Supporting a 21st century unifying vision for Israel by rallying around BGU’s remarkable work and role as an apolitical beacon of light in the Negev desert.
BGU President Prof. Chamovitz: 50 Most Influential Jews 2024
Prof. Daniel Chamovitz, President of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, has been named to the Jerusalem Post's 50 Most Influential Jews list for the second year in a row.
JNS Spotlights ‘One Day,’ Which Raised $1M for Israel
350 supporters came out to Ziegfeld Ballroom on Sunday night for "One Day," A4BGU's Annual NY Benefit featuring Matisyahu to honor outgoing board chair Gary DeBode and to rally around Israel's only university in the Negev, Ben-Gurion University.
David Ben-Gurion Takes us Back to the Future
In a Times of Israel op-ed, Doug Seserman, CEO of A4BGU, highlights David Ben-Gurion's vision for Israel's future in the Negev and BGU's role in fulfilling it through innovation and resilience.
The BGU Community’s “Incredible Resilience”
A new Times of Israel featured piece examines how BGU remains committed to supporting its IDF reservist students during the new academic year, balancing academic standards with essential student resources.
BGU Researchers Make Fact-Checking Fake News Easier
Researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev have developed a machine-learning model to help fact-checkers identify fake news sources. They found that fact-checkers were overwhelmed especially at key moments, such as a US presidential election.
Video of the Month
Ben-Gurion Day in the USA 2024
This year’s commemoration of Ben-Gurion Day in the USA reflects his wisdom, resilience, and unwavering commitment to Israel.
If you missed our webinar, watch the recording here, presented by Americans for Ben-Gurion University (A4BGU) and the Ben-Gurion Heritage Institute
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We’ve changed our name! American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (AABGU) is now Americans for Ben-Gurion University. Learn more about us here.
