…Sponsored p by: y Our annual tribute to the Michigan Jewish community’s graduating high school seniors. MSU Jewish Studies Program Cap & YEARBOOK G o wn Editor: Sy Manello Page design: Michelle Sheridan Cover photographer: Adam Luger/Blue Racer Productions Advertising: Keith Farber Production: Scott Drzewiecki, Kelly Kosek, Amy Pollard, Michelle Sheridan, Susan Walker CAP & GOWN IS ARCHIVED ON THEJEWISHNEWS.COM Graduating seniors: (clock...…
…CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2017! MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SALUTES YOU! We look forward to seeing many of you at MSU this Fall. MSU JEWISH STUDIES PROGRAM / MSU HILLEL JEWISH STUDENT CENTER / OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS MSU Jewish Studies Program on study abroad in Haifa, Israel, summer 2015. 60 May 25 • 2017 jn …
…Mazel Tov! cap&gown 2017 CARLY ABRAHAMS West Bloomfield High School BRANDON BARIL North Farmington High School Summa Cum Laude, Varsity Poms/Dance Team, Health Science Club Executive Board Member, National Honor Society, OAA Scholar-Athlete, Jewish Fund Teen Board Member, TOPS volunteer. University of Michigan Maintained academic letter throughout high school, Japanese Club, Chess Club, Creative Writing Club, Philosophy Club, eight years...…
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…MAZAL TOV FRANKEL JEWISH ACADEMY CLASS OF 2017 Isabella Adelson Matthew Blackman Allison Bloomberg Spencer Cantor Zachary Cantor Jordyn Cranis Sophie Curhan Mallory Einstandig Jason Ernst Matthew Ernst Max Feber Jeremiah Feiner Johanna Feiner Maxwell Feldman Brett Gonte Jonah Grand Noa Hamer Hunter Keith Kamren Kerch Nathan Klausner Carly Klein Sidrah Kovan Oren Lerner Eve Levi Cole Levine Maverick Levy Miriam Lupovitch Noah Marcotte Jacob...…
…Mazel Tov! Talia Gadd Congratulations! We are so proud of everything you have done! We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you and may it be all that you dream! We Love You, Grandma and Papa Mazel Tov! Jessica Verona With much love and pride we congratulate Jessica on all of her accomplishments and for getting into Arizona State University. We love you with all of our hearts. All our love, Auntie Laurie and Uncle Jeff Andrew, Me...…
…Mazel Tov! Samantha Elkus Sammi, You have no idea how proud we are! May all your wishes come true. We can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings! Go Green!!! We love you so much, Mom, Dad, Michael, Carly, Joshua and Marlee Congratulations! Garrett Smith We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished!!! Mazel Tov! Emily Hannah Nakisher We are so proud of your accomplishments and are so very excited about your bright future. ...…
…Mazel Tov! cap&gown 2017 continued from page 64 Sydnee~ “The harder I work, the luckier I get” is our family motto and you have taken that statement to a whole new level! We are all so proud of you and your achievements. Your determination and laser focus on your goal has been amazing and inspirational. Congratulations on graduating from MSU and a big Mazel Tov on your acceptance to U of M School of Social Work in the Integrated...…
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…Congratulations! Rachel Hirsch From the day you were born, you have brought love, joy, your engaging smile and contagious laughter into our lives. We are so proud of all that you have achieved and wish you continued success at MSU! We love you! Mom, Dad, Stacey and Melanie Mazel Tov! PHILLIP RING Congratulations on your graduation with honors from the University of Michigan! We are looking forward to the next part of your journey as you ...…
…Mazel Tov! The Administration, Faculty, Staff and Alumni of Yeshiva Beth Yehudah extend a heartfelt Ryan Ishbia We’re so proud of all your accomplishments & the person you’ve become. You display great passion for the causes you believe in. Keep believing & follow your dreams. Good luck at U of M Love, Nana & Papa Ish Mazel Tov! Noah Eisenberg Dear Noah, We are so proud of you for all of your achievements and talent! But, we are over th...…
…Congrats to the 2017 grads cap&gown 2017 continued from page 68 Periodontics Implant Dentistry CAITLYN DZIUBA International Academy Aaron Zeevi DDS, MS Salutatorian, Summa Cum Laude, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Varsity Lacrosse, PeerCorp mem- ber, Congregation Shaarey Zedek Madricha, Friendship Circle volun- teer, Relay for Life Captain. University of Georgia 248.808.4030 26789 Woodward Ave. Suite 202 Huntington Wo...…
…JOSH ELIAS Bloomfield Hills High School Executive Board Fisher AZA, Hockey Team Captain and student coach. Michigan State University ELLIE ELKIN West Bloomfield High School Cum Laude, National Honor Society, Scholar-Athlete Award. Michigan State University SAMANTHA ELKUS Berkley High School National Honor Society, French National Honor Society, Honor Roll, Captain Varsity Dance Team, Kulanuh BBG, BBYO Regional Convention Coordinator, Co...…
