Gary Wolff

Executive Director

Gary, a native of South Africa, joins UConn Hillel in July 2009.  He was previously the Acting Executive Director of Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach in, Boca Raton Florida.  Gary is eager to meet you all, so please stop by and introduce yourself! You can reach Gary at gary@uconnhillel.org.

Leah Lubianker

Jewish Student Life Coordinator

Leah Lubianker holds a BS in Economics and a minor in Mathematics from the University of Washington.  During her undergrad years at UW, Leah was an active member of Hillel, Chabad, and First Year Programs.  After spending a year in Israel, learning and volunteering, she returned to work in the Bay Area Jewish community. Leah joins UConn Hillel from San Jose, CA with the excitement to enrich Jewish student life on campus.  In her free time, she enjoys ballroom dancing, reading, and watching any movie with Audrey Hepburn. You can Reach Leah at leah@uconnhillel.org. 

Maureen Harakaly

Office Manager

Maureen is the longest tenured staff member here at Hillel. She keeps the trains running on time, helping out in every way. Hillel would be lost with out her, so be sure to pop your head into her office and say "Hi" when you visit! You can reach Maureen at info@uconnhillel.org 

Human Rights Intern

Nicole Allinson

Nikki Allinson is a senior at the University of Connecticut and is studying Human Development and Family Studies with a focus in Public Policy and Planning. After graduate school, Nikki hopes to pursue a career in International Development Policy. Ever since her freshman year, Nikki has been a sister of Alpha Epsilon Phi. Nikki has big plans for the Human Rights internship but is open to any suggestions! If you are interested in getting involved please don't hesitate to contact her at humanrights@uconnhillel.org.

Engagement Intern

Samantha Ginzberg

 HI! My name is Sami Ginzberg, and I am a third semester sophomore from Woodbridge, CT. I am currently an English major hoping to double major in secondary education through the NEAG School of Education. On campus, I am a member of the UConn Dance Company and a sister of the Alpha Epsilon Phi sorority. I first got involved with Hillel by attending a Shabbat dinner with a friend, and from that day on, Hillel became like my second home. I love having a place where I can both practice and learn more about my Jewish faith, while hanging out with a group of friends that share a common bond. I am so excited to represent Hillel as the Engagement Intern, and I hope to draw in as many new faces as possible! Please feel free to come by anytime, and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask me!

Development Intern

Zach Nussbaum

Hi everyone! My name is Zach Nussbaum. I am currently a Junior Real Estate and Urban Economics major from East Brunswick, New Jersey. I became involved with Hillel because I think it is important to continue our Jewish traditions not only through our time at home but also away at college. I am currently treasurer of the new club "Huskies for Israel" and the Hillel Development Intern. I look forward to meeting everyone who comes through the building and pursue this great reputation that Hillel has on campus. Please let me know if you have any ideas and stop by anytime!

Marketing Intern

Nadav Ullman

Nadav Ullman is junior at UConn. He is a business major, minoring is communications. He also works for the Daily Campus and UCTV. After taking a semester off from school to travel, Nadav is very excited to work for Hillel this upcoming year.