What's in a Name?
Friends of Joseph
Can't Live Without
Successes and Failures
Judaism Above All
100

Although they don't full agree on the value of the liberal arts, this prominent Brandeis figure shares a name with Joseph.

Who is Arthur Levine?

100

From Camp Stone to Brandeis to the UWS, this fellow Desian is surprisingly not twins with Joseph.

Who is Sarah Solon?

100

The go-to place on a Saturday night at Brandeis, this small restaurant chain that has caused numerous bad stomach aches has somehow not drawn Joseph's mashgiach wrath.

What is Veggie Crust?

100

This student-facing role in the Brandeis chemistry department is one that Joseph prefers to keep more on the down-low.

What is organic chemistry TA?

100

Although Joseph is one-of-a-kind, in the mornings at Brandeis, he is one of 4... then 7... and eventually (sometimes) 10.

What is minyan?

200
Calling Joseph by this nickname will get you hit with one of his classic death stares.
What is Joey?
200

As someone who also claims to like davening, this Brandeis "alum" is someone who Joseph often went to for religious support (and complaints)

Who is Ariel Cohen?

200

Not to be confused with his kippah, this head covering protects Joseph at the airport and other public places.

What is his Mets hat?

200

After surprisingly not participating in greek life for four years Brandeis, this fraternity was ultimately willing to accept him.

What is Phi Beta Kappa?

200

A frequent reason for intramural scheduling conflicts, this highly lucrative position provided great social positioning but also a handy excuse to not be bothered when desired.

What is head mashgiach?

300

This name of Joseph's, used mostly in special circumstances, is also an instance of a type of day in the year that describes Joseph's running speed.

What is Gedaliah?

300

Sharing an interest in healing people and Israeli politics, this former roommate of Joseph's gave up living in the water at Gosman.

Who is Maor Shir?

300

As the majority of characters in Joseph's email address, this important item is the foundation of a dish that was frequently brought to 28 Turner.

What are apples?

300

Phew, that was a close one! Joseph was just able to squeak by with an A in this rigorous Jew-heavy deis-us class.

What is Decolonial Pedagogy?

300

He no longer lives in the Gush, but this former nearby Shabbos host of Joseph's continues to buy up land.

What is Brandeis Chabad?

400

After attending his Brandeis grad school graduation ceremony, Joseph received this nickname.

What is LeBA/MA

400

A mouse in distress! This furry imaginary friend of Joseph's caused him to bump his head on a shelf a few times searching for him in Cappy's.

Who is Big Jimmy?

400

Supporting Joseph every day, we give him a lot to think about each morning as he's ready to out-MATCH anybody who dares to take him ON.

What are Joseph's 27 pairs of shoes?

400
In junior year, during an unprecedented run in B-league intramural softball, Joseph led the league in this statistical category.

What is calls contested?

400

Lichvod Shabbat! This staple of a garment once worn full-time on Shabbos at Brandeis provides greater mobility for an afternoon baseball catch on the Great Lawn.

What are Lulu Lemon Pants?

500

People like Joseph don't always grow on trees.

What is Lee-Vine-E

500

Shall we wine-and-dine profusely to satisfy our voracious appetites?

Who is Daniel Vito?

500

This keeps Joseph warm in the winter yet demonstrates the ice in his veins when it comes to frumkeit.

What is Gush Pullover (apparel)?

500

Following in the footsteps of many Jewish males at Brandeis, Joseph was a member of this exclusive haven of research.

What is Xu's Lab?

500

A building that was destroyed with fire, not to be confused with the Beit Hamikdash, was home to this rabbinical scandal that Joseph released his wrath unto.

What is Tefillin Gate?

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