In the News In a landmark investment in Israeli nursing education, the Azrieli Foundation has donated $10 million to establish the Azrieli Advanced Nursing Center at the University of Haifa.The…
In the News Ophir Netzer, a doctoral student at University of Haifa’s School of Psychological Sciences, has been awarded the prestigious President of Israel’s Scholarship for Excellence and Scientific…
In the News Photo: Michael and Linda Frieze with President Gur Alroey at the Honorary Doctorate Ceremony, March 2025.The Home Again campaign launched recently with significant momentum, highlighted by a…
In the News University of Haifa proudly welcomes six exceptional new faculty members joining after prestigious Alon Fellowships, Israel’s leading program for early-career academic talent. They include: Dr. Ziv Ben-Zion…
In the News The University of Haifa proudly celebrates five alumni appointed to senior IDF General Staff positions, highlighting the University’s role in shaping Israel’s security leadership. The appointments include:…
In the News After decades of advocacy the Council for Higher Education has approved the establishment of the University of Haifa’s medical school – a transformative initiative set to revolutionize…
In the News The University of Haifa proudly congratulates Prof. Belu-Simion Fainaru (Department of Architecture) on receiving the Israel Prize in Design and Interdisciplinary Art. The award committee recognized him as “one…
In the News Over 20 years ago, Michael and Linda Frieze first stepped onto our campus through CJP – the Boston-Haifa Connection – and saw a place where their vision…
In the News Prof. Batya Engel-Yeger (Dean of Students, Department of Occupational Therapy) has once again been honored with the American Occupational Therapy Foundation's A. Jean Ayres Award for the second consecutive year. Recognized for…
In the News (l-r) Dan Anzencot (Israel School of Tourism) on the oud instrument, Prof. Robert Elbaz, and President Gur Alroey. In a heartfelt ceremony attended by the President, the Rector,…
In the News (l-r) Dr. Sharon Nazarian, Soraya Nazarian, and President Gur Alroey. The University of Haifa recently welcomed longstanding friends, Soraya and Sharon Nazarian, to inaugurate Hole in the Heart,…
In the News President Gur Alroey and senior leaders from the Africa Division and the Israeli Agency for International Development Cooperation (MASHAV) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs attended the…
In the News The University of Haifa proudly conferred its highest honor, the degree of Doctor of Philosophy Honoris Causa, upon Justice Esther Hayut, Supreme Court President (Ret.). Justice Hayut…
In the News Nathan Royce Silverstein, US lawyer and philanthropist, joined the University’s President, Prof. Gur Alroey, Rector, Prof. Mouna Maroun, and Faculty of Law Dean, Prof. Tal Zarsky to celebrate the inauguration…
In the News Dr. Gideon Bickel, agronomist, entrepreneur, and businessman, has gifted the University’s Institute of Evolution with a 61-dunam (15-acre) plot of land in Moshav Neve Yarak to establish…
In the News The University of Haifa UK Board of Trustees, co-chaired by Efrat Sopher and Russell Jacobs, hosted the prestigious event for University friends and supporters in England. Attendees were greeted by…
In the News Dr. Yael Mayer and Dr. Yael Enav, clinical psychologists in the Department of Counseling and Human Development, were honored with the Yaffe London-Yari Award for outstanding initiatives…
In the News The prestigious grant will support the launch of a groundbreaking training program aimed at integrating discharged soldiers and reservists into the field of marine studies. A collaborative…
In the News The Israeli Association for Public Law has awarded the prestigious Gorni Prize to two distinguished researchers from the Faculty of Law: Prof. Oren Gazal-Ayal, Vice President and…
In the News Congratulations to Prof. Eli Somer (Department of Social Work) upon being selected for the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Israeli Society for Sexual Trauma Treatment & Prevention…
In the News Dr. Arnie Aberman, a longstanding member of the University of Haifa Board of Governors and former Dean of the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine, has returned…
In the News The University of Haifa will continue to offer full dormitory fee exemption for students serving in the IDF reserves again this academic year. Student reservists will also…
In the News A groundbreaking study led by Prof. Shani Stern (Sagol Department of Neurobiology) reveals that 75% of genes associated with autism spectrum disorder are also linked to schizophrenia.…
