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Board of Directors

The Towson University Hillel Governing Board is a group of dedicated volunteers (alumni, faculty, students and community members) who further the mission and work of Towson University Hillel. Board members are selected for their specialized knowledge, experience, skills and desire to enhance Jewish life for Towson University students. The roles of the Board are to hire and oversee the work of the Executive Director, provide guidance to the staff, help set policies, ensure the fiscal health of the organization, serve as a connection between TU Hillel and the community, and connect with students.

BOARD CHAIR
Matthew Lipsky ‘96

VICE CHAIR
Emily Levin

TREASURER
Neal Shaivitz ‘96

SECRETARY
Sheryl Cooper

IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR
Adam Baumwald ’00

PAST CHAIR
Craig Lestner ’99

BOARD MEMBERS
Zachary Ament ‘12
Larry Amsterdam
Michelle Damareck ’97
Deena Dermer
Abram Fox (faculty)
Barry Gittlen (faculty)
Jonathan Havens Esq.
Dov Hoffman ‘10
Judy Macks (faculty)
Austin Nusbaum ‘08
Michael Schwartzberg ‘94
Diane Seegull
Jacob Simone ‘11
Jodi Teitelman ’20
Jacob Wolf ’09
Ellen Kahan Zager

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES
Brett Gelfand
Jenna Heisman
Sydney Marantz
Aliya Smelkinson
Chad Suissa

Rosh Hashanah Packages

A TU Hillel Tradition

With just weeks until the start of the 2023-2024 academic year, and just over one month until Rosh Hashanah 5784 it’s the perfect time to order your Towson University Hillel Rosh Hashanah Package(s)

These packages are a great way to share the love with student(s), friends, family, and neighbors, all while supporting TU Hillel!


NEW for 5784!

Support older adults in need in our community through TU Hillel’s partnership with Jewish Community Services (JCS) by purchasing a Rosh Hashanah Package!

Packages gifted to local adult clients of JCS will bring great joy and sweetness to them during the holiday; as many of them are isolated and without family nearby.