The Sara & Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center

05/21/2026

We are incredibly proud to see Holocaust survivor Maud Dahme featured on HISTORY Channel!

As one of the hidden children of the Holocaust in the Netherlands, Maud has dedicated her life to ensuring that the voices of the past are never forgotten. Her tireless work in promoting Holocaust education has reached students, educators, and communities all around the world.

By sharing her powerful story on a global platform, she continues to inspire future generations to stand up against antisemitism and other forms of hatred. We are profoundly grateful for her dedication, her resilience, and her vital contributions to Holocaust education.

Watch Now: https://www.history.com/videos/maud-dahme-hidden-child-of-the-holocaust

05/14/2026

Today, the Sara and Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center was proud to stand 'United in Green' alongside the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County in support of Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

The Holocaust Resource Center promises to continue promoting compassionate education, foster understanding, and highlight the importance of caring for one another.

Thank you to Stockton alum, Joshua Matz, and former student of our director, Irvin Moreno-Rodriguez, for remembering the lessons and legacies of the Holocaust. One person can make a diference!

05/09/2026

As the semester comes to a close, we’re reflecting on all the meaningful moments we’ve shared at the Sara and Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center. From engaging events and tours to thoughtful conversations and new connections.

Thank you to everyone who contributed their time, energy, and passion to make this semester so impactful. We’re proud of all we’ve accomplished together and can’t wait to see what’s ahead!🩵

05/07/2026

🎉As the semester comes to a close, we’re saying goodbye to our incredible interns who brought energy, curiosity, and dedication to everything they did at the Sara and Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center this semester.

Thank you for your hard work, your thoughtful contributions, and the passion you brought to our mission. You’ve made a lasting impact, and we’re so grateful to have had you with us this semester.

Wishing you all the best in what’s ahead, you’ll always be part of our HRC community! 🎉

05/06/2026

🧑‍🏫🍎💙This Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the incredible dedication of educators who teach the next generation about the atrocities of the Holocaust. We are grateful for the opportunity to have engaged with your students this past year.

Your dedication, passion, and commitment inspire critical thinking, compassion, and a deeper understanding of history. Thank you for guiding the next generation with such care and purpose.

We are grateful for all that you do—this week and always.

And, of course, a special thank you to Steve Marcus, coordinator of the Holocaust and Genocide High School Dual Credit Consortium!💙🍎🧑‍🏫

04/23/2026

04/17/2026

Last night, we were honored to welcome Sgt. Andrew “Tim” Kiniry, who shared his story with over 100 members of our community. The audience was deeply engaged in his powerful and detailed testimony. As a 45th Evacuation Hospital Combat Medic, Sgt. Kiniry served in the Battle of the Bulge, crossed the Rhine River into Germany in April 1945, and was then sent to Buchenwald, where he spent ten days treating victims and confronting the true horrors of the Holocaust.

During the program, Sgt. Kiniry was presented with a gift from Commander Martin Ross of the Garr-Greenstein Friedenberg Jewish War Veterans Post 39, making him an honorary Jewish War Veteran. Sgt. Kiniry also received an honorary Doctor of Public Service degree at Stockton’s 2025 Commencement.

We are especially grateful to Doug Cervi, adjunct faculty at Stockton University and instructor of The Impact of the Holocaust, for making Sgt. Kiniry’s visit possible and for bringing his students to hear this powerful testimony firsthand.

If you were unable to join us last night, you will have another opportunity to hear Sgt. Kiniry share his testimony in a more intimate setting on May 13, 2026, from 11:00 AM–3:00 PM (with a break for lunch at 1:00 PM) at the Millville Army Air Field Museum.

We also thank our cosponsors: Stockton’s Minors in Holocaust and Genocide Studies and Jewish Studies, the university’s High School Dual Credit in Holocaust and Genocide Studies Program, the Board of Jewish Education of Atlantic and Cape May Counties, and the Jewish Federation of Atlantic and Cape May Counties.

04/16/2026

On April 13, The Sara and Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center and the community came together in remembrance for Yom HaShoah, honoring the lives lost and the strength of those who survived. Through stories, reflection, and community, we carry their memory forward and stand united against hatred in all its forms.Thank you to Holocaust Survivor Raymond P***k for sharing his story with us.

We’d also like to thank our community partners: Beron Jewish Older Adult Services, Board of Jewish Education of Atlantic & Cape May Counties, Chabad Stockton University, Office of the Dean of Students at Stockton University, Garr-Greenstein Friedenberg, Jewish War Veterans Post 39, Generations after the Shoah, Holocaust Survivors’ Committee, Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties, Jewish Federation of Atlantic & Cape May Counties, Marjorie & Lewis Katz Jewish Community Center, MOSAIC, Sam Azeez Museum of Woodbine Heritage, Sara and Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center at Stockton University, South Jersey Board of Rabbis and Cantors, Stockton University Hillel.

To read more about this event, https://pressofatlanticcity.com/life-entertainment/local/faith-values/article_0b73f095-7f43-4812-bfd6-0c0cec92a2d2.html

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04/13/2026

Professor Spotlight: Dr. Michael Hayse. A professor of History and Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Stockton University, Dr. Hayse champions immersive learning through efforts such as leading study tours in Europe and working on the Holocaust Survivors of South Jersey Project.

Dr. Hayse teaches courses in modern European history, including history of Germany, history of modern Russia/the Soviet Union, the history of the Third Reich and Mussolini, Hi**er, and Stalin. He also teaches in the Master of Arts in Holocaust and Genocide Studies Program (MAHG). Dr. Hayse’s passion has been admired by many students for 30 years. His work and open kind demeanor is invaluable to students, faculty and the Holocaust Resource Center.

A professor of both history and Holocaust and Genocide studies at Stockton, Dr. Hayse prefers hands-on experimental learning, which can be seen through his m...

04/08/2026

Last night, we gathered in remembrance and reflection, marking 32 years since the end of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

We were honored to hear from survivor Kizito Kalima, founder of the Peace Center for Forgiveness & Reconciliation, and advocate who has dedicated his life to education, peacebuilding, and sharing his story to prevent future atrocities.

As a child during the genocide, Kizito endured unimaginable loss and violence. Today, he uses his voice to educate communities, empower young people, and promote dialogue rooted in empathy and understanding. His story is a powerful testament to resilience, memory, and the importance of bearing witness.

As we remember the lives lost, we also reaffirm our responsibility to educate, to speak out against hatred, and to ensure that “never again” is more than just words.

We would like to thank Mr. Kaleem Shabazz, President of Bridge of Faith— the Greater Atlantic City Area’s largest interfaith coalition of clergy and community leaders—for a timely and powerful introduction. We would also like to thank our co-sponsors for their help with advertisement and continuous support.