Recent Events & Webinars
LIVE PRESENTATION | February 28, 2024
Campus Coexistence with Israel at War
The American Society of the University of Haifa (ASUH) held a fascinating discussion with former Mossad Chief Tamir Pardo who will be speaking alongside Dov Weissglas, Chair of the Executive Committee of University of Haifa and former Director-General of Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office under Ariel Sharon. Pardo explained what he believes is occurring behind the scenes as Israel attempts to negotiate a cease-fire agreement with Hamas and determine a post-war plan for Gaza. The webinar was moderated by ASUH CEO, Naomi Reinharz. WATCH A RECORDING
LIVE PRESENTATION | February 15, 2024
Campus Coexistence with Israel at War
The American Society of the University of Haifa (ASUH) held a webinar with Prof. Arin Salamah-Qudsi and Dr. Yael Granot-Bein, Head and Director, respectively, of the University’s new Division of Diversity, Inclusion and Community. They revealed how during a period of extenuating circumstances, the campus community is not only making the best of the situation but rather thriving in the face of adversity and wartime.
The webinar was moderated by ASUH CEO, Naomi Reinharz.WATCH A RECORDING
LIVE PRESENTATION | January 24, 2024
The Nova Music Festival: Trauma & Mental Health Implications
The American Society of the University of Haifa (ASUH) held a webinar with University of Haifa’s Prof. Roy Salomon, a cognitive neuroscientist specializing in brain mechanisms of self-consciousness, who is also co-founder and board member of SafeHeart NGO, a nonprofit initiative providing psychological aid to survivors of the Nova music festival attack. Prof. Solomon discussed how SafeHeart has provided much-needed support for survivors of the Nova attack, such as sessions with therapists who have experience working with extreme traumatic events. The event was moderated by ASUH CEO, Naomi Reinharz. WATCH A RECORDING
LIVE PRESENTATION | January 10, 2024
The War & The Law: A Former Attorney General’s Take on Gaza
The American Society of the University of Haifa (ASUH) held a webinar with former Attorney General Avihai Mandelblit and the University’s Executive Committee Chairman Dov Weissglas, a former Director-General of the Prime Minister’s Office under former Prime Minister of Israel, Ariel Sharon. The timely discourse, coinciding with Israel’s active preparation for its legal defense in The Hague trial at the International Court of Justice, sheds light on the manner in which Israel is upholding the laws of war amidst the challenges and complexities associated with it. The event was moderated by ASUH CEO, Naomi Reinharz. WATCH A RECORDING
LIVE PRESENTATION | December 13, 2023
Why Hamas is Winning the PR Battle: A Communications Expert on What Israel is Doing Wrong
The American Society of the University of Haifa (ASUH) held a webinar with Dr. Gabriel Weimann, a distinguished cyberterrorism expert and Communications Professor at the University of Haifa. Formerly a fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, Dr. Weimann explored the ongoing discourse surrounding Israel’s war with Hamas and the misinformation shared accross social media, as well as strategies for Israel to reshape the narrative and garner international support.
The event was moderated by ASUH CEO, Naomi Reinharz. WATCH A RECORDING
LIVE PRESENTATION | November 29, 2023
Israel at War — Former PM Ehud Olmert’s Take on Gaza and What’s Next
The American Society of the University of Haifa (ASUH) held a webinar with former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and the University’s Executive Committee Chairman Dov Weissglas, a former Director-General of the Prime Minister’s Office under former Prime Minister of Israel, Ariel Sharon. Gain unique perspectives from these prominent figures as they discuss their roles in Israel’s disengagement from Gaza. The discussion featured insights on the future steps Israel should take and the upcoming developments for the region. The event was moderated by ASUH CEO, Naomi Reinharz. | WATCH A RECORDING
LIVE PRESENTATION | November 16, 2023
Israel at War — A High-Level Military & Diplomatic Perspective
The American Society of the University of Haifa (ASUH) held a webinar with former IDF Deputy Chief of Staff, Yair Golan and the University’s Executive Committee Chairman Dov Weissglas, a former Director-General of the Prime Minister’s Office under former Prime Minister of Israel, Ariel Sharon. The discussion explored Golan’s lifesaving efforts on October 7, and featured expert analyses from both Golan and Weissglas regarding Israel’s ongoing ground invasion. The event was moderated by ASUH CEO, Naomi Reinharz. | WATCH A RECORDING
