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In Parker Weber’s own words: “USY is meaningful to me because I love playing a role in growing the teens to be phenomenal leaders. This year, I was able to watch the CHUSY Regional Executive Board, a majority of whom had not held leadership positions before, navigate the challenges and responsibilities of being on board Continue Reading »
Hey USY! For this edition I want to explain where the idea for the second half of Sa/To, Tikkun Olam comes from. Tikkun Olam translates to “repairing the world”. While this might seem simple enough, it is actually a Kabbalistic (mystical) idea about the reason God created humans. The idea is that when God created Continue Reading »
Hey everyone, As we approach Passover, it’s not just about the matzah and the maror—it’s about the story behind them. The Passover story isn’t just an ancient tale; it’s a living narrative that speaks to us today, especially as members of USY. Think about it: the Israelites, our ancestors, were enslaved in Egypt, yearning for Continue Reading »
Hey USYers, As the vibrant hues of spring emerge and the scent of renewal fills the air, I am excited to welcome another edition of this newsletter. With the blossoming of flowers and the lengthening days, we are reminded of the beauty and promise that accompanies the arrival of this season. Moreover, as Pesah approaches, Continue Reading »
Shalom and Purim Sameach from USY, In the spirit of Purim, I invite you to embark on a journey of self-discovery and introspection, exploring the theme of masks – both literal and metaphorical – that play a central role in the Purim narrative and resonate deeply with our own lives. Just as we don colorful costumes and Continue Reading »
The Purim holiday is told to us as a fairy tale. We have the king and queen who rule the land, the king throws a big party and disposes of his current queen. After this occurs we see a beauty pageant take place to gather all of the pretty girls in the land. The winner Continue Reading »
Hey USY! I’m your international Sa/To and today we are going to be seeing which region recycles the most. By regions I mean the states that the regions are a part of. In order to see which region recycles the most, we will go by the percent of their waste that they recycle. First off, Continue Reading »
I believe that Judaism is a religion based on belief. Judaism is a monotheistic religion with a belief that there is only one God. It is one of the first things a Jewish child is taught, when we learn to say the Shema, שְׁמַע יִשְׂרָאֵל יְהוָה אֱלֹהֵינוּ יְהוָה אֶחָד Listen Israel, the Lord our God, Continue Reading »
Shalom! We are thrilled to welcome you to the first edition of our newsletter, a vibrant tapestry of news, insights, and exciting happenings within our USY community. As we embark on this journey together, we invite you to explore thoughtful insights into Judaism, stay aware of the dynamic developments in Israel, and dive into the Continue Reading »
Hey USYers! We know that the war in Israel is very hard for our entire community. If you need any support the International board members and staff are always there to talk along with your regional and chapter staff. It is important to show our support for Israel in this tough time. There are a Continue Reading »
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