Ben Barnes
University of Florida
Articles by Ben
Ben Barnes is a senior at the University of Florida majoring in Business Management, minoring in Innovation, and pursuing the pre-law track. As an Israeli student, Ben’s connection to Israel has shaped his passion for Zionism, Jewish identity, and accurate education about Israel on campus. He previously interned at the Shurat HaDin Law Center in Israel, where he supported legal research and advocacy efforts focused on combating antisemitism and anti-Israel bias. At UF, Ben is a proud member of the Chabad Student Board. He also serves as editor for the Florida Undergraduate Law Review and multimedia director for the Florida Political Review. Through these roles and the CAMERA Fellowship, Ben hopes to promote fact-based dialogue, challenge misinformation, and strengthen Israel advocacy at the University of Florida.
Elvadas Barstys
Royal Holloway University
Articles by Elvadas
Evaldas Barstys is a pro-Israel student advocate based in the United Kingdom. After completing his undergraduate studies at Royal Holloway, University of London, where he experienced alarming levels of antisemitism, he was inspired to take a stand. He founded the university’s Israeli Society, enduring a year-long battle against fierce opposition, including an attempt by over 900 students to block its creation, that drew national media attention.
Evaldas has also collaborated with GB News to expose jihadist extremism within the Palestine Society at his university. He previously was as a StandWithUs UK Emerson Fellow, engaging senior politicians and diplomats on campus antisemitism, and currently serves as Head of Publicity for Tagar UK, a Zionist student and young professional movement.
Ava Becker
University of California, San Diego
Articles by Ava
Ava Becker is a Developmental Psychology student at the University of California, San Diego, with a strong passion for mental health advocacy, community service, and creating inclusive environments. She thrives in leadership roles and has extensive experience in student leadership, event planning, and community outreach. Ava is dedicated to supporting others, building meaningful connections, and creating spaces where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Noah Ben-Zion
Northeastern University
Article by Noah
Noah Ben-Zion is a rising senior at Northeastern University. Over the last few years he has worked with many Jewish student organizations across local and national programming for the Northeastern Jewish community. Noah looks forward to working with CAMERA this year and is Vice President of Northeastern’s Pro-Israel Club, Huskies for Israel.
Sadie Blakeley
University of Birmingham
Article by Sadie
Sadie Blakeley is a UK student studying Modern Languages (French) and History of Art in Birmingham. Combining a passion for culture, communication, and critical analysis, she is excited to participate in the CAMERA Fellowship as an opportunity to promote balanced, unbiased narratives and help address misinformation through thoughtful dialogue and informed perspectives. Sadie is eager to contribute meaningfully to the programme and become part of the solution by encouraging greater understanding, accuracy, and accountability in contemporary conversations.
Shai Brown
Michigan State University
Articles by Shai
Shai Brown is an Electrical Engineering Undergraduate at Michigan State University. He advocates for people to develop a better understanding of Israel, to learn more about the Middle Eastern conflicts, and is an active member of the Jewish community at MSU. Outside of school and advocacy, Jason likes to go camping, cook, and travel.
Joshua Claar
Indiana University
Articles by Joshua
Joshua Claar graduated from the University of Arizona with a bachelor’s degree in history and a minor in government and public policy. He is now going to Indiana University in Bloomington for a master’s in international affairs. His mother escaped the Iranian Revolution and came to the US where she married a Catholic man. Through the installment of Judeo-Christian values in his family, Josh learned that identity is something we should be proud of, not something we should be forced to hide.
Avital Cohen
Western University
Articles by Avital
Avital Cohen is a Liberal Arts Student at the University of Leeds, and will be studying on a year abroad in Canada at Western University. She has been passionate about activism for Israel for many years, and looks forward to bringing her experience having been the Chair of the Leeds University Jewish Society to Western’s campus.
