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August 25 • 2016 11 continued from page 6 many students end up sharing is sickness. When living in such close proximity to another person, it is very common for bacteria to spread quickly. That is why it is crucial for stu- dents to be fully vaccinated before they head to campus this fall. Even if you or your child has all of the recommended vaccinations, be sure to ask your doctor about one in particular: meningitis B. There are five different groups of vaccine-preventable meningi- tis, but the common vaccine only prevents against four of them. There is a separate vaccine that specifically protects against the group B strain — something that, in a study done by the Kimberly Coffey Foundation, more than 80 percent of parents were unaware even existed. In order to be fully protected from meningitis, it is vital for stu- dents to get the separate, equally important meningitis B vaccine. The study also found that after learning about meningitis B, 89 percent of parents believe their children should be immunized. The Centers for Disease Control reports that meningitis B accounts for approximately 50 percent of all meningitis cases in persons 17 to 22 years old. Without the menin- gitis B vaccine, students are still at risk for this deadly disease. The meningitis B vaccine is recommended for adolescents and young adults. And because it is easily spread in environments where people live in close proxim- ity to one another, it is especially recommended for college students living on campus. My daughter Emily's life was taken too soon, but that doesn't mean that another parent needs to endure what our family has. By edu- cating both parents and students on meningitis B, its symptoms and the vaccine to stop it, we can save other young people from this deadly but preventable disease. * Alicia Stillman is the mother of Emily Stillman and the director of the Emily Stillman Foundation. The Foundation was created in 2014 to preserve the memory of Emily and raise awareness of meningitis B. They are also advocates of organ dona- tion. For more information about the Emily Stillman Foundation, visit www.foreveremily. org. The History of Jewish Humor – Ruth Bergman Treating Jewish jokes as texts, explore the meaning of the words that make us laugh and bind us as a people. Jewish Heretics and Heresies – Dr. Justin Sledge Investigate the lives and works of Judaism's most infamous troublemakers. The Hillel Challenge – Rabbi Tzvi Muller Learn how rituals can empower us to be better, kinder and more ethical people. What Every Jewish Person Needs to Know about the Qu'ran – Professor Howard Lupovitch Take a look at the Qu'ran and commentaries to get a better understanding of this complex text. The Book of Ruth – Rabbi Rod Glogower Close textural analysis on the literary and theological themes of the Book of Ruth. Living a Beautiful Life through Mussar – Rabbi Michael Cohen Mussar is a Jewish approach to personal growth and ethical living. Discover how to live a Mussar life. Jewish Superheroes: From Moses to Superman – Dr. Mitch Parker Analyze comic book superheroes to discover what they have in common with Jewish heroes. Contemporary Halachic Debates – Rabbi Michele Faudem Using ancient and modern Jewish texts, examine issues relevant today. A Jewish Understanding of the New Testament – Rabbi Joseph Klein The Christian Bible from a Jewish perspective. Lifting Up the Spirit and Soul: An Examination of the Jewish High Holydays – Rabbi Joseph Krakoff As we embark on the Jewish Year 5777, consider investing six evenings into living your best life now. A Bissel (Little) Yiddish! – Saul Hankin Get your feet wet in this introduction to Yiddish class. That Was Then, This is Now… – Rabbi Eliezer Finkelman Using Jewish "wisdom" from the past we will explore relevant and timely topics of our day. Hebrew Language All levels of Hebrew classes from beginning Hebrew through advanced literature classes. SPECIAL GUEST LECTURER Primo Levi and the Memory of the Offense – Professor Ralph Williams Join us for three unforgettable lectures on the life, prose and poetry of Primo Levi with popular University of Michigan Professor Emeritus Ralph Williams. Call 248-205-2557 to register. PICK A CLASS THAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU! PICK A CLASS THAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU! Just a sampling! Go to jewishdetroit.org/feded for a complete listing or call 248-205-2557 2116470