…Congratulations! Justin... “No matter what people tell you, words & ideas can change the world” ~robin williams We are so proud of YOUR words & ideas...now go change the world! We LOVE you! Mom, Dad & Alex Mazel Tov! MAX FLAM You are an amazing young man with the ability to achieve any goal. Within you is the potential which is only limited by your imagination. Reach high. Aim high. Discover how far you can go! Love you always, Mom an...…
…wishes Mazel Tov to our 2017/5777 Religious School Teen Learning Contract Graduation Class Yael Eichhorn David Leibowitz Kevin Traute ALEC & JULIA - Wishing you an amazing next journey in life. Continue to embrace all the qualities you have that make you special and share them with others around you. Remember no matter where you go, your family is always your strength. The entire congregation takes pride in this important achievement, t...…
…Mazel Tov! Jonathan Cher cap&gown 2017 continued from page 74 We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. May all of your dreams come true...at the mighty Wash U! With all of our love, Mom, Dad, and Benjamin Mazel Tov! Evan Ziegelman Kind, smart, funny, loving and so much more. You are the sunlight in our Universe! We are so proud of you! All our love, Mom, Dad, Grandma Marsha Grandma Retta & Grandpa Sy Mazel Tov! Benja...…
…2017 Temple Israel Graduates Max Aaron Arlow Mallory Baker Alexa Jordan Bernard Matthew Ryan Blackman Nicole Borovsky Alec Milton Cohen Max Alexander Cohen Sophie Rose Curhan Sophie Wendy Dwoskin Jacob Fishkind Aria Gabrielle Frawley Benjamin Chase Goldman Emma Yarden Green Nathan Grodman Eric Riley Grossman-Lempert Natalie Davida Herman Rachel Alexis Hirsch Justin Daniel Karbel Hunter Jordan Keith Sidrah Belle Kovan Josh Kraft Rachel Laure...…
…cap&gown 2017 continued from page 76 Congratulations to the 2017 Recipients of the B’nai B’rith Great Lakes Region College Scholarship Program! TAYLOR GOLDEN-WISE Walled Lake Northern High School JONAH GRAND Scholar- Athlete, Varsity Swim Team Co-Captain and two years at states, Co-Organizer and Co-President of the Social Justice Committee and presenter for the district school board and central office, Jewish National Fund Teen Board, cu...…
…Congratulations! Mazel Tov! Riley Grossman-Lempert Connor Michaelson Chase your dreams. Burst out at the seams. Never stop trying. Never stop learning. Be yourself; we are proud of you. University of Michigan College of Engineering is only the beginning. We cant wait to share this journey with you!!Continue to follow your dreams. Loving wishes for a wonderful future Love, Grandmic, Aunt Gael, Uncle Ross, and Uncle Alan All Our Love, Gra...…
…Congratulations! cap&gown 2017 continued from page 78 Thank YOU! Mom and Dad, Thanks for your for unconditional love, support and encouragement throughout our academic journeys. We appreciate you more than words can say and couldn’t have achieved these accomplishments without you! Emma Rachel Cohen BS in Psychology, Grand Valley State, 2014 Master of Occupational Therapy, GVSU, 2017 Hannah Leah Cohen BA in Social Work, MSU, 2012 Master ...…
…&RQJUDWXODWLRQV ROEPER CLASS OF 2017! we are so proud of you and your many accomplishments as well as your acceptance to these fi ne colleges and universities! * AMERICAN UNIVERSITY ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY BAYLOR UNIVERSITY BELOIT COLLEGE BISHOP’S UNIVERSITY BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY CALVIN COLLEGE CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE CLARK UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF WOOSTER COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY COLUMBIA ...…
…Congratulations! Melissa Weiss Congratulations on your graduation from University of Vermont with your degree in Nutrition and Food Science. We are proud of your dedication, accomplishments, your strength and beauty inside and out. We are excited about your plans to return to the “D”!! We Love you, Mom, Dad, Jake & Michael Mazel Tov! Congratulations to All our Graduates! We are very proud of you and your accomplishments. Una Dworkin & A...…
…Mazel Tov! Mazel Tov! Alec Cohen Jessica Verona, Congratulations on your graduation from North Farmington! You have accomplished so much in four years and we are so proud of you! Continue to follow your dreams at University of Michigan! We love you, Mom, Dad, Drew, Carly and Bella! Mazel Tov! Allison Bloomberg “Our goal should be to live life in radical amazement.....get up in the morning and look at the world in a way that takes nothi...…
