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GERSHOM SEIXAS AWARD

AnnualDinner2017Honoring

MARK E. KINGDON CC ’71Trustee Emeritus of Columbia University

Wednesday, May 10, 2017Low Memorial LibraryColumbia UniversityNew York City

COLUMBIA/BARNARD HILLELThe Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life

Columbia/Barnard Hillel The Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life

Seixas Award DinnerHonorary Dinner ChairRobert K. Kraft

Dinner ChairJonathan S. Lavine

Board PresidentStefanie Katz Rothman

Board ChairDr. Judith W. Schwartz

Executive DirectorBrian Cohen

Board of DirectorsStefanie Katz Rothman, President

Robert Bressman, Vice President

Tina Price, Secretary

David N. Weinstein, Treasurer

Dr. Judith W. Schwartz, Board Chair

Michael P. Lustig, President Emeritus

Daniel Bonner, President of Young Alumni Board

Board MembersRobert Berne*

Charles M. Chernick

Ann Dachs

Dorothy Denburg

Theodore Edelman

Allen I. Fagin

Daniel Goldberger (Observer)

Ruth E. Horowitz

Samuel L. Katz

*Honorary Board Member

Rabbi Jeffrey B. Kobrin

Lauren K. Merkin

Mia Minen (Observer)

Daniel Oppenheim

David Quintas

Michael Rubin

Marisa Stadtmauer

Becci Weiss (UJA Observer)

Our Mission: Columbia/Barnard Hillel The Kraft Center for Jewish Student LifeColumbia/Barnard Hillel is guided by a vision and a set of core values that have emerged over the years

of our history. Columbia/Barnard Hillel is the catalyst for students to explore and consciously define

their Jewish identity. Our quest is to help students, regardless of their origin or destination, find their own

interpretation of Jewish values, culture, community, and religion by empowering them to explore, learn,

and grow intellectually, spiritually, and socially. By encouraging exploration in warm and accepting

environments, we invite self-reflection and open dialogue so every student can discover their own path to

integrate being Jewish into their life choices and expressions. While our mission is constant, our methods are

defined only by the limits of our community’s imagination. We create experiences and communities focused

on social, cultural, and educational programs, social action, Israel, and religious life. We draw upon the

rigorous and intellectually exciting environment of Columbia University, Barnard College, and New York

City. In a world of abounding choices, we offer a captivating array of opportunities which engage students

in all things Jewish – fun and thoughtful – opening the door to transformational experiences. We are

passionately committed to enabling our students to meaningfully contribute to the local and global Jewish

community, Barnard College, Columbia University, and the world-at-large.

Columbia/Barnard Hillel is committed to a pluralistic vision of Judaism.

We promote Jewish life at Columbia, Barnard, and beyond, through broad programming

and a commitment to building a diverse Jewish community.

We provide a strong community that enriches the lives of our Jewish students and Columbia

and Barnard as a whole, and that enables members of these communities to come

together in a welcoming atmosphere.

We prepare Jewish students to be active and responsible members of the larger community

and prepare them to be active and engaged members of the Jewish community after they

graduate from Columbia and Barnard.

We provide a nurturing environment for Jewish students to grow religiously, spiritually,

socially, culturally, and ethically, as well as in a love for Israel and, in community with other

Jews, with respect for other faiths and a broad understanding of what it means to be Jewish.

The Gershom Mendes Seixas AwardThe Gershom Mendes Seixas Award is bestowed by Columbia/Barnard Hillel on those who have made outstanding contributions to Jewish Life at Columbia University and Barnard College.

Gershom Mendes Seixas, the first American-born Rabbi, American revolutionary patriot, and Jewish

Trustee of Columbia College, was born in 1746. His father was a Portuguese Marrano who had returned

to openly practicing Judaism, and his mother was the daughter of Moses Levy, a leader of early New York

Jewry. Although there was no rabbinical seminary anywhere in the American colonies, the young Gershom

undertook the study of Hebrew texts and, at age 23, became the spiritual leader of Congregation Shearith

Israel, the oldest synagogue in North America.

Seixas was one of the incorporators of Columbia College and served as a trustee for over 30 years. He

wrote the Hebrew oration that Sampson Simson, the first Jewish graduate of the university, delivered at

commencement exercises in 1800. In tribute to Seixas’ commitment, Columbia University issued a bronze

medal with his portrait, a replica of which has been made into the Seixas Award.

