The Yom HaShoah Vigil is an annual event at the University at Albany, coordinated by the University at Albany Hillel. As this year’s Jewish Life Chair, the event is under my direction. The 24-hour vigil allows the campus community the chance to examine different ways to connect to the Holocaust; I strongly believe that in order to never forget the atrocities of the Holocaust, it is important for each person to find their own way to connect with it personally.
One of the most infamous residences in the world is currently at the center of an intense worldwide debate. Austrian historian Andreas Maislinger is gathering support for his own idea that would transform it into a place of learning and positive action.
University of Albany students participate in Hillel's Yom HaShoah vigil. Photos courtesy UAlbany Hillel.
Larry Ginsburg is a sophomore at the University at Albany, studying Anthropology and Judaic Studies. He is actively involved on campus, serving as UAlbany Hillel's Jewish Life Chair. Larry also serves as a local youth adviser through NCSY, and is the director of programming, education and the 'Counselor in Training' Program at the aforementioned Camp Givah.
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