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[JSA/Hillel] ASHLEY FOR JSA-UW PRESIDENT
by Ashley Faintuch 21 Apr '09

21 Apr '09

Hi Everyone, I hope you all have voted in the JSA elections, and if you havent, then are planning to. Voting goes until April 30, and you can vote at www.jewishwinnipeg.org/jsa. I am running for President at the University of Winnipeg, and know I can lead JSA to new heights. I am currently a very active member and hold the position of Holocaust, Human Rights and Antisemitism Chair. I am an extremely active member and participate in almost all JSA programs as well as attend most Jewish community events, often representing JSA. I am a very big fan of social programs and activities, as that was my reason to join JSA, and plan to have tons of fun and exciting programs, such as: pub nights, havdallah and movie nights, and hookah in a sukkah, to name a few. Israel is also a big deal, and close to many of our hearts, planning Israel programs whether it be speakers or fun activites is on my to do list, and will hold a Yom Ha'atzmaut party. I will make sure that there there is no anti israel or anti semetic hate and posters on campus, and if there is will be pro-active and fight it as well as table. Human rights is a priority on my list. Earlier this year I successfully planned a sold out human rights event titled "Voices of Victims...Generations of Genocide" where we brought in Keynote speaker and 1994 Rwandan Genocide Survivor Eloge Christian Butera. I will make sure such human rights violations are known and have a program similar, as human rights is important to all of us. Social Action and Tikkun Olam is also important, it is a good feeling we get inside when we give back and help those less fortunate. Next year I think a blood drive for Canadian Blood Services should be done at least two times, as well as other programs which raise awareness, give back, or fundraise for a cause. Partnerships are huge, I personally have formed 5 partnerships this year with various student groups at both the University of Winnipeg and Manitoba, and plan to maintain these partnerships as well as form new ones. These partnerships help get JSA's name out (and in a positive way) and we meet new people and make new friends. With such diverse partnerships if JSA hosted (or co-hosted) programs, we can get great program turnouts, and even learn about these student groups, what they stand for, their values, beliefs and soemtimes culture, and while learning about them, teach them about us. This can eliminate any racial stereotype, and help lead us to a friendlier more welcoming campus. I also promise to fight as hard as I can to try and get us a real JSA room, this room is important to many members, and I want a room just as bad as you: a quiet safe place to socialize, study, meet new friends or sleep. I know space at U of W is limited, but I will make sure the UWSA knows how much we want and need the room, and get that on their radar! First years will also feel welcome, because I will make sure that people give them a warm welcome to JSA, and that they do not feel uncomfortable coming to a program or to bagel days (and this is not only first years...but anyone). If you have any questions, comments, or just to talk please email me at ashleyfaintuch(a)gmail.com or contact me on facebook. While your at it, dont forget to join my facebook group http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/group.php?gid=71382316395&ref=mf Vote for me! Ashley Faintuch

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[JSA/Hillel] Support our Jews Students on Campus....
by Samantha Loxton 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

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[JSA/Hillel] JSAy
by Jordyn Lerner 05 Mar '09

05 Mar '09

Hope everyone has had an uneventful IAW. For more information on the unfortunate event, check out the latest issue of JSAy. *('.')* JORDYN LERNER *('.')*

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[JSA/Hillel] spread the word
by Samantha Loxton 02 Mar '09

02 Mar '09

https://www.aspercampus.mb.ca:4433/owa/redir.aspx?C=9f0be7735bf8410a9ed8931…<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FArWa7B5y0s&eurl=http://www.peaceoncampus.ca/>

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[JSA/Hillel] More Hummus, Not Hamas
by Jordyn Lerner 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

Since 2005 there's been some miseducation happening on campus. Israel Apartheid Week (IAW) is an annual campaign to link the democratic state of Israel with the apartheid of South Africa. The campaign includes speakers, displays and films. It is March 1-8. This year, IAW will be held in over 30 cities. Canadian venues include Edmonton, Halifax, Hamilton, Kingston, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver and Waterloo. Though Winnipeg is not officially included in the event, the JSA will be actively promoting Israel at UofM and W. JSA has tables booked and will be showcasing films, presentations and informational display boards. The information presented each day will build upon the information presented the day before to give students a more comprehensive understanding of the situation. Students are invited to take a moment between classes and stop at our tables – they’re not your usual pro-Israel display. This campaign is fresh. Rather than promote the cultural, technological and environmental achievements of Israel, JSA will use a new strategy. “More Humus, not Hamas” is only one of the new slogan that is sure to have students give Israel another look. The JSA is asking you, the Jewish representitives on campus, to help with this campaign by volunteering your time in planning and/or sitting at tables from any time 10:00am to 3:00pm on March 2-5th. IAW and anti-Israel sentiments on Campus are very real! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOIjuB6Gpww&feature=related *('.')* JORDYN LERNER *('.')*

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[JSA/Hillel] TAGLIT-BIRTHRIGHT SUMMER TRIPS
by Samantha Loxton 23 Feb '09

23 Feb '09

Due to the overwhelming response this round, Taglit-birthright Israel will be closing for Summer 2009 trips on Friday Feb. 27 @ 9am EST. Note that applicants who have begun an application but not completed it will not be able to make their trip choice after this time.

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[JSA/Hillel] Bathtub prooject and IDf Soldiers are coming to town
by Samantha Loxton 22 Feb '09

22 Feb '09

The IDF Soldiers will be in the peg from March 10 - 12th. We have a free lunch on Wed. March 11th at U of W... room TBD from 12:30 - 1:30 and Bowling Par - ty at Uptown Bowling for free with snacks on March 11th from 8 - 10:30pm. More information, contact; Samantha Loxton @ 918.2358. Remember the Bathtub project is at U of W and U of M this week. U of W Monday and Tues. and U of M, Wed and Thurs. We are requesting any donated clothes, books, baby stuff, household objects... to be donated. All items will be donated to the Osborne house to supports women and their children who are victims of domestic violence. The bathtub will be at u of w in front of the info booth and at u of m in front of the Tim Horton's first floor at University Centre.

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[JSA/Hillel] Interfaith Shabbat!!!!!!!!!!
by Jordyn Lerner 05 Feb '09

05 Feb '09

Shalom JSA, Just a reminder that tomorrow in our annual Interfaith Shabbat. This event is going to be huge. Everything is in place. The tour, service, and mostly importantly the food is all good to go. All we need is you. There are a few tickets still available. Call 227-4422 for more info. L'heetraot, *('.')* JORDYN LERNER *('.')*

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[JSA/Hillel] JSAy
by Jordyn Lerner 02 Feb '09

02 Feb '09

Hey guys,To keep everyone in the know, we've developed our very own newlsetter, JSAy. JSAy is the place where JSA can have its say.Feel free to respond with any feedback.*('.')* JORDYN LERNER *('.')*

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[JSA/Hillel] Birthright.... Israel for Free.
by Samantha Loxton 28 Jan '09

28 Jan '09

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