In the News The University of Haifa congratulates design student Mor Friedberg on winning the prestigious Armon Foundation Award for her project, "Planning Eilat as a Receiving Port City." Guided…
In the News A young blackchin guitarfish washed up on the shores of Israel. Credit: Aviad ScheininProf. Dan Tchernov and Dr. Aviad Scheinin (Leon Charney School of Marine Sciences), along with their team, have…
In the News Following a petition to Israel’s High Court, filed by the University's Legal Clinics on behalf of students at Tel Hai and Sapir Colleges, the government has agreed…
In the News Prof. Merav Roth (Department of Counseling and Human Development) shares insights into the psychological impact of Israel’s prolonged hostage crisis and conflict, emphasizing the role of both individual…
In the News The University of Haifa proudly celebrates Prof. Israel (Issy) Doron (Dean, Faculty of Social Welfare and Health Sciences) on receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award in Gerontology from…
In the News (l-r): Prof. Arin Salamah-Qudsi, Prof. Oren Gazal-Ayal, Prof. Mouna Maroun, Prof. Gur Alroey, Mr. Sharon Zaid, Prof. Tally Katz-Gerro, Mr. Gideon Herscher, and Prof. Ofer Arazy. As we embark on a new academic year,…
In the News The University of Haifa has unveiled a powerful new memorial sculpture, "Hole in the Heart," generously donated by artist and philanthropist Soraya Sarah Nazarian. This moving piece,…
In the News The University's iconic Eshkol Tower shines in solidarity with the "Bring Them Home Now" movement, calling for the release of hostages who have been held in Gaza…
In the News At the recent exhibition of final graduation projects at the School of Design, several memorials were featured, honoring those who tragically lost their lives on October 7th and during…
In the News High school students from Shchakim School in Nahariya achieved a remarkable feat – their groundbreaking research on degenerative diseases in space was published in Astrobiology, a leading journal in the…
In the News The University of Haifa extends its heartfelt congratulations to our newest graduates as they embark on their future endeavors. 1,988 Bachelor's Degrees2,728 Master's Degrees+200 International graduate degrees187 PhD Degrees80 Teaching Certificates I am very…
In the News The 14th Annual Law Conference addressed pressing national issues, including the recent court ruling on drafting Haredim (ultra-Orthodox Jews) into the IDF. When asked by Dean Prof. Tal…
In the News Prof. Mouna Maroun, VP and Dean of Research and Incoming Rector, along with faculty members Prof. Simon Shamay-Tsoory and Prof. Ahmed Abu Akel from the School of Psychological Science, collaborated with…
In the News The Carmel-Haifa Accelerator Program, funded by the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Space, will support five innovative university projects, helping them reach the feasibility stage. Congratulations to…
In the News Batia Shani led the first of a four-part discussion series for her exhibit, "Embroidered in the Body," at the Younes & Soraya Nazarian Library, attracting a wide and…
In the News The new journal, titled כדת וקאדין (الشريعة والقضاء) or "Sharia and Judiciary" in English, is Israel's first online journal dedicated to Sharia law. This initiative, a collaboration between the Haifa Laboratory…
In the News Twenty-six gifted youths participated in the University of Haifa Youth Division's first cohort of the "Idea" Summer Program, organized by the Future Scientists Center and the Ministry…
In the News Prof. Benny Miller (Director, The National Security Center) was recently awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award (2023-2024) from the Israeli Association for International Studies. Prof. Miller, who served as President…
In the News The University of Haifa has announced a historic $50 million pledge from the Amir Family Foundation to establish the Herta and Paul Amir School of Medicine on…
In the News The University of Haifa has retained its top spot among Israeli universities and ascended to the top 100 globally in the 2024 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings,…
In the News The German Friends of the University of Haifa, led by Chair Sonja Lahnstein-Kandel, recently held a number of high-profile events in Hamburg, Germany, attended by President Ron…
In the News The University of Haifa is proud to announce the appointment of Prof. Mouna Maroun as Rector. Prof. Maroun, currently the Vice President and Dean of Research, brings…
In the News University of Haifa welcomed its largest benefactor, Mrs. Herta Amir, who has generously pledged her support to establish the University's future School of Medicine. During her campus…