A committed patriot, Seixas refused a British order that his congregation pray for King George III. When the

British captured the city, he chose to close his synagogue and leave New York rather than give allegiance to

the King. He took the community’s Torah scrolls and prayer books to Philadelphia, where he served as the

first head of Congregation Mikveh Israel.

After the Revolution, Seixas returned to New York and participated in George Washington’s presidential

inauguration. He was the first religious leader of any faith to preach a Thanksgiving sermon. Copies of

his speech were printed in the thousands, with all proceeds benefiting the widows and orphans of the

Revolutionary War.

Gershom Mendes Seixas died in 1816 at the age of 70, a renowned leader who had promoted the

intellectual growth of his city, the nation, and Columbia. The plaque in his memory at Shearith Israel is

inscribed to the “patriot Rabbi of the American revolution.”

Mark E. Kingdon

Annual Dinner 2017 Seixas Award Honoree

Class of 1971

MARK E. KINGDON CC ’71 is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Kingdon Capital

Management and a member of the Executive Committee. He is also the Sector Head for Asia,

Emerging Markets, technology, and energy. Prior to founding Kingdon in March 1983, Mark

worked at Century Capital Associates from April 1975 to February 1983, an institutional asset

management firm, as an analyst, portfolio manager and then general partner. From June 1973

to March 1975, he was a Pension Fund Administrator for American Telephone & Telegraph Co.

Mark received a BA in Economics Phi Beta Kappa from Columbia College in 1971 and an

MBA from Harvard Business School in 1973. Mark serves on the boards of the Harlem Children’s

Zone (HCZ), the New York City Police Foundation, the Social Science Research Council, and

New York City Center. He is Co-Chair of Columbia’s Global Leadership Council, Chairman

of the Board of Directors of Columbia’s Investment Management Corporation, and heads

the investment committee for HCZ. Mark is the 2003 recipient of the Institutional Investor/

Alternative Investment News Lifetime Achievement Award.

In 2006, along with several other alumni, Mark sponsored the Institute for Israel and Jewish

Studies and the Yosef Hayim Yerushalmi Chair in Israel and Jewish Studies. He is trustee emeritus

of Columbia University and is a recipient of its John Jay and Alexander Hamilton awards.

Seixas Award Recipients

Robert K. Kraft 2001

Arthur Ochs Sulzberger 2001

Herman Wouk 2001

Dr. George E. Rupp 2002

Edgar M. Bronfman 2003

Earle W. Kazis 2003

Harvey M. Krueger 2004

Judith Shapiro, Ph.D. 2004

Michael I. Sovern 2005

Ira A. Lipman 2006

Ruth E. Horowitz 2007

Richard E. Kobrin 2007

Professor Robert Pollack 2008

Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat 2009

Dr. Allen Hyman 2009

Julius Genachowski 2010

Jay Lefkowitz 2010

Dorothy Urman Denburg 2012

Rabbi Haskel Lookstein 2012

The Honorable Judith S. Kaye 2013

Bernard W. Nussbaum2013

Jonathan S. Lavine2014

Michael P. Lustig2015

Dr. Judith W. Schwartz2015

Ronald O. Perelman2016

Mark E. Kingdon2017

Student SpotlightsEmma Barnett, BC ’19On my first Shabbat on campus, I went to a Kraft Shabbat Dinner, and was comforted by being surrounded by such a massive Jewish community. Since then, Hillel has deepened my appreciation for Judaism and has given me the opportunity

to share my culture and customs with my non-Jewish friends on campus...

...I have been fortunate to connect with my roots through Hillel’s Birthright trip and a leadership trip to Israel focused on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Hillel has provided a space to constantly think about and challenge my beliefs while hearing a variety of perspectives and opinions from others.

Michael Berkson, SEAS ’17I grew up in the Reform movement and imagined myself becoming part of that community. As soon as I arrived at Columbia, I quickly became close with students of all Jewish backgrounds. The Kraft Center provided a space for me to learn about

how others practice Judaism and to share my Jewish identity with my peers...

