Student Spotlight: Talya Malka

Meet Talya Malka, President of Students Supporting Israel at Chapman University! She is a sophomore studying communication and is also the Chabad Shabbat Chair. After college, Talya sees herself pursuing event planning, which currently helps her plan exciting and informative SSI events!

Last May was a difficult time for many Jewish and Zionist students. Talya shares her experience and what she decided to do in response.

Talya not only made the important decision to bring SSI back to campus, but she also comes with years of her own experience and connection to Israel. This combination of bravery and personal experience creates a strong Students Supporting Israel chapter at Chapman University. She shares,

Talya describes her campus as apathetic when it comes to Israel, and she also explains the challenges in recruiting students as well as the personal struggle she faces.

Talya speaks with resilience, which describes the story of her people. She not only speaks up for herself, but she empowers the rest of her board to be proud and strong. As 2021 comes to an end, Talya reflects on how she led her SSI board.

A key component of SSI events at large is to have quality content present along with delicious food and fun. Talya brings this combination together and is looking forward to the spring semester.

Talya has a clear grasp on what Zionism is, how it affects her life, and how it is woven into her Israel activism at Chapman University.

We are grateful for the strength Talya has in her activism, and look forward to 2022 with SSI at Chapman University!

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Students Supporting Israel (SSI) is a pro-Israel international campus movement that supports the State of Israel.

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Students Supporting Israel Movement

Students Supporting Israel (SSI) is a pro-Israel international campus movement that supports the State of Israel.