Nachum had the honor and pleasure of welcoming Rabbi Mark Menachem Penner, Dean of the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary (Riets) to this morning’s JM in the AM to discuss the 5774 RIETS Chag HaSemikhah. “Yeshiva University is proud to celebrate the ordination of the Classes of 5771–5774 at its Chag HaSemikhah Convocation on Sunday, March 23, 2014. The ceremony will take place at 12 noon at Zysman Hall, Nathan Lamport Auditorium, at Amsterdam Avenue and 186th Street.” Nachum and Rabbi Penner spoke about the various details including the distinguished speakers and honorees that will be part of this amazing evening.