...My very first Shabbat during first-year orientation, I watched a performance of Pizmon, Columbia/Barnard’s co-ed Jewish a cappella group. I was immediately taken by their musicality and spirituality, but was unsure if I should audition. Four years later, I’m finishing up my college experience as Music Director of Pizmon, a group that has taken me around the world with who are now twelve of my closest friends, and without whom I would not be the person or the Jew I am today.

Rachel Blumenthal, CC ’17Coming out of a Jewish high school, I was looking to further both my academic and Jewish learning. At Hillel, I have been able to integrate my Jewish learning with my daily life. The Kraft Center provided me a myriad of learning opportunities –from

participating in nightly learning in the Beit Midrash, or attending weekly “Judaism and the Core” sessions.

Student SpotlightsJulia Crain, BC ’18Coming from a town with a very small Jewish community, the Kraft Center’s seemingly endless opportunities for Jewish engagement (various denominational services, Shabbat meals, social events, and Israel advocacy) really excited me. From going to

Israel for the first time on Birthright Israel and becoming friends with Jews of all backgrounds, to celebrating High Holidays and endless Shabbatot, Hillel has provided me countless opportunities to grow Jewishly...

...The professionals at the Kraft Center have supported me in all levels of my Jewish engagement. They have guided me in my Jewish learning, made me feel at home in the building, and encouraged me to find new ways to explore my Jewish identity. I am so grateful for my connections with them.

Dore Feith, CC ’18 The Kraft Center has provided me the opportunity to learn how to work professionally with both my peers and full-time staff members. Hillel’s professionals have given my student group, Aryeh, the resources to host exciting and interesting Israel

programming at Columbia.

Sami Frankel, CC ’19I went on an alternative spring break trip to Israel this past spring with Hillel, and it had such a tremendous impact on my life. I came back to campus feeling so refreshed and confident, with more perspective and a renewed dedication to Judaism, Israel, and

Hillel that I have carried through the rest of the semester and intend to continue into the summer, next year, and beyond Hillel.

Jordana Fremed, CC ’17I’ve learned that Judaism comes in many forms. Being Jewish can mean so many different things to students who come to the Kraft Center. During my time here, I have loved learning about how others express their Judaism in ways that differ from my own!

Student SpotlightsMarc Hersch, GS/JTS ’18The rabbinical team at the Kraft Center has taught me how to lead a community with skill and consideration, tools that have helped me become a better leader. The Campus Rabbi and the clergy interns have supported me tremendously, guided me

along the way, and inspired me to learn more...

...I am so grateful to the Kraft Center for providing me with two meaningful experiences in Israel. I would not have had the chance to tour Israel and think critically about it if it were not for the resources and communities that the Kraft Center provides.

Anna Kalm, BC ’19If I hadn’t gotten involved with the Columbia/ Barnard Hillel community, I probably would have transferred to another school. I feel so lucky to have found my space on campus here at the Kraft Center...

...Hillel manages to have professionals who both provide excellent Jewish life and growth opportunities, and a level of care and support I have not found elsewhere on campus.

Emily London, BC ’17Kesher, the Reform Jewish student group on campus, has been my rock throughout my college experience. I immediately found it to be such a warm, inviting community where I made many friends, and began to find a home at the Kraft Center.

Student SpotlightsLeeza Hirt, CC ’18In some ways my Jewish life in college is a continuation of everything I had experienced until this point. But in other ways, my Jewish life in college, fostered by the Kraft Center, is unlike anything I have experienced before. Through the Kraft

Center, I have come to learn about, appreciate, and experience so many other expressions of Judaism with students from backgrounds very different from my own. This has enriched my Jewish life and identity in ways I never anticipated...

...In addition to finding my place in Hillel’s religious communities, I have also found a home in Hillel’s Israel-related groups, specifically in Aryeh: Columbia Students Association for Israel. The work I have done with Aryeh has been some of the most meaningful work I’ve done during my time at Columbia.

Ayelet Jacobson, BC ’19After my first semester freshman year, I was hooked. Everyone I met at Hillel was warm and welcoming. At first, my relationship with Hillel consisted of Friday night services, but soon developed into much more. Hillel has taught me how to stand up

for what I care about and has enabled me to put myself out my comfort zone...

