On Saturday, June 13, Beth David’s Luncheon Speaker Series will feature Rabbi Jared Anstandig; he and his wife Sarit are the JLIC couple at Binghamton University. “What is JLIC? When was it founded? What is its mission, and how does the JLIC couple – who is chosen to engage with a university community – tailor its programming to enhance the particular features and culture of an individual campus? When it comes to Jewish life at BU,” organizers said, “many of us are impressed with the variety of options available for students. In addition to the welcoming atmosphere that our local synagogues offer to students, we may have heard of Chabad and Hillel, but where does JLIC fit into this panoply of resources? We are honored to have Rabbi Anstandig, JLIC director at Binghamton, as our luncheon speaker. He looks forward to answering all our questions, and to telling us everything we want to know – and more – about JLIC! The title of his talk is ‘Coffee, Community, and Connection: Reflections from Campus Life.’” 
A native of West Bloomfield, MI, Anstandig studied at Yeshiva University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Judaic studies and biblical studies, a master’s degree in Bible, and his rabbinical ordination. Prior to his position at Binghamton, he and his wife lived in Toronto, where he served as a rabbi at Shaarei Shomayim Congregation. They also taught Judaic studies at Bnei Akiva schools, and both worked as JLIC directors to build a community for university students who lived in the “down south” part of Toronto. Anstandig also served as a reservist and 1st lieutenant in the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps. The Anstandigs live in the community, along with their four children.
Beth David Synagogue’s Shabbat services commence at 9:30 am, with the luncheon and program following the conclusion of services. Its continuation relies on the generosity of contributors. Donations to the Luncheon Fund are welcomed and appreciated, and can be made in honor or memory of a loved one, or to mark a special occasion. Acknowledgments can be sent by including the necessary information. Donations can be sent to Beth David Synagogue, 39 Riverside Dr,, Binghamton, NY 13905, Attention: Luncheon Fund.