About Chabad at Wake Forest University
In a Nutshell:
Chabad is your Jewish home base at Wake, a place where every Jewish Deac is family.
Our Mission:
Since 2019, Chabad at Wake Forest has been a home away from home for hundreds of Jewish Deacs during their college years and beyond. Whether it’s joining a Shabbat dinner, lighting the menorah on the quad, exploring your Jewish identity, or simply having a shoulder to lean on, we are here for you. Every student is welcome, regardless of background, affiliation, or level of observance.
The Jewish Deac community is joyful, vibrant, growing, and proudly Jewish. Hundreds of students take part in Chabad each week and help make the beautiful Jewish Deac family what it is.
Meet Your Chabad Team
Rabbi Levi and Shaina Gurevitz
Co- Directors
Chabad Executive Board
Lila Goldstein ‘26
President
Michelle Martinkov ‘26
Zoe Panzer ‘26
Emily Gizersky ‘26
Ben Esser ‘26
Jacqui Gorfin ‘26
Andrey Ismail-Zade ‘26
Samantha Dorfman ‘27
Ben Sharon ‘27
Gabi Yankovski ‘27
Lexie Horizon ‘27
Chabad Advisory Board
Maya Roth ‘27
Reagan Sommers ‘28
Andrew Abeles ‘28
Meryl Katz ‘27
Hayden Liberty ‘28
Lindsay Fritz ‘27
Justin Laing ‘28
Sloane Simon ‘28
Zachary Greene ‘27
Gabriel Gelfenbein ‘28
Aria Baken ‘27
Hannah Greenberg ‘28
Sarah Kastell ‘27
Gabi Weinstein ‘28
Jackson Winthrop ‘27
Henry Ranani ‘28
More about Chabad
What is Chabad?
Chabad is a home away from home for every Jewish Deac.
Is Chabad for me?
Chabad is for any and every Jewish student, no matter your background, beliefs, or level of observance. If you enjoy great food, meaningful conversations, and a warm, welcoming community—Chabad is for you.
Are there any requirements to come to Chabad? What about a dress code?
None at all. As Chabad’s motto goes, zero pressure, total pleasure. Just come as you are and enjoy.