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Rav Daniel & Jasmine Peled-Schwartz

Rav Daniel and Jasmine share a passion for Torah and community building, and are excited to serve the Columbia/Barnard community as JLIC co-directors! Daniel grew up in Newton, MA. He learned at Yeshivot Maale Adumim and Har Etzion and then studied philosophy and Arabic at Princeton. Daniel recently completed his rabbinical studies (semicha) at RIETS after learning on YU’s campuses in New York and Jerusalem. Daniel loves hiking, skiing, and nerding out about public transportation. Jasmine grew up in Los Angeles and then went to Princeton, where she studied computer science and philosophy. After graduating, she moved to Washington, DC where she worked for the Department of Defense and then in tech. Jasmine has spent the last two years learning Torah at Yeshivat Drisha and Nishmat. She lov Read More
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Rabbi Daniel and Jasmine Peled-Schwartz to Join as New Co-Directors of JLIC at Columbia/Barnard
JLIC at Columbia University and Barnard College is pleased to announce that Rabbi Daniel and Jasmine Peled-Schwartz will be joining as the new co-directors, effective Fall 2025. The couple will succeed Rabbi Elie and Tamar Buechler, building upon the strong foundation established during their tenure to further support and nurture the vibrant Jewish community on
From Tzfat to Columbia: Students Discover Kabbalat Shabbat’s Hidden Depths
Students at Columbia University and Barnard College recently had the opportunity to dive deep into the mystical dimensions of Kabbalat Shabbat through an enlightening three-part series led by JLIC Director Rav Elie Buechler. The series, initiated by student request, offered a fascinating exploration of the hidden meanings behind one of Judaism’s most beloved prayer services.
Friendsgiving: A Beacon of Community and Gratitude on Campus
When challenging times threatened to divide, JLIC at Columbia University and Barnard College created a powerful moment of unity. Led by Rav Elie and Tamar Buechler, Friendsgiving emerged as a testament to resilience, community, and hope. This year, on Sunday November 24th, marked the second annual Friendsgiving, an event born from the tumultuous landscape of