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Rabbi Joel and Jenny Finkelstein

Rabbi Joel grew up in West Hempstead, NY. He earned his degree in History and Jewish Studies from the University at Buffalo. Inspired to work in the Jewish community, he then served as a Program and Engagement Associate at Mizzou Hillel as part of the Springboard Fellowship. Wanting to delve deep into Torah, Rabbi Joel went off to learn at Aish, Sh'or Yoshuv, and the Yeshiva of Greater Washington’s Zichron Amram Kollel. In his free time he loves to go for walks with his family and enjoy a sefer with a great view. Jenny grew up in Newton, MA and studied kinesiology at the University of Michigan. She then went to Neve Yerushalyim in Jerusalem to learn for a year before pursuing her masters degree in elementary and special education at John’s Hopkins University. While teaching in... Read More
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A JLIC Purim Crossover Story
From Brandeis to Tel Aviv: Purim Unity Across Continents with JLIC Purim, the festive Jewish holiday celebrating the salvation of the Jewish people from the hands of the villainous Haman, is not just about dressing up in costumes and indulging in sweets. It’s a time of unity, giving, and spreading joy. This year, the JLIC
Unity and Support: A JLIC Rabbi’s Personal Account from the Frontlines of Gaza
In the midst of conflict and hardship, stories of unity and support often emerge as beacons of hope. Rabbi Ariel Cohen, The JLIC Rabbi at Brandeis University and an IDF Commander, shares his firsthand experiences during the war in Gaza. The following is a summary of his experiences that he shared during a presentation given
JLIC at Brandeis Update
Things have been busy for Rabbi David and Ariel Pardo, JLIC educators at Brandeis University.  Since hosting all of Alpha Epislon Pi, AEPi (An international Jewish Fraternity with a chapter at Brandeis) for dinner, a few of the brothers have started coming to Shachris on a consistent basis, and others have been seeking the Pardos out.