land…

… my friend Joe Mirsky and I had when we said goodbye to our Michigan State University Hillel and Hillel Campus Alliance of Michigan Taglit-Birthright Israel group as they entered the airport to fly home…

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… of six days that would change my life, allowing me to learn lessons that could never be acquired from an organized trip. When we woke up the next morning in our hostel in Tel Aviv, Joe and I realized…

… were admittedly a little anxious. However, time and time again, Israelis were more than willing to go out of their way to help us. This was the first lesson I learned during my trip extension: People…

… will go out of their way to help you enjoy your time in Israel. Second, I realized that Israel is not simply a country of Jewish people of all denominations, but it's a home for the Jewish people. When…

… this connection entailed was often hard to put into words, but after hearing testimony after testimony of life-changing events you knew they weren't simply talking about Israel; they were talking about…

… their home. Even though Joe and I didn't always know what we were doing, our six-day extension was one of the most influential trips I will ever go on because of the Israelis' sincerity and love for their…

… me to completely immerse myself in the culture, the history and the pas- sion that exist when living in Israel. Only after my complete experience was over could I truly understand what the people of…

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… by emailing jheadapohl@renmedia.us . and to place a paid ad, email kfarber@renmedia.us . 30 April 10 • 2014 T wo freshmen, two sopho- mores, two juniors and a senior at the University of Michigan…

… city several of us knew little about, as many of us are from outside Michigan. We stayed in the Summer in the City "Collaboratory," a historic home in Southwest Detroit, and sought to embody Summer in…

…CapP Gown ARBOOK Students from Amelia Earhart Elementary School in Southwest Detroit worked with U-M students to pack boxes of food staples at FOCUS: Hope. Ad Deadline: May 9th Spring Break In…

… honor all Jewish students who are graduating this spring from Michigan high schools in our Cap & Gown Yearbook 2014. The Yearbook will be published in our May 22nd issue. 2011 Cap Gown YEARBOOK You can…

… walk into Detroit to find their place in the city and, in turn, find themselves. This was the premise of an Alternative Spring Break we partici- pated in March 2-9 coordinated by the student-run Jewish…

… Detroit Initiative through U-M Hillel and Repair the World. This was the third annual trip after the student group began in 2012, engaging nearly 30 students in a week- long trip in which students live…

…, volun- teer and explore in Detroit. People asked why we were going, often remarking how we were "headed to help Detroit:' But they were wrong. Our days were jampacked with a range of engagements. Each…

… weekday afternoon, we spent time with middle school students from Amelia Earhart School in Southwest Detroit, doing activities ranging from bowling and playing air hockey to taking a tour of the Museum of…

… Contemporary Art to an exhilarating scavenger hunt that can- vassed much of Downtown Detroit. Each weekday morning, we volun- teered at a variety of nonprofit organi- zations, including Focus: HOPE, which…

… provides an average of 44,000 ship- ments per month of food staples, deliv- ering them to people in need. We took a drama class one morning at Matrix Theatre and an art class at Arts and Scraps on another…

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…/Facts Established in 1948 as the national homeland for the Jewish people, Israel's population includes Jews of every geographic, ethnic, and religious identity. 20% of Israelis are non-Jews. All Israelis enjoy…

… equal rights. Israel is a melting pot, with diverse groups contributing to Israel's rich culture and traditions. • Israel is a dynamic democracy with citizens of diverse Christian Population In The…

… Middle East Israel is the only Middle Eastern country where the Christian population is thriving instead of disappearing. Between 1948 and 2011 Israel's Christians grew fourfold, from 34,000 to 154…

…,000. political and religious beliefs. Israel is home to World Religions people from over 70 countries. • Israeli-Arabs, Israel's largest minority, are active in all facets of life. Islam: 1.6 billion people…

… million people population is growing. Judaism: 14 million people • Women are vital in governing, developing, and about 1 /625 ( 1 /6 of 1 protecting the nation. Golda Meir became Israel's percent) the…

… size of the prime minister in 1969, the third elected female Arab world 370 million Middle 67 Roman Catholic • Israel stands at the forefront of LGBT issues, 49 Islamic prohibiting workplace…

… & Arthur Gaba • Hadassah Hillel Day School of Metropolitan Detroit • Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit • Jewish Community Relations Council • JNF — Michigan Region • Michigan Board of Rabbis…

… four to eight. "We saw an increase of anti- Semitic incidents on university campuses," says Heidi Budaj, ADL Michigan regional director. "The particular Heidi Budaj incidents reported from colleges were…