...On the holiday of Simchat Torah this past fall, I finally felt completely at home within the Jewish community at Columbia. Every year, hundreds of Jewish students walk from the Kraft Center to Low steps, where we join together to dance and celebrate the holiday. I found that being with our Jewish community at the center of our greater university community was something very special that I did not want to take for granted. It was an experience that made me feel like I belonged.

Aaron Liberman, CC ’19While I remain engaged in Jewish Orthodoxy, I have also been lucky enough to become involved in groups and communities that I had not originally planned to associate with. The Kraft Center—constantly abuzz with the myriad of religious and

social groups that call it their home—proved to be the perfect place to explore new interests and engage with people with whom I otherwise would not have interacted.

Student SpotlightsNathan Rosin, CC’18The Hillel community here is special in that it brings surprisingly disparate parts and diverse identities together into a complex and cohesive Jewish experience. As a student leader in the greater Columbia community, I take inspiration from

Hillel’s unparalleled success of dually embracing individual experiences and building tight-knit community. As I approach the formidable task of continuing to build a strong and connected community at Columbia, I look to Columbia/Barnard Hillel as a guide.

Noa Shapiro, BC ’19I never expected to find such a warm community that welcomed me in the way that the Kraft Center did. Upperclassmen reached out to me beginning on my first day on campus, and Hillel professionals encouraged me to take on leadership roles

throughout my time here.

Ilana Solomon, BC ’19Going on Birthright Israel with Hillel connected me with students who were Jewish, but not necessarily involved in any sort of Jewish organization or community. It does not have to be an organized event, but more just finding people I enjoy

spending time with.

Student Leadership2016/2017 Student Executive Board

Thank you to the students, staff, and board leadership for an incredible year.

Congratulations to

Mark E. KingdonWe look up to you for your leadership

and support across the university

Tess Cersonsky (SEAS ’17) Vice President, Groups

Noah Zweben (SEAS ‘17) Vice President, Engagement(2016)

Noa Shapiro (BC ‘19) Vice President, Engagement (2017)

Shoshana Edelman (BC ‘18) Vice President, Programming

Talia Rubin (CC ‘18) Treasurer

Dylan Cooper (BC ‘18) Communications

And Mazel Tov to the incoming Student Executive Board: Talia Rubin (CC ’18), Perry Kerner (CC ’18), Elena Caminer (BC ’18),

Jenna Bergmann (BC ’18), Cecilia Sena (CC ’19), and Adin Goldstein (CC ’18)

David Quintas (CC ‘18) President

Senior Fund

The 2017 Columbia/Barnard Hillel

S EN I O R F U N Dwould like to thank all the

students and parents who have generously donated to the

Kraft Center and Jewish Life on Campus.

The funds will go towards underwriting Class of 2021 programming throughout the year, creating a legacy for outgoing seniors

to impact incoming first-years.

Yadin Koschitzky (GS ’17)Co-Chair

Emma Sukenik (BC ’17)Co-Chair

Beth Green (BC ’17)Committee Member

Jordana Fremed (CC ’17)Committee Member

Brett Krasner (GS/JTS ’17)Committee Member

Chava Lansky (BC ’17) Committee Member

A portion of the funds will be dedicated in memory of Daniella Moffson z”l

Thank You to

PIZMONFor performing at tonight’s event

Meghan Siritzky (BC ’17)Michael Berkson (SEAS ’17)Ilana Schwartz (GS/JTS ’19)

Jake Wasserman (GS/JTS ’18)Samantha Barnes (GS ’18)

Adam Alpert (CC ’19)Yaffa Fogel (BC ’17)

Jonathan Kapilian (SEA ’20) Yaffa Muhlbaum (GS/JTS ’20)

Avidan Halivni (CC ’19)

Rachel Kastner (BC ’19)Michael Kirschner (SEAS ’20) Ilana Sandberg (BC/JTS ’18)

Young Alumni

Congratulations to

Mark E. Kingdon You are a role model for the Young Alumni Community

Daniel Bonner (Chair)

LeeLee Borzak

Aviva Buechler

Hattie Danziger

Anna Etra

Aryeh Goldstein

Tali Herenstein

Jordana Kaminetsky

Seffi Kogen

Gavriel Metzger

Mia Minen

Lily Mintz

David Offit

Avi Okon

Daniel Oppenheim (Chair Emeritus)

Toby Osofsky (Chair Emeritus)

Erin Perzov

Jeremy Ruberg

Ron Shapiro

Abigail Skoff

Emily Steinberger Weg

Michael Topol

Sarah Weiss

To learn more about Columbia/Barnard Hillel’s Young Alumni Community, please visit: https://columbiabarnardhillel.org/alumni/youngalumni/

This April 2017, alumni, students, staff, leadership, and community members gathered together to usher in this beautiful Torah. It was a meaningful and joyful day that began with the carrying of the Torah from Earl Hall – where Jewish life was previously centered – to the Kraft Center, the beautiful

home that has housed and allowed Jewish life to grow and flourish over the past several years.

