YU Sacks-Herenstein Center

Shavua tov and a happy Hanukkah! This week we honor the bravery of our heroes, from the times of the Maccabees to the present day. They are our light. Shoutout to Leadership Scholar Ayelet Friedman, our Bright Spot of the week! Read here: bit.ly/491lDbH

Shavua tov. “Our Australian Sacks Research Scholar and Azrieli student, Rabbi Alon Meltzer, serves as Associate Rabbi of Mizrachi Synagogue in Sydney, and shared this link to raise funds to help the victims of the Bondi tragedy and their families: charidy.com/supportsydney."

Check out Dr. Shira Weiss’ conversation with Sacks Book Prize finalist, Sarah Hurwitz on her new book, As A Jew: Reclaiming Our Story from Those Who Blame Shame, and Try to Erase Us. yutorah.org/lectures/11572…

This Saturday night, don’t miss Dr. Erica Brown in conversation with Sacks Book Prize finalist Marc Shapiro at the Kingsway Jewish Center! Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/DzMgF9ipaa

Shavua tov! It’s hard to believe that Hanukkah is almost upon us. May this holiday bring light, joy, and a sense of both physical and emotional security to all. Thank you to former Impact Scholar Oyindamola Jemilawon for being our Bright Spot! Read here: bit.ly/4pUkYQf

For the first time ever, join us on December 10 for The Comedy Conundrum—a unique event featuring Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Yaakov Neuburger and comedian Dovie Neuburger. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind dialogue! *Open to Yeshiva University students only.

It’s almost Thanksgiving! If you weren’t able to make it to Rabbi Dr. Mordechai Schiffman's “Growing Gratitude” book launch last night, you can catch the recording here: youtu.be/xDKHPnyxv8M

Listen to Dr. Shira Weiss’ conversation with Sacks Book Prize finalist, Professor Marc Shapiro on his new book, Renewing the Old, Sanctifying the New: The Unique Vision of Rav Kook yutorah.org/lectures/lectu…

Shavua tov! As we enter the season of gratitude, let’s also remember the power of sincerity. Just a thought for the next time we each say the two simple words: “thank you.” Shoutout to Charli Ernstein for being our Bright Spot of the week! Read here: bit.ly/4ojH8dA

It was a privilege for our Leadership Scholars to hear from Marc Rosenberg of Nefesh B'Nefesh last night! We learned so much from your insights and experience. And a shoutout to Rachel Amar for leading the discussion!

Shavua tov! November is National Novel Writing Month — a project that requires serious discipline. It’s the perfect moment to reflect on the kind of discipline we would like to instill in our lives. Read here: bit.ly/4oRZlQC Special shoutout to Leora Muskat!

In case you weren't able to attend Dr. Erica Brown's meaningful and inspirational shiur in honor of Rabbi Sacks' fifth yahrtzeit, "Rabbi Sacks on the Joys and Dangers of Leadership," you can listen to the recording here: youtu.be/9Y5ydJa8toI

Get into the Thanksgiving spirit with “Growing Gratitude: Torah Perspectives on Cultivating Character,” a book launch for The Torah of Character with Rabbi Dr. Mordechai Schiffman! Join us on Zoom next Monday, November 24, at 8 PM. 🍁🍂🦃 Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/juA0NWk8Q4

Last night, our Leadership Scholars had the honor of hearing from Mrs. CB Neugroschl, Head of School at Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School, who shared powerful insights on vision and education. Thank you to Miryam Bat-Tzion Atik for leading the conversation!

Our Leadership Scholars spent an incredible Shabbaton in Stamford, CT exploring “The Power of Moments” — discovering how to find, shape, and share them as leaders. Huge thank you to everyone who made it unforgettable! ✨ #Leadership #Inspiration #Community #Shabbaton

This Monday, November 10 at 8 PM EST — join Dr. Erica Brown for an online shiur commemorating the fifth yahrzeit of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks zt"l. Register here: lnkd.in/eyr42qhx

Like our ancestors before us, we often turn to Psalms as a source of comfort and a means of deliverance from our distress. Make sure to vote if you haven’t yet! Read here: bit.ly/3JCJndt Thank you to our Rohr Scholar, Maayan Kahan, for being this week's Bright Spot!

Calling all YU undergrads! Make this winter break unforgettable — spend it giving back, making lifelong memories, and exploring Israel. 🌍❤️ ✨ Create an impact. ✨ Connect with the land and the people. ✨ Experience Israel like never before. apply: yu.edu/sacks-winter

Shavua tov! This is a monumental week for all of us, especially New Yorkers. We may not be able to control the future, but we do have the power to vote. Thank you to Bat-Tzion Atik for being our Bright Spot of the week! Read more: bit.ly/48Jeb6G

It has been 5 years. Join us for a meaningful zoom shiur on November 10 at 8 pm EST for a tribute to Rabbi Sacks on his 5th Yahrtzeit. Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/VcL2FrUfiy