UPCOMING EVENTS
TorchPAC Spring Kickoff: America and Israel’s New Challenges
Sunday, February 15
6:00 PM
The Bronfman Center for Jewish Student Life (7 E 10th Street), 2nd Floor
Curious about Israeli Elections? What the deal is with Iran? What's the difference is between Hamas and the Palestinian Authority?
Join TorchPAC for delicious food and an engaging exploration of these and more key issues facing Israel and the US today.
Fresh off a trip from Israel and Congressional Briefings, Jerusalem Post contributor and Middle East expert Dr. Eric Mandel will be joining us (before he hits the ivies) for a discussion about "America and Israel’s New Challenges in the Middle East: Iran, the War of Sunni Supremacy, the Sunni-Shiite War, Hamas and the PA, the Upcoming Israeli Elections."
Inside The Times of Israel
Monday, February 16
7:00 PM
The Bronfman Center for Jewish Student Life (7 E 10th Street), 2nd Floor
From their live conflict coverage followed by millions, unique online-only format, and coverage in four languages, The Times of Israel is revolutionizing Israeli news. Curious as to how they do it, how blogging works, or the unique challenges of journalism in Israel? Join TorchPAC for a conversation and meet & greet with Blogs Editor Miriam Herschlag, and learn how YOU can become a part of the conversation.
AIPAC Policy Conference
March 1-3
Washington, DC
Several TorchPAC members will be attending the American Israel Political Affairs Committee (AIPAC)'s Policy Conference, and president Laura Adkins will be on panels discussing "Detractor Activity on Campus," as well as "The Progressive Case for Israel." Attendees include virtually every member of Congress and the foremost experts on foreign policy.
Sunday, February 15
6:00 PM
The Bronfman Center for Jewish Student Life (7 E 10th Street), 2nd Floor
Curious about Israeli Elections? What the deal is with Iran? What's the difference is between Hamas and the Palestinian Authority?
Join TorchPAC for delicious food and an engaging exploration of these and more key issues facing Israel and the US today.
Fresh off a trip from Israel and Congressional Briefings, Jerusalem Post contributor and Middle East expert Dr. Eric Mandel will be joining us (before he hits the ivies) for a discussion about "America and Israel’s New Challenges in the Middle East: Iran, the War of Sunni Supremacy, the Sunni-Shiite War, Hamas and the PA, the Upcoming Israeli Elections."
Inside The Times of Israel
Monday, February 16
7:00 PM
The Bronfman Center for Jewish Student Life (7 E 10th Street), 2nd Floor
From their live conflict coverage followed by millions, unique online-only format, and coverage in four languages, The Times of Israel is revolutionizing Israeli news. Curious as to how they do it, how blogging works, or the unique challenges of journalism in Israel? Join TorchPAC for a conversation and meet & greet with Blogs Editor Miriam Herschlag, and learn how YOU can become a part of the conversation.
AIPAC Policy Conference
March 1-3
Washington, DC
Several TorchPAC members will be attending the American Israel Political Affairs Committee (AIPAC)'s Policy Conference, and president Laura Adkins will be on panels discussing "Detractor Activity on Campus," as well as "The Progressive Case for Israel." Attendees include virtually every member of Congress and the foremost experts on foreign policy.
PAST EVENTS
Our Fall Capstone Event was our debate in November between Peter Beinart & Noah Pollak on
Israel and the Modern Middle East.
If you missed it, you can watch the debate below.
Israel and the Modern Middle East.
If you missed it, you can watch the debate below.
Fall Debate between Peter Beinart & Noah Pollak: In light of the conflict between Israel and Gaza this summer and the emerging threat of ISIS, how does Israel fit into the modern Middle East, and why does it matter? What does it mean in the modern day to be "Pro-Israel?" What are the prospects for lasting peace in the Middle East?
Join TorchPAC, Hillel at NYU, JUMP: Justice & Unity in Mideast Policy, J Street U NYU, Gesher, NYU College Democrats, NYU College Republicans, and NYU College Libertarians for a lively debate between Peter Beinart, critically acclaimed author and editor for The Atlantic, and Noah Pollak, Executive Director of the Emergency Committee for Israel.
Join TorchPAC, Hillel at NYU, JUMP: Justice & Unity in Mideast Policy, J Street U NYU, Gesher, NYU College Democrats, NYU College Republicans, and NYU College Libertarians for a lively debate between Peter Beinart, critically acclaimed author and editor for The Atlantic, and Noah Pollak, Executive Director of the Emergency Committee for Israel.