This Torah will allow the Kraft Center to continue to enhance Jewish life at Columbia University.

THANK YOU

Special Thank YouTorah Dedication

Thank you to

ERIC AND TAMAR GOLDSTEIN AND FAMILY for generously donating a Torah to the Kraft Center.

Columbia/Barnard Hillel • The Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life • SEIXAS AWARD DINNER

PLATINUMPLATINUM

Mazel tov to

Mark KingdonThank you for all you have done to support Columbia University, Israel, and Jewish life on campus

Jonathan and Jeannie Lavine


PATRON


PATRON

Eric S. GoldsteinChief Executive Officer

Jeffrey A. SchoenfeldPresident

Robert S. KapitoChair of the Board

UJA-FEDERATION OF NEW YORK Is PROUD TO JOIN COlUmbIA/bARNARD HIllElIN COmmEmORATINg THEIR 2017 ANNUAl DINNER

AND HONORINg

Mark E. kingdon with the Gershom Seixas Award

for his extraordinary commitment to serving our community.

Your dedication inspires us all.


PATRON

Thank you to Brian Cohen and the staff at

The Kraft Center for all that you do for Columbia

and the Jewish community

Mark E. Kingdon and Anla Cheng Kingdon


GOLD

In honor of

Mark Kingdon

Bob Berne


SAPPHIRE

Proudly Supports


SAPPHIRE

Congratulations Markon Receiving the

Seixas Award

Cheryl and Philip Milstein


SAPPHIRE

Mazel Tov to

Mark E. KingdonThank you for your support of

important initiatives at the The Kraft Center and Columbia University.

Thank you to Brian Cohen and the rest of the Kraft Center team

for your inspiring work.

Tina and Steven Price


CHAI

A Special Mazal Tov to

Mark E. Kingdon on this most deserved honor and for your

continued support of initiatives which strengthen student life on campus.

Rachel Brody (BC ’87) Michael Lustig (CC ’86) Helena Lustig (BC ’20)


CHAI

We salute

Mark Kingdon for his extraordinary support

of Columbia and so many other worthy causes.

Tamar and Eric Goldstein


CHAI

Mazel Tov to

Mark Kingdon,on this well-deserved honor.

Thank you for the time and dedication with which you have served the

Columbia/Barnard Hillel community.

Marisa and Richard Stadtmauer


PALLADIUM

Honoring the vision and generosity of

Our Founders in all we do.

A Friend


PALLADIUM

BOIES SCHILLER FLEXNER

BOIES SCHILLER FLEXNER LLP

Congratulations Trustee Emeritus Mark Kingdon on receiving the Seixas

Award.

575 Lexington AvenueNew York, NY 10022212 446 2300www.bsfllp.com


PALLADIUM

Congratulations to our honoree

Mark E. KingdonYour support is greatly appreciated.

To StefanieCongratulations on an amazing second year as Board President!

Special thanks to

Executive Director Brian Cohenand the entire staff of

the Kraft Center.You continue to provide the best “home away from home”

to the students of the Columbia/Barnard Hillel.

Judy Schwartz and Michael Brizel


PALLADIUM

Congratulations to

Brian Cohen and the entire Hillel team

for their extraordinary level of commitment, talent and

hard work this year!

Ann (BC’81, CLS’85, P’17), Jonathan (CC’80, P’17), and Julia (BC’17) Dachs

Columbia/Barnard Hillel • The Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life • SEIXAS AWARD DINNERColumbia/Barnard Hillel • The Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life • SEIXAS AWARD DINNER

PALLADIUM

Mazel Tov to

Mark E. KingdonThank you for giving back to the

community in so many ways. Your leadership and service

are an inspiration to us.

