BRONFMANCENTER
The Bronfman Center for Jewish Student Life at NYU

 

Bronfman Center Alumni



Bronfman Center Alumni Board

The 2008-2009 Alumni Board members are:

Co-President: Jonathan Pulitzer, Stern 2005
Co-President: Josh Borenstein, CAS 2008
VP for Strategy: Jeff Selinger, Stern 2004
Development Chair: Justin Goldberg, Stern 2004
Budget Chair: Raphi Toubian, Stern 2006
Student Liaison: Liz Marcovitz, CAS 2005
Co-VP for Event Planning: Will Yagoda, Stern 1999
Co-VP for Event Planning: Lindsay Katona, Gallatin 2007
President Emeritus: Michael Aingorn, Stern 1997

Upcoming Alumni Events

The Bronfman Center Alumni Board hosts a number of events all over New York City throughout the academic year. Our fall 2008 events:

  • Saturday, December 20: Party at Hiro Ballroom on the night before Hanukkah! Starts at 10 pm, reduced cover is $10 ($5 of which will be donated to the Bronfman Center!). Just mention Bronfman or Hillel at the door. Hiro Ballroom is located at 371 West 16th Street, between 8th & 9th Aves.
  • Sunday, December 21: Fire & Ice: Ice Skating, Menorah Lighting, and Jelly Donuts at Bryant Park! 3 pm – 5 pm, ice skating is free, skate rental is $12. Suggested Bronfman Center donation is $10; make your gift by clicking here. Menorah lighting will take place at 4:30 in the NE corner of the park. Here’s a map to help you find us.
Stay tuned for the spring 2009 calendar of events!

Sign Up for the Alumni Network Listserv

Through the Alumni Network listserv we'll keep you informed of upcoming Bronfman Center and NYU young Jewish professional alumni events. You'll also receive our semesterly Alumni E-Bulletin, containing Bronfman Center news and updates from your fellow alums. You wouldn't want to miss that! Sign up for the Alumni Network Listserv here.

The Bronfman Center Alumni Circle

Members of the Alumni Circle are committed to supporting the future of the Bronfman Center. Members receive benefits including:

  • VIP invitations to major Bronfman Center events and exclusive receptions
  • An annual members-only reception with a member of the Bronfman Center Executive Committee, Edgar M. Bronfman or Naomi Levine
  • The NYU Alumni Card, allowing access to the Torch Club, three visits to Bobst Library, one visit to an NYU gym, and discounts at the NYU Bookstore, Computer Store, Skirball Center for Performing Arts, and Ticket Central, among other benefits.

Contact Bronfman Center Director at 212-998-4117 or david.rittberg@nyu.edu to find out how you can become a member of the Circle.

We Want to Hear About YOU!

Did you get a new job? Find your bashert and get married? Bring a cute little bundle of joy into the world? Move to a new city? We'd love to hear about what you've been up to since graduation! We can even share your simchas with the rest of the Bronfman Center alumni community in our twice-yearly Alumni E-Bulletin. Please email david.rittberg@nyu.edu with anything you'd like to share with us or your fellow alumni.

NYU Connections

NYU offers many opportunities for alumni to stay involved with their alma mater and participate in programs and events exclusively for alumni:

  • The Young Alumni Leadership Circle (YALC) provides an opportunity for young alumni from the entire University community to network, socialize, and build relationships with other NYU leaders through exclusive events and meetings. (The best part ¨C your YALC gift can be designated to the Bronfman Center!)
  • The Recent Alumni Network is a free listserv of NY-area events for alumni who want to maintain their connection to the University.
  • The NYU Alumni Card gives you access to Bobst Library, the Torch Club, NYU gyms, and numerous discounts.

Make a Donation



Online
Gifts can be made by credit card online here.

By phone
Pledges and gifts can be made by phone by calling David Rittberg at 212-998-4117.

By check
Gifts sent by check should be made out to the Bronfman Center and sent to:
The Bronfman Center
7 East 10th Street
New York NY 10003

Double the Impact of Your Gift You may double or triple the value of your gift to NYU if your company has a matching gift program. For a list of participating companies, click here.

Opportunities for Giving

Your gift to the Bronfman Center will have a direct impact on the lives of NYU's Jewish students. There are countless opportunities for giving at all levels, including Shabbat dinners, educational programs, community building, Israel trips, service opportunities, leadership training, and so much more. Annual gifts can be designated for a Bronfman Center program of your choosing. Naming opportunities are also available for gifts of $100,000 or more. Please contact David Rittberg at 212-998-6843 or david.rittberg@nyu.edu for more information.

Tribute Gifts

Gifts sent in honor or in memory of someone are acknowledged with a beautiful tribute card. Gifts in honor or in memory of someone should be given by check or phone, and please be sure to include their name, address, and tribute information.

Planned Giving

NYU's development team is available to consult on opportunities for planned giving including gifts of assets, real estate, or insurance. Please contact David Rittberg at 212-998-4117 or david.rittberg@nyu.edu for more information.