10/13/2026
It's hard to believe that a week has already passed since we took down our sukkah.
As we reflect on Sukkot, we're filled with gratitude for everyone who helped make the holiday so meaningful. Thank you to the students who built the sukkah, planned programs, and showed up throughout the week; to our partners; and to the alumni, parents, and community members whose generosity made it all possible.
While the sukkah may be a temporary structure, it creates something lasting: a dedicated space where Jewish students can celebrate, learn, and build community together. At the same time, it reminds us that our community grows stronger when we open our doors to others. This year, more than 100 students and campus community members joined us in the sukkah, helping make the week a true celebration of Jewish joy, hospitality, and belonging.
A special thank you to our sponsors, in-kind donors, and partners:
The Handwerker family,
Jen Litwin
Avi Spodek
Dean Weiss
Leia Zeitlin
Lily Glushakow-Smith
Karen and Michael Kurland
Shmuel Fisher
UMBC Facilities Management,
UMBC Office of Sustainability
Retriever Essentials
Adamah on Campus
And a HUGE thank you to Amira Handwerker '28 for spearheading the design and construction of our brand new sukkah!