Ruth Horowitz and Family


PALLADIUM

We are grateful to Columbia/Barnard Hillel for continuing to enrich our lives and enhance our

Jewish experience for three generations.

We are delighted to join the Columbia community in honoring

Mark E. Kingdonfor his commitment to

Columbia/Barnard Hillel.

Valerie and Allen Hyman (CC ’55) Joshua Hyman (CC ’85, P&S ’90)

Jacob Hyman (CC ’19)


PALLADIUM

Congratulations to

Mark Kingdon and a special kol hakavod to

Brian Cohen,who runs a tight ship and has

enriched the lives of thousands of Columbia/Barnard students.

Jay and Elena Lefkowitz


PALLADIUM

In honor of the dedicated

Staff, Board of Directors and Students

at Columbia/Barnard Hillel

In honor of

Mark E. Kingdon An extraordinary leader and role model

Ezra (CC ‘76), Lauren, Yael (CC ‘07), Jenny (CC ‘09), Sophia (CC ‘11), and

Gabriel (CC ‘16) Merkin


PALLADIUM

Thank you to the leadership and staff of the

Columbia/Barnard Hillel for enhancing Jewish life on campus.

Congratulations to

Mark E. Kingdon for receiving tonight’s Seixas Award.

Steve and Eve Milstein


PALLADIUM

Congratulations

Mark E. KingdonYou are an inspiration for

Columbia University’s young alumni.

Daniel Oppenheim (Law ’02)


PALLADIUM

Congratulations to

Mark E. KingdonOn this meaningful honor

With gratitude to the Columbia/Barnard

Hillel StaffFor your hard work and dedication to

Jewish life on Columbia’s campus

Stefanie Katz Rothman and James Rothman


PALLADIUM

Congratulations Mark!

Thank you for everything you do for Columbia.

All the best, Esta Stecher


The Wagner Family Foundation is proud to honor

Columbia/Barnard Hillel and our dear friends,

Mark E. Kingdonand

Jonathan S. LavineSILVER


BRONZE

To the entire

Columbia/Barnard Hillel Staff,Thank you for your tireless work in building a warm and welcoming Jewish community on campus.

Your dedication continues to impact the entire Columbia community.

To Mark E. Kingdon,We congratulate you on this honor.

Thank you for your generosity and leadership.

With gratitude, Amy & Robert Bressman

BRONZE


BRONZEBRONZE

Congratulations to

Mark E. Kingdon on this well-deserved honor

Many thanks to all of the students, board members and others who make

Columbia/Barnard Hillel a beacon of the Jewish community at Columbia and throughout the world.

Sharon and Chuck Chernick


BRONZEBRONZE

A Salute To

Columbia/Barnard HillelAnd

Its HonoreeMark Kingdon

On Their Good Deeds

Lee and Toby Cooperman


BRONZEBRONZE

Congratulations to

Mark E. Kingdon and Yeshar Cochachem

to the Leaders, Administrators and Staff of

Columbia-Barnard Hillel

Jewel and Ted Edelman and Family

Columbia/Barnard Hillel • The Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life • SEIXAS AWARD DINNERColumbia/Barnard Hillel • The Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life • SEIXAS AWARD DINNER

Tonight We Honor

Mark E. KingdonRecipient of the Seixas Award

A generous philanthropist, prominent business leader and

wonderful friend

Thanks for all you do for Columbia University

Congratulations! Ann Kaplan

BRONZEBRONZE


Maplelane Capital, LLC

BRONZEBRONZE


Congratulations and thank you to our dear friend

Mark Kingdon for your steadfast commitment to

Columbia/Barnard Hillel

Jennifer and Marc Lipschultz


In honor ofMark E. KingdonThank you for your

generous support ofColumbia/Barnard Hillel

Deborah Gahr and Roy Pomerantz (CC ‘83)


In appreciation for your continuing work in

supporting and protecting Jewish life and values

and for the fight against antisemitism on campus

Maynard and Judith Rabinowitz


Congratulations to the

Columbia/Barnard Hillel

on the very important work you do

To

Mark E. KingdonAnd to our daughter in law

Jocy London (CC ’06)

for her great vision & drive to create something

unique & special for the benefit of the students who walk through the doors of Columbia/Barnard Hillel

Renée & Steven Adelsberg & Family

Congratulations to

Mark E. Kingdon on the Seixas Award.

