JAB annual dinner features Kaskeset performance
from Boaz Berkowitz '98

On March 16, Jewish Alumni of Binghamton -- The Cultural Connection (JAB) held its Fourth Annual Reunion Dinner on Manhattan's Upper West Side. More than 130 alumni from all over the country and as far away as Israel came in for the event to enjoy a catered dinner and musical performance.

Memorabilia and pictures from Binghamton adorned the walls as alumni shared nostalgic memories and recent experiences among the many friends, both old and new, in attendance. "It is always a great joy to be with the members of one's college community and to realize that the bonds we have transcend time," said Rich Solomon '82.

This year also marked the first in which Binghamton University's student Jewish a cappella group, Kaskeset, performed at the annual event. The ensemble received outstanding applause. The students surprised everyone by including past Kaskeset members attending the dinner in some of their songs.

"I had a wonderful time at the reunion and the Kaskeset performance was wonderful. The music really added to the night!" said Adam Rosen '98, who flew in from Cleveland for the event. "And I loved the gift we were all given," he added, referring to the limited-edition Binghamton mug specially designed for the event.

The event also included an appeal by co-chair Avi Schwartz '95, encouraging alumni to continue their financial support of the University. "The University needs our support this year more than ever," Schwartz said during the meal, referring to the series of anti-Semitic incidents the University was faced with this year. If you are interested in learning more about JAB or in contributing to improve the situation on campus, please visit JAB's website at www.jabonline.org. Hope to see you at the next event!

Upcoming Alumni Events

Saturday, May 5

Potomac Alumni Network

The Potomac Network of the Binghamton University Alumni Association would like to invite you and your family to a reception and outing to see the Baltimore Orioles take on the New York Yankees on Saturday, May 5, 2001.

Game time is 1:35 p.m. at Camden Yards. Cost is $25 each and includes lunch, soda and beer at the pre-game reception and game ticket. The reception will be held at the Garden Terrace at Camden Yards. The reception begins at noon and ends at game time.

Sunday, May 6

Philadelphia Alumni Network

Join fellow alumni and their families for a fun-packed day at the Philadelphia Zoo. For the price of general admission, you can enjoy a fun-filled day at the zoo with the added treat of a private picnic on one of the two beautiful lawns located in the heart of the zoo's plush gardens. The picnic is sponsored by the Alumni Association. Adult admission is $10.95 and children are free.

Wednesday, May 23

Atlanta Alumni Network

The Atlanta Alumni Network is sponsoring a get-together at Bahama Breeze on Haynes Bridge Road in North Point from 5 to 9 p.m. The Alumni Association will provide appetizers.

Thursday, May 31

School of Management Golf Tournament

The third annual "Dean's Metro New York Alumni Challenge" will be held at the Shackamaxon Golf and Country Club, Scotch Plains, N.J. (908-233-1300) on Thursday, May 31. Cost per golfer is $190 and includes food and beverage, driving range, greens fees, cart, hors d'oeuvres, open bar and prizes. Cost for hors d'oeuvres and open bar (non-golfers only) is $30 per person. This event is the School of Management's largest annual fundraiser. Net proceeds benefit the school's programming.

For more information on these and other alumni gatherings,

check out the Alumni Association's Alumni Events Calendar.