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Two weeks ago. Ms. Beth Goldman, the director of New York Legal Assistance Group, and mother of Joseph Solomon ('17) addressed the talmidim regarding her career in the law, ranging from prestigious judicial clerkships, private practice, public service (Ms. Goldman served as Commissioner of the City of New York in the Bloomberg administration), and finally, in the non-profit sector, where she oversees the administration of desperately needed legal services to underprivileged New Yorkers. In her talk, Ms. Goldman emphasized three critical points concerning selecting  and navigating a career: first, choosing an area which speaks to one's  interests and passions; second, the need for excellent training in that area, which she received in her early years in private practice; and finally, the need for integrity in all of one's professional decisions.

Last week, our graduating seniors heard from OU-JLIC representative Rabbi Shalom Axelrod regarding the opportunities which are available both in Israel and the United States of America on college campuses which the OU makes available to college students across the country.  Thank you to Dr. Garry Katz, director of College Guidance, for coordinating this element of the program.

Two TABC students have recently had essays published in a college publication.  The Hofstra University: Peter S. Kalikow Center for the Study of the American Presidency annually publishes a book of essays by students in AP high school classes for American History or Government. This year's topics revolved around the president's inauguration. Shmuel Adler '18 of the AP American History class wrote an essay on the question: Did President Donald Trump's inaugural address focus on principles that unify the American people, as inaugural speeches traditionally do? Why or Why not? Yaakov Miller '17 of the AP United States Government and Politics class wrote his essay on: How can the Trump White House and media develop a cooperative relationship to convey information to the American public? 

What an exciting afternoon it was!  Rabbis Adler, Yablok and Jachter joined alumni for a midtown Manhattan Lunch and Learn this past  Tuesday.  Graciously hosted by Yitz Rosenberg '99 in the offices of Greystone Corp. In a beautiful conference room with a breathtaking view of Central Park and its majestic surroundings, alumni had the opportunity to hear Rav Adler deliver an inspiring analysis of the Kedusha of Yerushalayim.  Presented in Rav Adler's inimitable manner, there were even some light moments fondly reminiscing of days at TABC.  In one memorable moment Noam Block '04 presented an insight from Rashi he learned from a wonderful shiur he enjoyed at TABC.  The topic was most timely, presented on the eve of this special Yom Yerushalayim, during which we thanked Hashem for 50 years of Yerushalayim's reunification.  The  learning was superb,  lunch was plentiful and delicious and the feeling of warm camaraderie was palpable.  We thank Yitz Rosenberg for facilitating, together with Rabbi Jachter, yet another meaningful alumni experience.  

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NORTH AMERICAN JERUSALEM CONTEST

Congratulations to Eitan Leff for placing 15th nationwide in the Jerusalem Contest. Beginning in September, Eitan had to master topics in astronomy from both Torah and physics sources. He successfully navigated weekly exams, a mini-research project, a power-point presentation, as well as a final exam. We can be assured of great accomplishments coming from Eitan in the future. We are very proud of him.

TWO TABC ALUMNI ARE YU VALEDICTORIANS

Congratulations to Shua Katz '11 and Akiva Marder '13 who were valedictorians at this week's Yeshiva University commencement ceremony. You may enjoy this article about them and their fellow honorees.

This past Thursday, the College Guidance Department held its annual Spring College Fair for juniors and their parents.  The program began with brief presentations from all colleges in attendance and was followed by three round-robin sessions. This year's fair was attended by twenty-five colleges from as far north as Massachusetts and as far south as Maryland.  The attendees even hailed from an international school in Israel.  The schools that presented included: Princeton University, The Cooper Union, Binghamton University, Brandeis University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Maryland, New York University, City University of New York (The Macaulay Honors Program, Queens College, Baruch College, Hunter College, City College and the College of Staten Island), Rutgers University, Lander College for Men (Division of Touro College), University of Massachusetts Amherst, SUNY Albany, Yeshiva University, Bergen Community College, The Technion and IDC Herzliya. The night was informative and helpful to students and parents as they research colleges.