We had a fantastic time on campus, where we met many new Jewish students who have recently joined UIS. We are thrilled about the exciting programs we have planned for the future with the students!
This year at the State Fair, our visiting "Rabbis in training" met dozens of fellow members of the tribe visiting the fair from far and near!! Some Jewish men even put on Tefillin for the first time in their life!
We had an amazing Chanukah celebration on Sunday in front of the Old State Capitol, with special guest, Senator Dick Durbin joining us to kick off Chanukah with a grand Menorah lighting.
Chabad of Springfield hosted a special Farbrengen and Hakhel gathering to celebrate the spiritual significance of Yud Tes Kislev, also known as the Rosh Hashanah of Chassidism.