Adam Dorio
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Articles by Adam
Adam Dorio is a Neurobiology student at the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a strong interest in medicine, research, and public advocacy. He is involved in Jewish campus leadership and passionate about Israel advocacy, media literacy, and challenging misinformation. Through the CAMERA Fellowship, Adam hopes to strengthen his ability to research, analyze, and advocate for accurate and responsible reporting.
Ella Friedman
Brandeis University
Articles by Ella
Ella Friedman is a sophomore at Brandeis University pursuing a major in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies and a minor in Journalism. As the daughter of an Israeli mother, she is deeply committed to her heritage and intends to make Aliyah and serve as a professional spokesperson for the State of Israel. A graduate of the Hasbara Fellowship and a published contributor to The Times of Israel, Ella is a prominent student leader dedicated to addressing anti-Israel rhetoric and combating antisemitism through strategic advocacy and campus engagement
Aiden Ganesan
Arizona State University
Articles by Aiden
Aiden Ganesan Arizona State University Undergraduate Student in Biology and Anthropology. They are a long-standing board member for the ASU chapter of Students Supporting Israel, going on two years. Their zionist viewpoint has grown and developed through their employment at the Chabad of ASU, as well as maintaining positive relationships with other Jewish and zionist organizations on campus.
Kayla Greenberg
Binghamton University
Articles by Kayla
Kayla Greenberg is nursing student at Binghamton University. She is an active part of Israel advocacy on campus.
Cadence Huyghebaert
University of Calgary
Articles by Cadence
Cadence Huyghebaert is a second year international relations student at the University of Calgary. As a Jewish student in Canada, Cadence has a passion for Israel advocacy and standing up against antisemitism on campus.
Leah Kantrowitz
Boise State University
Articles by Leah
Leah Kantrowitz is from Las Vegas, NV. They are a junior at Boise State University majoring in Humanities and Cultural Studies with a minor in +Business. Leah’s primary interests are in literature and using it as a means of bridging the gap between cultures. They are focused on educating students and faculty on campus about Jewish culture and the meaning behind Zionism.
Adam Katz
University of Manitoba
Articles by Adam
Adam Katz is a returning CAMERA on Campus Fellow and a Political Science and History student at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada. He currently works at the Jewish Heritage Centre of Western Canada, serves on the Student Board of Hillel Winnipeg, and represents the organization in Hillel International’s Israel Leadership Network. Adam is also a CJPAC Senior Fellow and Policy Director of the Canadian Union of Jewish Students, whose writing has appeared in the National Post and other publications. He is passionate about Jewish advocacy, history, and bringing a sharper analytical perspective to campus conversations and public debate.
Ronnie Kazdahn
Ronnie Kazhdan is in her penultimate year at The University of Exeter studying Politics and International Relations. As the President of Exeter’s Israel society, she leads efforts to promote informed conversations on Israel and the Middle East, encouraging her peers to critically engage with the complex realities of the geopolitical environment rather than accept reductive narratives. She is committed to challenging misinformation on campus and fostering a culture rooted in the pursuit of truth and intellectual honesty.
Mitchell Klehm
Oral Roberts University
Articles by Mitchell
Mitchell Klehm is a theology student at Oral Roberts University with a passion for biblical studies, leadership, and thoughtful cultural engagement. He serves as Vice President of Eagles for Israel, leading campus initiatives that educate and advocate for Israel through events, discussions, and community involvement. Mitch is deeply interested in New Testament theology and enjoys engaging complex ideas with clarity and conviction. Outside the classroom, he competes in semi-professional wiffleball, traveling to tournaments across the Midwest United States.
Yoni Kidorf
Oral Roberts University
Articles by Yoni
Yoni Kidorf is a sophomore at the University of Maryland, double-majoring in psychology and international relations. He spent two years studying in Israel, a year in Yeshivat Orayta in the old city and half a year at Yeshivat Hesder Otniel. With the hopes of pursuing a career in international law, Yoni is excited to help execute camera’s mission of enhancing accuracy in reporting.
