During my time at NYU as an undergrad, I strived to search for a community where I felt I belonged. As a former member of Tamid, an alumni of AEPi and a supporter of pro-Israel advocacy groups on campus, Jewish life was my calling. When I arrived at law school, I strived to continue that relationship. With that said, I look forward to continuing my involvement with the Jewish community by serving as a JLSA Co-President!

Hi! My name is Marissa Cohen, I graduated from Tulane University for undergrad, and I'm a 2L at Cardozo School of Law. I think that in a new school or environment, Jewish culture is so important to help unite people and help them make new friends. JLSA is the perfect organization to continue bringing Jewish people together. I'm excited to continue being a part of the board this year to enhance the Jewish community at Cardozo.

My name is Ilona Ehrlich and I am rising 2L at Cardozo Law School. I am from Old Westbury, New York. I graduated from the University of Maryland with a BA in History and Jewish Studies in 2020. During my time at the University of Maryland, I was very involved with Hillel, and I am excited to continue serving as a leader and fostering relationships in the Jewish community at Cardozo. As the Vice President of JLSA this year, I hope to build lifelong friendships with my fellow peers and initiate more in person events for our organization.

I'm Justin Gendler, a rising 3L from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. For me, starting law school meant moving to a new state where I didn't know many people. Jewish student groups like JLSA have been key in making my transition a smooth one. As Co-President of JLSA at Cardozo, I'm committed to building a sense of community at our school and helping other students feel welcome.

My name is Rachel Gershengoren and I am rising 2L at Cardozo Law School. I am from Long Island and I graduated from Lafayette College with a BA in English Literature and Government/Law. During my time at Lafayette, I was Vice President of Hillel and very involved in the interfaith community. I look forward to continuing my involvement in the Jewish Community at Cardozo and at large.

My name is Elysa Zebersky, and I am a rising 2L. I am originally from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I graduated from the University of Maryland in 2019, and I was an English major. I was very involved in Hillel in college, and I am super passionate about bringing Jewish people together through different activities and events. I am so excited to be on the JLSA board and to be an active member of the Jewish community at Cardozo.