Alumni Spotlight: Dana (Nadel) Pais Camper and Counselor 1994-2002 The OSRUI community is filled with wonderful alumni. We are excited to highlight some of our alums, what camp means to them, and learn more about what the great work they are bringing to the world....
The Joys of Ivrit By Rafi Ellenson Rafi (he/him/his) is thrilled to come back to OSRUI as Rosh Ivrit! Rafi was last at camp in 2017 as Rosh Chalutzim and before that as a music specialist, songleader, and madrich (counselor). Between his time on tzevet (staff) and as...
Happy Hanukkah – Year Round Team Happy Hanukkah from the entire OSRUI year-round team! As we continue to give the Gift of Camp this Hanukkah season we wanted to take this opportunity share the gifts that camp has given to us (along with some fun camp photos)!...
It’s Transgender Awareness Week. This is a time to recognize, honor, and celebrate transgender and gender non-conforming people in our community. At OSRUI, we believe in celebrating every camper for who they are. We strive to be an open, supportive, and inclusive...
“Ana-a-a-a-achnu ohavim et Tiferet…v’ein acheret…” The words of this cheer carry so much truth – we love Tiferet and there really is no other program like it. For three decades, Tiferet, its campers, staff, faculty, and artists have created...
By Debbie Locketz LICSW One of my favorite times at camp is on opening day when we come together to sit at the Bitan. It is during this time that I get to look out and see our entire community. Those new to camp and those that have been to camp before. Those from...