Thank you for your extraordinary leadership.

Lisa Carnoy CC ’89


Compliments of Gloria and Richard Kobrin

Congratulations to our friend

Mark Kingdon

Jane and Daniel Och


The Tananbaum family applauds

Mark Kingdon for his unwavering dedication

to Columbia University and Hillel.

Through the work of the Kraft Center for Jewish Life,

thousands of students have made this Hillel their home away from home.

Your generosity and commitment to the

Columbia/Barnard Hillel is a great inspiration for

future generations.

Warmly, Andrew and Dorothy Tananbaum

JoBeth (Tananbaum) Abecassis ’07

CONGRATULATIONS AND

THANKS, MARK!

Michael Rothfeld


In honor of

Mark E. Kingdon and

Columbia/ Barnard Hillel

as well as all who help make it the wonderful

institution that it is.

Judy and Morris Tuchman

With gratitude for the Amazing Staff and Programs of Columbia/Barnard Hillel

Judy and Philip Wilner (CC’79, P&S ’83)


Mazel Tov

Jocy! We are so proud of you.

Raquela & Avi

Thank you to all the wonderful staff at

Columbia/Barnard Hillel for all you do for our children!

Jonna Gaberman and Bruce Wintman


Thank you, Ann Dachs (B’80) for all your hard work!

Arthur Adler and Adrienne Cooper

Mazel Tov to Mark Kingdon for your continued support of Columbia-Barnard Hillel and Columbia University!

Maggie, Daniel, Clara, & Eli Goldberger

Hillel (Howard) Wallick, CC’79, GSAPP’86 Wallick Communities: Affordable Housing and Assisted Living, wallick.com

Congratulations Mark!

From your Fraternity Brother, Fred Kushner

In honor of Jocelyn London, Director of Development, for her sincere passion and talent in creating a wonderful Hillel tribute.

With love and respect...your siblings, family, and proud parents

With gratitude to those who do the work of building Jewish communities, from Elisheva Urbas and David Morris.


Lisa & Michel Amzallag

Jacqueline Bruskin

Drs. Mort and Esther Fridman

Beri and Saul Kravitz

Norbert Schachter

Robert and Stacey Zuckerman

Robert and Stacey Zuckerman

Beri and Saul Kravitz

Norbert Schachter

Drs. Mort and Esther Fridman

Ronit and Dov Lederer

Jacqueline Bruskin

Columbia/Barnard Hillel 2017 Staff Brian Cohen

Executive DirectorCarrie Darsky

Assistant DirectorYonah Hain

Campus RabbiJames Levin

Chief Operating OfficerJocy London (CC ’06)Director of Development

Noam FriedmanJLIC Rabbi

Allie Conn KanterDirector of Engagement

Elan KramerFirst Year Engagement Fellow

Jaimie KrassIACT Coordinator

Hela LaharDirector of Israel Education

Elizabeth LebeauxDevelopment AssociateDeb Pollack (BC ’16)

Office ManagerAmaury PerezSuperintendent

Mila ReznikovBookkeeperPedro Rios

Front Door ReceptionistShana Zionts

Director of Student Life

Rachel Blumenthal (CC ‘17)Fall/Winter Special Events Intern

Elli CohnClergy Intern

Jordana Fremed (CC ’17)Spring Special Events Intern

Goldie Guy (BC ’12)Clergy Intern

Joshua JacobsGraduate Student Life

CoordinatorAmanda Phillips

Jewish Experiential Education Intern

Dan RossClergy Intern

Jessica ZweigSocial Work Intern

AcknowledgmentsAction Graphics

Graphic Design and PrintingAtlas Floral DecoratorsFloral Design and Linens

Jonathan HeislerPhotography from Hillel

Yossi HoffmanPhotography at Seixas

HonorcraftSeixas Award and Medallion

Andy McCarthy and Starlight Productions, LLC

Video Production

One Dream Sound A/V and Lighting

Ram/Foremost CaterersCatering

Special Thanks to RSEvents – Renee S. ErreichThank you to the student volunteers for enhancing the evening.

COLUMBIA/BARNARD HILLELThe Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life606 West 115th Street | New York, NY 10025 | columbiabarnardhillel.org

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