Rush week review

by | Apr 30, 2026 | It's a Wrap, Latest News

During BBYO’s Rush Week, both Simcha BBG and OD AZA were able to host successful programs. 

 Rush Week is when BBYO chapters host events that are targeted towards new members, in an attempt to attract more people to get involved and join. 

 On Wednesday, March 18, both chapters held their respective programs, with Simcha hosting Pizza, PJ’s, and Productivity night and OD’s blue-collar night with yard games. 

 “It was a great atmosphere, even though no one really got all that much work done,” says Leah Steerman, a Simcha board member, when recounting the Pizza, PJ’s, and Productivity program. 

 Tidewater BBYO also attended the Norfolk Admirals game on March 22 to finish the week. The Virginia Council presidents from Richmond, Nica Shapovalova and Kaden Staffenberg, joined the local chapters at the game. The group watched three thrilling periods before the game went into overtime, with the Admirals coming out on top versus the Greensboro Gargoyles with a final score of 4-3. 

 With these programs completed, both chapters are looking forward to finishing the term out strong and are anticipating the upcoming spring regional convention in Charlotte, North Carolina.