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Dedication proposal for the new Chabad Jewish Student Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
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WHaT MakeS a WaRM JeWiSH HoMe aWay fRoM HoMe?
Is it a gathering place for people with common interests? Is it fueled by a yearning to belong or a longing to grow with others? Is it defined by a rabbi, an agenda or one’s level of observance? Chabad on campus was born out of these questions. The answer to this began in the fall of 2005 as a small hub of Jewish life in the living room of Rabbi Mendel and Henya Matusof ’s home. Today the answers continue to grow as we build this most beautiful Jewish home away from home for thousands of UW students.
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The University of Wisconsin is a huge school, bursting with academic and social opportunities which can sometimes be overwhelming. Chabad’s homey environment gives us the support and community we need, while strengthening our Jewish identity. — Erica A.
THey aRe oUR fUTURe. We CReaTe THeiR HoMe. THiS iS oUR ReqUeST foR yoU To JoiN US.
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Home to 4000 Jewish Students CHABAD
Chabad at the University of Wisconsin offers a wide array of Jewish cultural, religious, academic and social programs for the entire undergraduate and graduate student communities.
STANDARD ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
SHaBBaT & HoliDay DiNNeRS A warm environment and delicious food create the perfect setting for Jewish students to celebrate.
HoSpiTal ViSiTaTioNS Rabbi Mendel and Henya can be counted on 24/7, in moments of crisis or need.
Daily ClaSSeS aND STUDy gRoUpS From Talmud to Kaballah, the wide array of classes offered runs the gamut of Jewish learning.
alUMNi pRogRaMMiNg Connecting young professionals around the country to their local Jewish community
leCTUReS oN JeWiSH TopiCS Various scholars share and educate, catering to student interest and current events.
HUMaNiTaRiaN aND pHilaNTHRopiC iNiTiaTiVeS Raising money for various causes and providing volunteer opportunities for students.
BiRTHRigHT iSRael TRipS Through a ten-day journey through Israel, participants renew their sense of Jewish identity.
JeWiSH liBRaRy Hundreds of Jewish texts to read, study, and reflect upon.
STUDeNT CoUNSeliNg A listening ear and a cup of tea go a long way in easing stress and anxiety.
SoCial eVeNTS Young Jewish people making friends in various enjoyable settings.
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Timeline FALL 2005 Rabbi Mendel and Henya open their campus apartment to students FALL 2006 growing in popularity, Chabad moves to a larger apartment, accommodating up to 40 students at weekly Shabbat dinners FALL 2007 Chabad hosts 150 students for the high holidays in a tent on the premises SUMMER 2008 Rabbi Mendel leads his first Birthright trip to israel with UW students WINTER 2009 The completely renovated Rohr family Chabad Jewish Student Center is opened to overflowing crowds
FALL 2010 75 students are enrolled in a variety of weekly courses in Judaism SPRING 2011 450 students celebrate passover at Chabad’s warm and meaningful Seders FALL 2011 Chabad dedicates a new Torah scroll with a ceremonious procession through campus FALL 2013 Chabad hosts it first gala dinner in downtown Milwaukee attended by 300 friends and supporters WINTER 2012 Chabad illuminates campus with the Chanukah lights, distributing 800 Menorah kits and hosting 21 parties at various dorms and fraternities.
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Chabad at the University of Wisconsin-Madison people RaBBi MeNDel aND HeNya MaTUSof were both raised in Chabad families which instilled within them a passionate drive to love every Jew unconditionally. from a young age, they both new they would one day build a community which would eternalize the teachings of the lubavitcher Rebbe, of blessed memory. They yearned to bring a sense of Jewish pride to the Jewish people – no matter their background or affiliation. along with their sons, Hirshel, Shlomo and levi, the Matusof family have transformed their home into the heart of Jewish campus life, where all students regardless of background are excited to connect to their heritage in a fun and meaningful way. They are proud to have invited thousands of students into their home, marked with its warm, loving and welcoming trademark.
plaCeS founded in 1848, the University of Wisconsin-Madison is a highly regarded public research university with an enrollment of 43,000 students. The UW-Madison is also known for its substantial Jewish student population from all over the country, estimated to be about ten percent of the entire student body. The UW-Madison was recently ranked as one of the happiest colleges in the U.S., and no doubt, Jewish life plays a role in that.
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“Judaism that is taught and practiced with the unconditional love and spiritual depth of Chabad, is the Judaism I want to be a part of.” —Alexis R. pHiloSopHieS founded over 200 years ago, Chabad-lubavitch is the most dynamic force in Jewish life today. The Hebrew name “CHaBaD” is an acronym for CHochmah (wisdom), Binah (understanding) and Da’at (knowledge). The movement’s philosophy thus teaches understanding and recognition of the Creator, the role and purpose of creation, and the importance and unique mission of each creature. “lubavitch” is the town in White Russia where the movement was based for more than a century. appropriately, the word lubavitch means the “city of brotherly love,” conveying the essence of the responsibility and love for every single Jew engendered by Chabad philosophy. The movement is guided by the teachings of its seven leaders, beginning with Rabbi Schneur Zalman of righteous memory (1745–1812). in our generation, Rabbi MenachemMendel Schneerson of righteous memory (1902–1994), known simply as “the Rebbe,” guided Jewry to safety from the ravages of the Holocaust. Motivated by his profound love for every Jew and spurred by his boundless optimism and self-sacrifice, the Rebbe set into motion a dazzling array of programs, services and institutions. Today 4,000 emissary families direct more than 3,300 institutions dedicated to the welfare of the Jewish people worldwide.
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We’Re gRoWiNg HoMe 14,000 Sf | liBRaRy STUDeNT STUDy CeNTeR | SoCial Hall koSHeR STUDeNT HoUSiNg | gUeSTRooMS
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“RaBBi MeNDel aND HeNya HaVe CoMMiTTeD THeiR liVeS To oUR yoUTH, iNSTilliNg WiTHiN THeM JeWiSH pRiDe, eNSURiNg a JeWiSH ToMoRRoW.” —DaViD C.
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dediCation & endowment opportunitieS Campaign objective 3,300,000 ❑ Campus dedication. . . . . Reserved $1,000,000
❑ Sukkah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000
❑ Social hall . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reserved $750,000
❑ outdoor Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000
❑ library/Sanctuary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $250,000
❑ kiyor – ritual handwashing Station $10,000
❑ Student Study Center. . . . . . . . . . . $250,000
❑ mezuzah (15) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000
❑ kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reserved $75,000
❑ main entrance/ lobby . . . . . . . . . . . $50,000 ❑ rabbi’s Study/office. . . . . . . . . . . . . $36,000 ❑ handicap accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000
DONORS TABLET In addition to the dedications outlined above, an elegant “Donors Tablet” – prominently acknowledging the generous support categories described below – will be a permanent fixture of beauty and tribute in the new Chabad Jewish Student Center.
❑ aron hakodesh (torah’s ark). . . . . $25,000
Builder— $10,000
❑ Guest rooms (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000
pillar— $7,200
❑ main entrance mezuzah . . . . . . . . . $18,000
BriCk— $5,400
❑ outdoor Student lounge/ porch . . $18,000 ❑ Bima . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reserved $10,000
tree of life— $3,600 Chai Supporter— $1,800
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