Yom Kippur

President Holley continues the College’s Yom Kippur tradition

President Holley continues the College’s Yom Kippur tradition

Guests were treated to a catered dinner featuring fresh rolls, melon, berries and bagels with lox after receiving an invitation from President Danielle R. Holley to break the Yom Kippur fast together. 

Students and staff entered the Willits-Hallowell Conference Center on Monday, Sept. 25, with Jewish Student Union co-chairs Nina Baran ’25 and Jennifer Garcia-Isabel ’24 leading the “brakhot” — blessings to acknowledge being in community and gratitude for the food about to be eaten. As dinner began, Holley gave a short speech, introduced herself and spoke with each table of guests as they ate. 

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President Tatum reinstates College Yom Kippur tradition

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President Tatum reinstates College Yom Kippur tradition

On Wednesday, Oct. 5, students, faculty members and their families walked the path to Interim President Beverly Daniel Tatum’s house to break the Yom Kippur fast. As people trickled in, Tatum personally introduced herself to each person in attendance. Guests were then treated to a dinner that featured bagels with lox, apple cider in wine glasses and fresh fruit. During the meal, people sat at dining room tables, lounged on couches and perched on folding chairs.

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