Nov 25, 2005 -- Yeshiva University introduced Kollel Yom Rishon for men and Midreshet Yom Rishon for women this past winter as part of an initiative to strengthen Jewish communal life and learning. By presenting shiurim (lectures) on Sundays to people with busy work weeks, YU gives participants the opportunity to learn Torah with many of YU’s esteemed rebbeim and Torah scholars. Both programs, developed for individuals from diverse religious backgrounds, were met with immediate success -- turnout exceeded expectations each week. The schedules for the Kollel and Midreshet Yom Rishon programs, are available at: www.kollelyomrishon.org and www.midreshetyomrishon.org Audio recordings of past shiurim are available there as well People are encouraged to attend all or part of the scheduled Kollel and Midreshet Yom Rishon programs. Complimentary parking is available.