Daniel Kogan
Florida State University
Articles by Daniel
Daniel Kogan is a junior at Florida State University majoring in History on the pre-law track. He serves as President of Chabad at FSU and Alpha Epsilon Pi, while also acting as Treasurer of Students Supporting Israel. Daniel is actively involved in campus leadership, Jewish community engagement, and student advocacy initiatives, with interests in law, history, and public affairs.
Levi Layne
University of California, Los Angeles
Articles by Levi
Levi Layne is a third-year Political Science student at UCLA with a strong passion for pro-Israel activism, on and off campus. He is an outspoken advocate for the Jewish people, and was recently featured on @EndJewHatred and @JewsInSchool on Instagram for a speech that he gave to the UCLA Undergraduate Student Council regarding the Jewish and pro-Israel community.
Aidan Larocque
University of Utah
Articles by Aidan
Aidan Larocque is a student at the University of Utah studying Journalism. Aidan currently serves as the Community Action Chair for Hillel for Utah, and is a member of Chabad at the University of Utah. Originally from San Diego, California, Aidan is incredibly passionate about combating antisemitism, and misinformation across campus.
Ella Leon
University of Miami
Articles by Ella
Ella Leon is student at the University of Miami studying Political Science and Artificial Intelligence, with interests in foreign policy, national security, and the strategic challenges shaping the international order. Her work has focused on U.S. foreign policy, the Middle East, information warfare, and public diplomacy. Through internships in Washington, D.C., and experience supporting strategic communications for an Israeli government spokesperson, she has explored how policy, messaging, and emerging technologies influence global affairs. Ella completed AIPAC’s Diamond Summer Internship where she worked on political engagement, advocacy, and public discourse surrounding U.S.–Israel relations.
Destiny Lugo
Oral Roberts University
Articles by Destiny
Destiny Lugo is a senior studying international relations and journalism with a focus on culture and global policy. She has served as an AIPAC Campus Liaison and president of her university’s IJM chapter, where she led anti-trafficking advocacy initiatives. As a current intern with NJC (National Journalism Center), she is committed to developing as a thoughtful voice in international affairs.
Hadi Mahedeyan
Yale University
Articles by Hadi
Hadi Mahdeyan is an Iranian international student at Yale University. He is the founder and president of the Yale Alliance for Solidarity with Iran (YASI), and founder of the Lion & Sun Corporation. Hadi was a 2025-2026 CAMERA fellow and continues to hold the fellowship in 2026-2027 academic year.
Akiva Mann-Wineberg
University of Leeds
Articles by Akiva
Akiva Mann-Wineberg is a passionate Jewish and Zionist advocate and activist. In September 2024, after a series of solo counter-protests, Akiva founded the organisation ‘Liverpool Israel Action’, which went on to organise multiple counter-protests, online panels, and advocacy events. Throughout the past year, Akiva has been on a gap year in Israel, exploring the land and producing content for his Instagram page in order to educate and empower, along with writing articles for Jewish print media. Akiva is studying at the University of Leeds next year.
Aya Margalit
University of Colorado, Boulder
Articles by Aya
Aya Margalit was born and raised in Boulder, CO and a sophomore at University of Colorado, Boulder. She is studying Biomedical Engineering with a Business minor and is president of CU Boulder’s Chapter of Students Supporting Israel. Outside of school, she enjoys playing tennis and being outdoors.
Kevin McCarthy
Kenyon College
Articles by Kevin
Kevin McCarthy is a student-athlete at Kenyon College, where he studies political science, religious studies, and history while playing varsity lacrosse. He has also played with Israel Lacrosse, an experience that deepened his personal connection to Israel and strengthened his commitment to supporting the U.S.-Israel relationship. Kevin has demonstrated his pro-Israel advocacy through professional experiences in Washington, D.C., including internships with Congressman Josh Gottheimer, a leading pro-Israel voice in Congress, and AIPAC’s Policy and Government Affairs team. Through these roles, he gained firsthand exposure to U.S.-Israel policy, congressional advocacy, and the importance of bipartisan support for Israel. Kevin is passionate about remaining involved in U.S.-Israel politics and is committed to being a strong advocate for Israel on campus and beyond.
