The organization of AZA is steered by a democratically elected board of officers on the international, regional, council, and chapter levels. The officers elected may vary from one level to the other and between different chapters and regions. A group of elected officers is often referred to as the “executive board” or just simply the “board”. Elections are typically held semesterly. Below are the current executive board members of Simon Atlas.
Aleph Godol: (President)
Responsible for all chapter actions, running chapter meetings and chapter board meetings, guiding the chapter through the term and ensuring the well-being and success of the chapter.
Current Godol Josh Feldman
Email: godol@simonatlas.org
Aleph S’gan: (Vice President of Programming)
The S’gan is in charge of all programming done by the chapter, and scheduling the chapter calendar for all events. He is also in charge of running the chapter Chair Network. Additionally, the S’gan is the Executive Vice President and the right-hand man to the Godol and chapter.
Current S’gan Dylan Himelfarb
Email: sgan@simonatlas.org
Aleph Moreh: (Vice President of Membership)
The Moreh is in charge of spearheading the recruitment process for each term, retaining current members, and educating the chapter on AZA/SiAt history and tradition. Once a Moreh, always a Moreh.
Current Moreh Coby Ritter
Email: siat126moreh@gmail.com
Aleph Shaliach: (Vice President of Judaism and Community Service)
Quite simply, the Shaliach manages the planning of all Judaic and community service events. The Shaliach is also in charge of guiding the chapter in deciding on a StandUp cause and then enacting an action plan to impact our cause.
Current Shaliach Evan Gorodetzky
Email: shaliach@simonatlas.org
Aleph Mazkir: (Secretary)
The Mazkir is in charge of all communications and promotion. As Mazkir, your basic responsibilities are making sure the standard phone calls and emails are being sent out to all chapter members, taking notes and writing minutes for meetings, and ensuring high attendance at all events, whether a program, convention, or meeting.
Current Mazkir Simon Rubenstein
Email: siatmazkir126@gmail.com
Aleph Gizbor: (Treasurer)
The Gizbor is in charge of the chapter’s funds. He manages the planning of all fundraising events throughout the term. The Gizbor is also in charge of determining the money we allocate to I$F (International Service Fund, an organization that helps Judaic communities across the world). The Gizbor is also in charge of designing and ordering chapter apparel.
Current Gizbor Evan Halpern
Email: siatgizbor126@gmail.com
Aleph Sopher: (Publicist)
The Sopher manages the chapter’s social media and heads promotion, as well as produces the chapter Newspaper. This means keeping our social media accounts active and spearheading promotional efforts for the chapter along with the Mazkir. Additionally, the Sopher must set deadlines, collect articles from members, and design, and distribute the chapter newspaper.
Current Sopher Eli Schwartz
Email: siat126sopher@gmail.com
Aleph Me’amen: (Coach)
The Me’amen is in charge of all sports-related programming in the chapter. This includes participation in AZAA leagues, ensuring attendance from the chapter, and any other athletic events planned. Additionally, the Me’amen will send out monthly newsletters to keep alumni connected to the chapter and updated with upcoming events. Since the Me’amen has a fairly lighter structure to his responsibilities, he’s usually one of the first called upon to help other members with projects.
Current Me’amen Jake Weiner
Email: meamen@simonatlas.org
Aleph Kohen Godol: (Parliamentarian)
A past Godol, the Kohen Godol serves as an additional adviser to the chapter board and usually assists in multiple projects with other board members/chairs. Once a Kohen Godol, always a Kohen Godol.
Kohen Godol Aaron Logsdon
Adult Advisors: Elliot Golden and Jeremy Cohn
Adult Advisors oversee the members of the chapter and make sure everything is running smoothly. They are here to help any members.
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