…Mazel Tov! Ian & Joey Berlin cap&gown 2017 continued from page 82 You make us proud each and everyday. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for each of you. Good luck at Oakland University and Western Michigan University. We Love You, Mom, Dad, Meredith, Nonnie, Papa and Grandma Congratulations! Samuel Ziegelman Clever, funny, sweet and smart, “You blow us all away!” “Greatness lies within…” You are our Hero! We are so proud of y...…
…Freshmen and Friday Night Dinners Core Values and Campus Involvement Lasting Friendships and Our Future Some things are simply better together. Congratulations Hillel Day School CLASS OF 2013 ALUMNI Isabella Adelson Frankel Jewish Academy Michigan State University Max Feber Frankel Jewish Academy Babson College Raphael Lame $GTMNG[*KIJ5EJQQN Wayne State University Camryn Otis Frankel Jewish Academy 9C[PG5VCVG7PKXGTUKV[ǭ *CPPCJ5VGKP F...…
…Mazel Tov! cap&gown 2017 continued from page 84 CARLY ABRAHAMS, You continue to make us proud. We have loved watching you grow and look forward to sharing in your future. GO BLUE! We love you! Mom, Dad, Lindsay, Grandma Bev, Papa How, Grandma Pleh and Papa Ken Mazel Tov! JACK, We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished. May you have a long, happy and healthy life. Good luck at Michigan. We will miss you next year! We l...…
…Mazel Tov! Congratulations! Emily Brasch Lia Brooke Forman Emily, it’s time to jump out of the nest and soar on your mighty wings. The University of Michigan is just the beginning. We love you so much and couldn’t be more proud! Congratulations on your graduation! We are all so proud of all your accomplishments and excited for you to start college where we know you will do great things. Lots of love, Mom, Dad, Alayna, Chloe, Stella and D...…
…Congratulations! Quinn We are all so proud of you and all you have accomplished. May you have success and happiness in everything that you do. Keep following your heart and dreams. The best is yet to come! We love you very much, Mom, Dad, Griffi n, Gram, Grandfather, Omi & Opa Congratulations! cap&gown 2017 continued from page 86 LEAH LANGNAS West Bloomfield High School Chamber Choir: State MSVMA Solo and Ensemble, Forensics: State In...…
…FARBER HEBREW DAY SCHOOL - YESHIVAT AKIVA PROUDLY CONGRATULATES THE CLASS OF 2017 Shlomo Benezra Tal Ershler Alex Fischer Jason Jubas Yoni Katz Josh Kornblum David Kresch Rafi Lerman Uri Lorkis Jonah Peterson Sven Skinner Asher Stein Jordan Weil Aish Gesher, Ashreinu, Keshet Yehudah, Sha'arei Mevaseret Zion, Tiferes Zion, Yeshivat Eretz HaTzvi, Yeshivat HaKotel,Yeshivat Har Etzion, Yeshivat Lev HaTorah, Yeshivat Orayta, Yeshivat Reishit...…
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…Mazel Tov! cap&gown 2017 continued from page 88 Max Sharfman Dearest Max, As you begin a new path, I wish you health, happiness and much success. I am so proud of you!! Like you forever, Love you for always Bubbi JOSHUA LICHTMAN Berkley High School National Honor Society, DECA International finalist-Stock Market Game, Bloomfield Hills Financial Stock to Scholarship essay winner, Varsity Hockey-Forward, Varsity Baseball- Centerfielder. ...…
…JODI MICHAELSON Berkley High School ELLIE MOSKOWITZ The Roeper School NHS President, Founder, Tamarack Teen Board, AP Scholar with distinction, NMSCAT hon- orable mention, Varsity Rugby, Michigan Regents Scholarship, Berkley Community Award. University of Michigan Shir Shalom Youth Group President, SSTY Social Action VP, PeerCorps men- tor and intern, StandWithUs MZ Teen intern, Third in State Forensics, Varsity Soccer Captain, Shir Shalom ...…
…Mazel Tov! cap&gown 2017 continued from page 93 RYAN, We are so proud of who you are and what you are about. Congratulations and GO BLUE! Love, Grandma Sally & Poppi Mazel Tov! Samantha Buyers We are so proud of you! May G-d’s blessings shine upon you; may all love surround you and may the light within you guide your way always. We love you so, Mom, Frederick, Nana Claire and Aunt Stacie Congratulations! Bradley Silverman We are s...…
…Congratulations! Alexis, We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished. May all your dreams and wishes come true. Go Blue! Love, Mom ,Dad, Ben, Samantha, Bubbe and Nana. Congratulations! ETHAN STAV We are so proud of the person you have become and all that you aspire to be!!! Your drive and determination will help you achieve your goals, bringing you happiness and success. Continue to make your dreams come true! We Love You!! Nana...…
…Mazel Tov! cap&gown 2017 continued from page 94 DYLAN, Congratulations on your graduation from Bloomfield Hills High School. We wish you continued success at The University of Michigan. Love, Mom, Dad, Max and Elle Congratulations! Harrison Menuck Congratulations on your graduation from Seaholm High School. You continually make us proud and we know you will excel at Indiana University!! We love you!! Bubbie Roddie and Grandpa Steve P...…
