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Danielle Taubman

Jan 2, 2014, 2:05 PM

“Not An Ulpan” offers a fresh alternative to ulpan

Learning a new language may be one of the most challenging tasks in the world. It requires patience, discipline, as well as the desire to learn. It also necessitates the confidence to make mistakes in front of strangers and,...

Nov 26, 2013, 12:46 PM

Who cares about Israel’s smoking ban?

When Americans visit Israel, they quickly notice the smoke. The sizable number of smokers in Israel always surprises me given the now decades-old warnings about the many dangers of smoking. When I’m in Israel I tend to forgive a lot of...

Oct 25, 2013, 9:41 AM

“Please Start the Music”—Rihanna Comes to the White City

Although I am typically not one to frequent large concerts, there is something romantic about seeing a major concert in a foreign country—particularly when the artist is Rihanna. I’ve been a fan of her music since her slightly more...

Jun 30, 2013, 6:28 PM

Third Time’s The Charm

This marks my third time in Israel. As a 22-year-old Jewish girl, I still had never set foot here. I had no idea this fact was surprising until a rabbi told me so. He also added that his children had...

About Me

Danielle Taubman specialized in health communications at the University of Michigan School of Public Health; She was born and raised in Metro Detroit and is now living in Israel where she works as a research assistant at the University of Haifa School of Public Health; She has contributed to several personal and professional blogs, but especially enjoys health and wellness blogging.