02-05-2025
Binghamton students celebrate Israeli Independence Day
BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY (WIVT/WBGH) – Local college students held a celebration yesterday in honor of Israeli Independence Day.
Binghamton University's Hillel commemorated 77 years of Israeli Independence with carnival games, prizes, and even some Israeli food. Following the October 7, 2023, terrorist attack and the ensuing war in Gaza, many Jewish students say these have been challenging times.
Hillel's Vice President of Programming, Ellie Spivak, says that celebrating this holiday amidst the war has a deeper meaning.
'This event is very significant, especially now. It's been a very hard time the past two years since October 7th. So it's really important for us to come together today and remember that we are also here to celebrate. We have hard times and we have happy times as well,' Spivak said.
The celebration comes the day after another annual remembrance day in which Jews honor fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism.
Spivak says Israeli Independence Day is a demonstration of light amid the darkness.
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