Richard McDaniel
University of Minnesota
Articles by Richard
Richard McDaniel is an incoming fourth-year political science student at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Last summer, Richard worked between Jerusalem and Bethlehem for a Palestinian Christian-run reconciliation organization. After he receives his degree, Richard hopes to acquire a stable job or attend graduate school. In his free time, Richard likes to read, write, and hang out with friends.
Eidan Medina
Florida State University
Articles by Eidan
Eidan Medina is a first generation Israeli-American student from Boca Raton, Florida. He is currently a senior studying Civil Engineering at Florida State University. On, and off campus Eidan loves to support Israel and combat antisemitism.
Shayla Mendelsohn
Pennsylvania State University
Articles by Shayla
Shayla Mendelsohn is a student at Penn State University, majoring in Jewish/Judaic Studies with a minor in Hebrew. She serves as President of Penn State’s Students Supporting Israel chapter and as Founder and Co-President of the Lions for the U.S.-Israel Alliance. She is also a fellow with TalkIsrael, where she creates content highlighting Israeli culture, identity, and everyday life. Shayla is passionate about combating antisemitism, strengthening the U.S.-Israel relationship, and writing about Israel, Jewish identity, and issues affecting Jewish students on campus.
Jonah Miller
Michigan State University
Articles by Jonah
Jonah Miller is an undergraduate student at Michigan State University’s Broad College of Business. He is a Management major and Jewish Studies minor with a focus in Tanach and Mishnah. This academic combination allows him to balance a disciplined business mindset with a deep, scholarly dedication to his heritage and the study of classical texts.
Lily Minkoff
Articles by Lily
Lily Minkoff is a communication studies major at Emerson College and will graduate in 2028. She was the social media manager at Emerson’s Hillel chapter and is currently the social media manager of the Emerson Screenwriting organization. She worked with Birthright in Tel Aviv during the summer of 2026. She received the Gold Presidential Community Service Award in 2023 and made the dean’s honor list in 2024. She has participated in an immersive Israeli-American exchange program, HiBuR, during 2022–23. She has written research papers regarding the Soviet Union’s interference in the Middle East, the corruption of the United Nations, and she is currently writing a one-act play about the history of Russian antisemitism. She is from Sudbury, Massachusetts.
Charlotte Murray
University of Calgary
Articles by Charlotte
Charlotte Murray is an undergraduate student at the University of Calgary. The university climate can be an extremely difficult one for Jewish and Zionist students, and she is deeply troubled by the amount of misinformation that she sees circulating on college campuses. As a StandWithUs Emerson Fellow, Charlotte understands that the journey to debunk false claims about Israel is not an easy one, but Israel advocacy is her passion and she remains undaunted. In the face of so much adversity, having a confident pro-Israel voice on campus is more important than ever, and Charlotte is committed to driving positive change.
Tagore Pathak
University of Minnesota
Articles by Tagore
Tagore Pathak is a rising junior studying Psychology and Sociology at the University of Minnesota. He holds or has held leadership roles with Minnesota Hillel, Israel on Campus Coalition, Students Supporting Israel, and StandWithUs. Tagore will be a CAMERA fellow next year and looks forward to meeting you.
Abigail Pyatski
Rutgers University
Articles by Abigail
Abigail Pyatski is a rising junior at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, where she is on the pre-medical track and majoring in cognitive neuroscience. She is actively involved in Jewish life on campus and regularly participates in Chabad and MEOR events.