… School • AMEINU • American Technion Society — Detroit Chapter • BBYO Bnei Akiva • Congregation Shaarey Zedek • Detroit Jewish News • Frankel Jewish Academy • Friends of the IDF — Michigan Region Clara…

… • ORT America - Michigan Region • Johnny Pomodoro's • StandWithUs — Michigan 20 April 10 • 2014 he total number of anti- Semitic incidents in the United States fell by 19 percent in 2013, continuing a…

… reported in 41 states and the District of Columbia. Although the number of anti- Semitic incidents in the U.S. decreased in 2013, ADL reported that anti-Semitic incidents in Michigan doubled in 2013 from…

…metro Tracking Hate Anti-Semitic incidents decline nationwide, increase in Michigan. T YOM HAZIKARON ISRAEL'S NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY We Join Together to Remember Those Who Have Fallen So That…

… decade-long downward slide and marking one of the lowest levels of incidents reported by the Anti- Defamation League since it started keeping records in 1979. ADL's annual Audit of Anti- Semitic Incidents…

… occur, saw anti-Semitic activity involving the use of a swastika, Budaj says. "I believe the uptick can be traced in some cases to unemployment rates and economic uncertainty coupled with some individuals…

… May by Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, who spoke at a Detroit church telling the audience, which included a U.S. congressman and other public officials, that the "satanic Jews" and the…

… "synagogue of Satan" control America's government and other sectors. The report noted a significant increase in violent anti-Semitic assaults: a total of 31 anti-Semitic assaults on Jewish individuals or those…

… will speak on "The Future of Oncology: New Developments in Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment." The former dean of the University of Michigan Medical School, Dr. Lichter also served as director of the…

… Murkis performs at the Oak Park JCC. FRIDAY, JULY 18 SHABBAT DINNER 6:30 pm. Hillel of Metro Detroit sponsors evening for young adults at Oak Park JCC. $8 prepaid. RSVP by July 17: hillel@wayne.edu or…

…>> calendar Much To Do! which has been lovingly brought to life by her family, friends and Thrivers in her memory, will inspire cancer survivors to look forward with hope and strength:' "Of all the…

…. When we gathered to help Gail Kaplan complete her mural, each one of us had an opportunity to create a square for the border. "In addition, we were able to complete another square to take home to…

… remember Patti. Mine has found a home on my dresser, and I cherish it, as I did Patti. I had the honor of completing the doves that are prominent in the mural. When I look at the fin- ished piece, I see…

… those doves fly- ing up to the sky and hope that Patti can see them, too." Patti's sons Michael and Stuart said, "We are so honored that Cancer Thrivers included us in the making of this beautiful mural…

… in memory of our mother. She would love and appreciate this mural, coming from her `third baby, the Cancer Thrivers. We enjoyed participating in the project, meeting some of our mother's friends and…

… radiation therapy section of the National Cancer Institute's Radiation Oncology branch. Tickets for the program are $36 each and may be purchased by contacting Tracy Agranove at (248) 432-5467 or tagranove…

…@ jccdet.org. She can also answer questions about how to become a patron of the event. Reservations are requested by July 14. For information about the Cancer Thrivers, contact Michelle Passon at (248) 895…

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… 14 games:' The company's leadership team has local roots. Rubin grew up in Huntington Woods, attended Hillel Day School, Berkley High School and the University of Denver. Krugel attended Southfield…

… Lathrup High School and the University of Michigan. An Dolgin, 33, the company's director of business development, also a U-M grad, is the son-in-law of Rabbi Harold Loss of Temple Israel. "We all have a…

… passion and love for the state of Michigan:' Rubin says. "We're happy to be here, helping grow the economy and the tech sector:' This year, Beyond Gaming moved up Woodward from Royal Oak to Birmingham to…

… School of Adult Jewish Learning is an excit- ing approach to Jewish learning. Developed at Hebrew University of Jerusalem, adult learners from all backgrounds explore classic Jewish sources in an…

…business & professional Game On! Get A Taste Of Melton Jewish-owned online gaming company primed for more growth. Free "sample" classes begin in August at Federation. Allan Nahajewski…

… Contributing Writer I abe Rubin is driven. At a moment's notice, he'll drop down and do 40 pushups to the tune of "Eye of the Tiger" on his laptop — and that's while he's at work. Rubin, 34, is CEO of Beyond…

… larger offices. F G 30 July 10 • 2014 JN On the balcony of their new office overlooking Woodward in Birmingham are Beyond Gaming CEO Gabe Rubin (front) and team members (from left) Dave Carson, Carl…

… Clendenin, Noah Krugel, Ari Dolgin and Dan Nelder. "There are a lot of great things going on in the company:' Rubin says. "Our new space creates a whole new atmo- sphere and work environment for us. People…

