Letter to the Editor: Student apologizes for Chabad Menorah damage

By Aaron Navarro

Editor’s note: Ruby Rivera, University junior, submitted the letter below to The Daily Illini following an article that detailed her involvement in the damage of the Menorah at the Illini Chabad Center for Jewish Life. This letter has been edited for clarity.

To whom all this concerns,

I would like to deeply apologize for my actions that took place on the early morning of Sunday, Feb. 7. There was at no point any disrespect or malice meant toward any community or religion, but I take full responsibility for my actions. The incident happened (following) a night out and (this letter) is not meant as an excuse but more of an explanation of my actions. Once again, I did not intend to make people feel hurt, concerned or nervous (because of) my actions that took place Sunday morning. With taking responsibility for the incident and my actions, I know there are consequences that come along. I take full acknowledgement of and responsibility for them and I am willing to pay the cost for the damages that I caused.

Sincerely,

Ruby Rivera

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