In the News Ambassador Jack Lew recently visited the University of Haifa, meeting with President Ron Robin, Rector Prof. Gur Alroey, and VP and Dean of Research and Development Prof.…
In the News During a recent visit to Haifa, the University of Haifa had the privilege of hosting members of the Frieze family. The family met with President Robin,…
In the News (l-r) Dr. Yifat Aran and Prof. Oren Gazal-AyalCongratulations to Prof. Oren Gazal-Ayal and Dr. Yifat Aran on being awarded the prestigious Cheshin Award for Academic Excellence in Law.…
In the News Interest in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has surged since the Gaza war outbreak. Traumatic memories can resurface years later, disrupting the lives of those who suffer from…
In the News Credit: Hagai Nativ/Morris Kahn Marine Research Station A novel research study conducted at Eilat's dolphin reef has revealed that ship noises disrupt dolphin communications. Led by Prof. Roee Diamant and Dr.…
In the News The University of Haifa community congratulates Prof. Sigal Zilcha-Mano (School of Psychological Sciences) on being awarded a prestigious ERC Consolidator Grant on "An Individual-Specific Understanding of How…
In the News The University of Haifa's Executive Committee announced that Prof. Gur Alroey has been unanimously elected the next President of the University. Prof. Alroey, who currently serves as Rector,…
In the News (l-r) Rector Gur Alroey, Prof. Irit Akirav, Head of the Bloom School for Graduate Studies, and President Ron Robin. University administration, Deans and dozens of faculty members, and…
In the News (l-r): Anita Friedman (Chairperson of World WIZO), Zvika Rak (Chairman of the Board of Directors of the NB Haifa School of Design), Architect Ori Ronen (Interim President of the…
In the News Dean of Students Prof. Batya Engel-Yeger (Department of Occupational Therapy), is set to receive the A. Jean Ayres research award for her groundbreaking research in sensory processing disorders. Her research…
In the News We recently celebrated the inaugural launch of the "Eastern Mediterranean Sea Centre – An Early-Warning Model-System for our Future Ocean" project, a collaborative effort with the Germany-based…
In the News Amitai Wagner (Faculty of Law) and Ramy Masalha (doctoral student in the Department of Computer Science). The University of Haifa proudly acknowledges its highly accomplished international debate team,…
In the News President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog were welcomed on the Mount Carmel Campus by University President Ron Robin, Rector Gur Alroey, Vice-President & CEO Sharon…
In the News Photo Credit: Amit Elkayam for The New York TimesThe New York Times published an insightful article that shines a light on our diverse and resilient student body, and the unique…
In the News In the latest thrilling National Geographic's 'Lost Cities' series, Albert Lin delves into new discoveries at the ancient Canaanite palace of Tel Kabri. Unveiling secrets both on…
In the News The University of Haifa community mourns the murder of Inbar Haiman, 28 year old visual communications student at the WIZO* Academy of Design, and extends its deepest…
In the News Dear Friends, The 2023-24 academic year opened on December 31, 2023, two months after its initial start date due to the outbreak of the "Swords of Iron" war…
In the News The event took place with the participation of the Program's generous supporters, the University's Hon. Dr. Ora Stibbe and Eytan Stibbe, Program's leaders Prof. Emeritus Avi Sagi-Schwartz…
In the News Two University of Haifa marine biologists, Prof. Tali Mass and Dr. Tal Luzzatto Knaan, combined their scheduled Antarctic expedition with the "Homeward Bound" program for women leaders…
In the News Lawyers and students from the Clinics for Law and Social Change at the Faculty of Law, under the direction of Adv. Haran Reichman, have launched a new…
In the News In the aftermath of October 7th, the University of Haifa extended its support to families evacuated from both the south and the north, offering them accommodations in…
In the News (l-r) Lovisa Hamrin, Chairwoman of The Hamrin Foundation, and President Ron Robin at a University of Haifa honorary doctorate event in Sweden honoring Prof. Bertil Andersson. The Hamrin…
In the News In the aftermath of the atrocities perpetrated by Hamas terrorists, who mercilessly, slaughtered, abused, violated, and kidnapped hundreds of innocent civilians, we are witnessing a deeply disturbing…
In the News Courtesy: American Society of the University of Haifa (ASUH). Representing University of Haifa and Israeli academia as a whole, President Robin met with university administrators, faculty and student…