Midwood JSU Leadership Board
Learn more about your Jewish Student Union leaders to get to know them better :)
Deborah Zeleny
Position: President
Grade: Junior (class of 2023)
Hobbies: Dance, Tennis, Journalism
Fun Fact: Started the nonprofit organization School Made Easy!
Favorite JSU Event: JSU Presidents Conference
Looking forward to: Next Step Summer Internship Program in Israel
Being involved in JSU since the 6th grade has truly made it one of my favorite activities. I'm so happy to be able to lead this club, create fun events, and be able to connect with all of you. If you ever want to reach out about anything feel free to reach out to me!
Philipp Rivkind
Position: Vice-president
Grade: Junior (class of 2023)
Hobbies: Swimming, Biking, and Skiing
Fun Fact: ?
Favorite JSU Event: Ice Skating and NY Leadership Conference
Looking forward to: Future baking events
Joining the JSU club I was able to feel like I'm part of this growing family. We are all so different yet we share so many similarities it just brings the club together. The people of the club made all the JSU events so much better.
Kelly Mordekhaiev
Position: Media Coordinator
Grade: Sophomore (class of 2024)
Hobbies: Baking and hanging out with friends
Fun Fact: I hope to one day go sky diving, parasailing, and bungee jumping since I love adrenaline-filled activities. I could spend eternity at amusement parks like six flags.
Favorite JSU Event: Hanukkah Party
Looking forward to: Future Six Flags Event
Once I've joined this club in freshman year, I've felt like a part of something. I enjoy being a part of the team and constantly learning new things in every one of our fun meetings!