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…Mazel Tov! cap&gown 2017 continued from page 96 JOANNA WASVARY, Congratulations, Joanna! You make us proud. You accomplished so much and you did it in your own special way. We will miss your music, your games and simply, just you. Good luck at the University of Michigan! We love you, Jojo. Dad, Mom, Maggie, Eve, Teddy, Libby MAYA ROSEN LAUREN RUBY Groves High School Varsity Skate Team, Irving and Sarah Pitt Scholarship Award winner, ...…
…Congratulations! Mazel Tov! Hannah Stein Jessica Verona We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments! “Where ever you go, go with all your heart” Dear Jessica, You are our special superstar. Your accomplishments are limitless! You have always made us so proud and you’ve only just begun. Love, Mom, Dad, Mara & Odie Congratulations and all our love, Nana, Papa and Auntie Rhonda Connect with Academic Success. 46..&3130(3".4t56503*...…
…cap&gown Mazel Tov! 2017 continued from page 98 Noah Singer We are so proud of you! Work hard and keep reaching for the stars. You can achieve anything you set your mind to. We love you, Mom, Dad, Ava, and Ashley MALLORY SHAEVSKY Groves High School ANNIE MAE SILVER Berkley High School National Honor Society, AP Scholar, OAA Scholar-Athlete, Varsity Golf, JV Tennis Captain, Student Ambassador. University of Michigan Website Director a...…
…Mazel Tov! SAMMI ELKUS MAY ALL YOUR DREAMS AND ASPIRATIONS COME TRUE!! YOU HAVE BEEN A GREAT SOURCE OF INSPIRATION TO US AND HAVE MADE US VERY PROUD! GOOD LUCK AND GO GREEN! Mazel Tov! SAM BORMAN Congratulations! We are so proud of you! Love, Mom, Scott, Samantha, Harry and Blake LOVE YOU, GRANDMA JEAN, ZAYDIE AND THE LATE BOBO IRENE. Congratulations! Congratulations! Mallory Shaevsky We are so proud of you and all that you have acco...…
…Congratulations! cap&gown 2017 continued from page 100 Faren Michelle It is with great pride, pleasure and deep love that we wish to congratulate you, Faren, on your outstanding achievements! It has been an honor to be on this journey with you, as you have inspired so many with your words and actions. May your days be filled with new and exciting adventures as you discover new opportunities at Wesleyan University. We are confident that yo...…
…Congratulations! Tessa Nosanchuk We are so very proud of you. As always, you will be successful reaching every goal you aim to achieve. Best of luck to you at the University of Michigan Nursing School. You are the best! All our Love Mom, Dad, Brooke and Eddy. Congratulations! Jonah Rosen Stern You have filled our lives with so much joy and laughter. We are so proud of you and everything that you have accomplished. Believe in yourself and...…
…Congratulations! Joel We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. Be adventurous, be bold, and follow your dreams at Kettering with boundless passion. We’re so lucky to have you in our lives. Love always, Mom & Dad Mazel Tov! REED PERLMAN, Reed, We could not be more proud of you and of all your accomplishments. You have proven that hard work makes dreams come true. We wish you more continued success at Indiana University and ...…
…Mazel Tov! NATALIE HERMAN, JOANNA WASVARY Groves High School Varsity Softball, Big Brothers Big Sisters Captain, Student Council Director of Communica- tions, National Honor Society Secretary, Temple Israel graduate, OAA Scholar-Athlete, All-District Softball, Academic All-State Softball. University of Michigan ELANA WEBERMAN Bloomfield Hills High School National Honor Society, Student Leadership Senior Vice President, BBYO President Aliy...…
…cap&gown 2017 continued from page 105 ALEX WINKELMAN North Farmington High School JONAH WOLF ERIKA YELLEN National Honor Society, DECA Vice President, DECA International Finalist twice, Varsity Hockey, OAA Scholar-Athlete twice, MHSHCA Academic All-State, Link Leader, Jolson AZA, Tamarack Camps. University of Michigan National Honor Society, Friendship Circle President 11th-12th grade, Varsity Soccer, National Student Leadership Confere...…
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…cap&gown 2017 Advice To Seniors College freshmen share their best tips for a successful transition. JARED KATZ SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH NEWS M any teenagers count down to their senior year of high school. With prom and graduation, it is a fun time. Come fall, the class of 2021 will be headed off to their freshman year of college. Many students can feel apprehensive about this change. They have to learn independence very quickly. Some will b...…
