Letter from Dr. Marvin Schick about Legislation to Accommodate Kosher College Students (1967)

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Letter to R. Blau about Student Choosing Out-of-Town College Community (1963)

Dear Rabbi Blau: This time I am turning to you for a favor. One of the young men of my congregation, who is a rather good student but whose record is not good enough to get him into the top level colleges such as Harvard or Columbia, is interested in attending a school out-of-town, one with a good reputation and preferably one that has a special department for Business Administration. Naturally, being an observant young man, he is looking for a place where there is an active Jewish community, where there are facilities for kashruth and other observances, as well as a social life. Perhaps you could help me by making some suggestions. It is quite imperative that I get the information as soon as possible so that he will be able to fill out applications.I look forward to hearing from you.Sincerely,**RABBI NORMAN LAMM**

Yavneh Student Group

Letter from Mrs. James Meyers about Kosher Accommodations for Barnard Students (1967)

Dear Dr. Lamm: In reply to your letter of April 27th, I can only say that the preference system, which was worked out by the student government, cannot be changed at this late date. I am well aware of the problems being faced by students observing the dietary laws of Judaism because this question has come up repeatedly. However, Barnard chooses not to make special provisions for any student on the grounds of religion. After room selecting next week, if the Jewish students who need cooking facilities have not been able to secure rooms in 616 West 116th Street, I will try to see to it that they get rooms in the Fairholm, which does have kitchen facilities.Very sincerely,Mrs. James F. MeyersDirector of Residence and College ActivitiesEYM:dcw

Yavneh Student Group

Letter from Herman Wouk about the Value of Yavneh (1968)

Dear Norman: Thanks for your letter. I regard Yavneh as a seed that may become a great oak. It's not easy to recognize such seeds, and one can always be wrong. So I don't blame other laymen for not yet sharing my enthusiasm and faith. But I'll try to convey these to others, when a chance comes along. Marty is one in a million and typifies the best of Yavneh. Cordially, Herman Wouk

Yavneh Student Group