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Chaburah Spotlight: Zevi Burg

NCSY Kollel August 6, 2025

Zevi Burg’s third summer on Kollel, his first as a Madrich, and he is super excited to be back. He is enjoying every minute thanks to his star studded Chaburah which we’ll get to in a hot sec. Zevi is from a tight knit and thriving Jewish community and attended some of the most prestigious modern orthodox schools in the tri state area. Afterward Zevi spent two years in the Ayalon valley which he has just concluded.

Now for the main event. Number 99 from The Yeshiva we have Akiva Kark. Touted as the best ball player in the Chaburah, Akiva still stays relatable when he is engaging in deep Torah wisdom. Next up is the 3x Heichal Rowing State Champion, Chaim Honikman! Whatever energy Chaim brings with his paddle in the river, he is twice as dominant in his keen insights which he shares during Chaburahs. Moving on, we have a Philly legend, straight out of Mesivta Uriel “Eugene” Goldschmidt. Uriel is able to bring his Philly born talents and apply them to Talmud Torah in an inspiring way. Last up, acharon acharon chaviv, Ezra Goldman. If you’re looking for someone who is a pillar inside and outside the beis medrash then Ezra is your guy. A 12x Chicago Weightlifting State Champion, Ezra is able to lift weights, as well as other people with his encouraging words.

The Chaburah is taking on topics of Tzitzis and Kibud Av V’eim this summer. Two topics which apply to the day to day life. The guys are learning why and how to go about these constant and amazing mitzvos.

This Chaburah has been a blast so far and they’re only getting started!