Mara Riegel
George Washington University
Articles by Mara
Mara Riegel is a proud Ashkenazi Jew and advocate for Jewish-American college students. From testifying in front of federal agencies to organizing political speakers, consulting with her school about systemic reform and expanding Jewish expression on campus, Mara strikes the balance between free expression, politics, and Jewish advocacy.
Amit Schatzberger
Amit Schatzberger is a Civil Engineering student at the University of Connecticut with a proven track record of fostering inclusive campus dialogue. Through her leadership in the BICEP and IAC internships, she has expertly managed educational programs and cultural events that bridge diverse student communities. With additional experience in social media management and graphic design, Amit is a versatile communicator dedicated to strengthening student engagement and promoting cultural identity on campus.
Lucas Shugarman
Rutgers University
Articles by Naomi
Lucas Shugarman is a sophomore majoring in Journalism. Lucas is from Tustin, California, and enjoys playing golf, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. He is proudly a conservative Jew and is a staunch Zionist.
Tycho Stephenson
University of Maryland
Articles by Tycho
Tycho Stephenson is a student at the University of Maryland studying international relations with a focus in space policy. Originally from Seattle, he is interested in the intersection of space exploration, international cooperation, and global governance. Outside of academics, he is involved in campus organizations and enjoys music and performing.
Addison Stone
University of Michigan
Articles by Addison
Addison Stone is a rising senior at the University of Michigan majoring in War & Conflict Studies. An active part of the Israel advocacy scene on campus, Addison is the incoming president of the U-M Students Supporting Israel chapter, the Campus Engagement & Communications Director for Michigan Israel Public Affairs Committee (MIPAC, AIPAC on Campus), and has served in multiple positions on the board of Wolverine for Israel. Additionally, Addison is the CSS Krav & Kesher Fellow and the Hillel Israel Leadership Network representative for U-M.
Leore Tal
Univeristy of Missouri
Articles by Leore
Leore Tal is an honors student at the University of Missouri with a double major in journalism and political science and an emphasis in reporting and writing. She is involved in leadership positions on campus, is a published writer in multiple outlets, and is passionate about impactful, fact-based journalism.
Avital Tepper
University of Washington
Articles by Avital
Avital Tepper is a Jewish pre-med Public Health student at the University of Washington. Based in Seattle and works as a Pharmacy Assistant to complement her academic studies. Avital has family roots in Israel, lived there for two years, and is fluent in Hebrew. She is deeply interested in epidemiology and health equity, using her cultural background and science education to prepare for a medical career.
Kylie Turbeville
University of Arkansas
Articles by Kylie
Kylie Turbeville is a student at the University of Arkansas pursuing a degree in Career and Technical Education with a focus on Family and Consumer Sciences. She serves as President of Hillel at the University of Arkansas and founded their Students Supporting Israel chapter. Kylie is passionate about strengthening pro-Israel life on campus, fostering meaningful dialogue, and helping students build connections to Israel and the Jewish community. Through her leadership roles, she works to create opportunities for education, engagement, and community building.
Julia Waldman
University of Alabama
Articles by Julia
Julia Waldman is from New Hampshire and is a student at the University of Alabama. She is studying communicative disorders and plans to become a speech pathologist. She is the Vice President of her Students Supporting Israel chapter and is a member of Chabad board. She is a strong Jewish and Zionist voice on campus.
Eliana Yosefian
University of Colorado, Boulder
Articles by Eliana
Eliana Yosefian is currently studying Finance at the University of Colorado Boulder. She serves on the Executive Board of Students Supporting Israel. She is deeply committed to campus advocacy, focusing on sharing clear, factual perspectives and strengthening the voice of the Israeli-supportive community at CU.
Elijah Wiesel
Yale University
Articles by Elijah
Elijah Wiesel is a member of the Yale Class of 2028 who is dedicated to maintaining the safety of Jewish students on college campuses and promoting accurate and unbiased coverage of news relating to the Arab-Israeli conflict. He believes that Jewish students should not have to sacrifice their support for Israel in exchange for acceptance by their peers.
