By Jacob Couzens, Yeshiva Shaarei Mevaseret Zion
Jacob Couzens here. It’s been an exciting first half to a week-long seminar that has definitely gone beyond its expectations. Although I wasn’t sure what we’d be doing for a whole week on Masa’s #BFL program, they’ve been keeping us on our toes with a variety of sessions; including group discussion, keynote speakers, and different tracks for individual interests.
Upon arriving I made my way to my room and met three roommates who were all on the Nativ Leadership Program. It turns out they’re also all attending the University of Maryland, just like me, so we immediately bonded over our intentions for next year. After our initial meeting with our discussion groups (Group 4 baby), we made our way into the main hall for an address by President of...








