Great Midwest Region
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Revision as of 00:06, 12 January 2018
Great Midwest Region #61 (also known simply as GMR) is a region located in Illinois, spanning Chicago and its suburbs. It's regional mascot is the Ostrich, and its regional color is Chartreuse.
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Chapters
GMR currently has twelve chapters in and around Chicago. Some chapters have both a meeting and event every week. Other chapters meet less often.
AZA
BBG
BBYO
- Morshet Ma'arav BBYO
Connect
GMR is also home of monthly Connect Events planned by its the BBYO Connect & Outreach Coordinator, and it's BBYO members.
Leadership
AZA Regional Board
- Godol - AJ Katzenstein
- S'gan - Matthew Sturt
- Moreh - Preston Siegel
- Shaliach - Max Smith
- Mazkir - Brad Ross
- Gizbor - Jordan Swidler
BBG Regional Board
- N'siah - Sonia Holstein
- S'ganit - Camryn Oliff
- Mit Mom - Jordyn LeVay
- Sh'licha - Hana Hofeld
- Mazkirah - Mia Sherin
- Gizborit - Lily Block
Advisors
GMR has twenty four advisors working with its chapters and the region as a whole. They are volunteers who give of their time to interpret BBYO policy as well as work with the elected leadership to guide the chapters and region. Advisors attend all chapter and regional events and are available as resources and mentors to regional members.
Regional Professional Staff
- Senior Regional Director - Doug Winkelstein
- Associate Regional Director - Brett Musick and Bridget Rundquist
History
BBYO in Chicago used to be known as the Illinois Council and Chicago Council, which made up the Great Midwest Region. In 2001, the councils merged into what is now known as the Great Midwest Region and continue to carry on the Region's unique traditions.