…:' Beyond Gaming currently has six employees. "We consider ourselves the pioneers of this industry, but many companies have gotten into this space," Rubin says. "We relate to the David and Goliath story. One…

… of our competitors is [British billionaire business magnate] Sir Richard Branson. He was involved in a company where he licensed the Virgin name. That company raised more than $50 million but is now…

… infestations, but also to 200 apartment communities prevent them. throughout southeast Michigan, "Many of our clients have us in addition to the countless single- come out on a quarterly or semi- family homes…

…, grew up in Oak , picked them up and taken them Park and went to Berkley High ...0*-* home from restaurants or other School. After graduating from public places." Michigan State University, he Whether you…

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… live in a single- moved back to the Detroit area family home or a multi-family to take a position with the Hillel dwelling, Pest Arrest has the Foundation, where he stayed for experience, the…

… well aware of the fact who lives with his wife, Katey, that we are in someone's home, The crew at Pest Arrest and 1-year-old daughter Aviva the place most precious to in Berkley. The family belongs them…

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…MACCABEES et 4- ~wit "David has been with me every step of the way with Eloise says Nelson, who went to Hillel Day School and the University of Michigan. The two met at Camp Walden. "I met Sanford…

… when I was 12:' says Weintraub, 26, single and a Birmingham resident. "I majored in business management at Michigan State University and planned to go to California after graduation to look into the film…

… development. "With this film, I hope audiences see the importance of a family rec- ognizing a problem and dealing with it:' says Weintraub, who belongs to Temple Israel and has gone on a teen mission to Israel…

…. "Although we're making a scary movie, I want people to enjoy it. "I'm very proud of what we're doing. It's taken a lot of persistence, and I'm lucky to be a part of what Sanford and his father are doing…

…." While plans include giving the film a presence at the Toronto International Film Festival as arrangements are With this film, I hope audiences see the A importance of a family recognizing a problem and…

… dealing with it." and, within a few years, had earned the respect of established Internet developers. By his late teens, he had co-developed and sold the popu- lar online forum and community Reddit. "That…

… start-up culture that he saw, it seems to me, as a machine for mak- ing money." Aaron's growing activism led to efforts to increase the free online availability of court records and medical and scientific…

… research. For the latter project, he downloaded an enormous number of articles through MIT's network from the academic database JSTOR with the intention of spotlighting the private, for-profit control of…

… publicly funded and created information. Although the U.S. Attorney con- ceded that Swartz had no plans to profit from the mass download, he resolved to send a message and filed charges of wire fraud…

…, computer fraud, theft of information from a computer and recklessly damaging a computer. And so began Swartz's two-year nightmare. "He was certainly willing to put himself on the line:' says Knappenberger…

… Society of Michigan. She chaired the JCC Maccabi Games held in Detroit in 1990. Linda's concern for those less fortu- nate extended to the wider community. Her causes included leadership roles in Muscular…

… people, Linda stepped in to provide direction and funds for an existing group, Michigan Jewish AIDS Coalition. Edwina Davis, who she hired as executive director of MJAC in the late 1990s, became another…

… degree at Wayne State University. Teaching was a typical career path for girls back then although she most enjoyed and excelled at math. On a "balance sheet" of her life that Linda prepared during her…

… also shared her enormous skills with American Women for Bar-Ilan University, Hillel Day School, Sinai Hospital Guild, the Melton g Advisory Committee (as Linda Lee chair) and the Jewish Historical…

…obituaries A True Heart Of Gold Esther Allweiss Ingber Contributing Writer I aring and well-organized, Linda Lee, a community volunteer extraordinaire, was known for tracking the birthdays and…

… anniversaries of countless people. This thoughtfulness helps illustrate why so many claimed Linda, Detroit's own "Super Girl:' as a best friend and why some 800 people packed her funeral service April 1 at Ira…

… Kaufman Chapel in Southfield. Four weeks after receiving a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, Linda Lee, 69, of West Bloomfield died on March 31, 2014. Linda — whom First Lady Barbara Bush honored with United…

… Way's presti- gious Heart of Gold award in 1991 — vol- unteered 30-50 hours a week. "If she saw a need, she just did it:' said her friend, Susie Citrin. "She was humble and not looking for accolades…

…:' Linda was primarily associated with the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit, its member agencies and divi- sions. Among her many accomplish- ments, she served as the first woman president since…

… World War II of the Jewish Community Center in 1990-92 and provided leadership in organizing a networking/support group for Jewish gay individuals and their families. Activities to promote human rights…