I am proud to be an alum of an institution like hebrew union college-JIR which prepares its students to create those pathways into Jewish life with an eye toward inclusion, curiosity, and creativity

My five years at Hebrew Union College were tremendous. I loved my classmates. I met my husband. My professors were outstanding and remain my mentors and trusted confidants to this day. The learning was challenging and inspiring. Our practical learning in the field was invaluable. During my four years stateside as an hebrew union college-JIR student, I served as a congregational intern at two large synagogues, a hospital chaplain, a student rabbi for a small pulpit, and a research assistant to Dr. Eugene Borowitz. The variety of these experiences launched me with enough confidence into the rabbinate to allow me to build upon and grow into the profession. This career is a work-in-progress where experience in the field is paramount, but having the credibility of learning and knowledge of tradition afforded by the years in the classroom at Hebrew Union College proved critical.

I’m very grateful to Hebrew Union College for providing me with tremendous colleagues who have offered support and advice.

Describe hebrew union college in one word: Greenhouse or in Hebrew, חממה.

I was inspired to become a Rabbi at Hebrew Union College because it offered a variety of paths into the rabbinate. While in training I served in congregations, hospitals and in non-profits. The experience of learning shaped my vision in becoming a congregational rabbi.

The reason why I am able to be a pioneer in nonbinary liturgy is because of the work that I did as a student at Hebrew Union College

The EMA program reminded me that I am a lifelong learner. Try to stay open to what the journey holds. Stay true to the mission and be open to what the mission looks like in today’s constantly changing world

Academically, I’m fascinated by the Hebrew Bible, and I care deeply about promoting positive and informed relationships between Jews and Christians.

I am still doing management work and now use the finance side of my Zschool education, working with small businesses who don’t have full-time bookkeepers. It’s the perfect partner for Jewish nonprofits and the perfect transition from the work I was already doing