SoulStrings Issue 3 2019

The Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson
זצוקללה”ה נבג”מ זי”ע
Dear Friend,
The college years offer endless opportunities
and challenges. Students can travel
abroad, study every discipline, and forge
new and lasting friendships. But what about
their Jewish identity? What about Jewish
life and community?
Thankfully, #ElonJews can count on an
extensive assortment of activities and resources
to help them connect with their
Jewish identity and heritage. At Chabad,
students find Torah classes, Shabbat and
Holiday celebrations, community and joy.
They can access mentorship, a listening
ear and a caring heart, without fear of judgment
or alienation.
Students are empowered to ask the hard
questions and probe deeper into themselves,
their surroundings and their values.
Chabad Elon was founded in 2015,
guided by the Rebbe’s boundless
love and teachings, which are an
endless source of inspiration and
guidance.
A WORD FROM THE DIRECTORS
They meet over their common bond to our
timeless tradition, and together they elevate
themselves and one another.
Thank you for being their indefatigable ally
and staunch supporter. We, as well as the
students, are thankful to have your friendship
and care.
With tremendous gratitude
for your support,
Rabbi Mendy & Rivka Minkowitz
HANA HOFELD ’22
EVANSTON, IL
Chabad at Elon is home to me and many
other Jewish students. It is a place that you
always leave feeling better about whatever
is affecting you in your life. Whether you go
for the food, the homey feeling, or the people,
there is no doubt that having a Chabad
as strong as Elon’s is a game-changer.
Chabad is the definition of unconditional
giving. Rabbi Mendy and Rivka along with
their wonderful, adorable kids create such a
welcoming atmosphere, allowing students
to make it their home away from home.
Chabad serves as a break from reality.
During any stressful week, I look forward
to the next time I get to schmooze with an
awesome group of people on Friday for a
fun themed Shabbat.
HEAR IT FROM A STUDENT
Chabad is an outlet for me to help keep my
Jewish heritage alive and growing in the
hectic world of college. It is a place where
I can go to further my Jewish education
through Sinai Scholars, a course in which
we not only discuss Jewish ideas and traditions
but are given a chance to ask the
hard questions, leading us down the path to
understanding the deeper meanings behind
it all.
Chabad is the chance to step up and hold
leadership roles. Together with Rivka, I
have had the opportunity to create a weekly
meeting that fosters a strong support system
where we discuss hot topics and what
it means to be a woman in Judaism.
Chabad is the place I turn to in a time of
hardship. This semester wasn’t the easiest
for me. After struggling for the first few
months, I turned to Rabbi Mendy & Rivka,
who completely shifted my outlook on my
challenging time.
Judaism and Chabad is the place I turn to
for guidance, love and learning. The abundance
of knowledge and support that exists
within the Chabad community is tremendous.
I truly can’t imagine my college experience
without Chabad.
“Judaism and Chabad is the place I turn to
for guidance, love and learning.”
I will forever be extremely grateful to the
#ElonJews community, Rabbi Mendy and
Rivka, and Judaism for guiding and making
me the person I am today.