Thank you for your interest in Americans for Ben-Gurion University! BGU is a catalyst for the advancement of science, medicine, technology, education, social policy, and more. With cutting-edge research in cyber and homeland security, alternative energy, desert and water research, global health, medical technologies, Israel studies, culture and Jewish thought, high-tech and robotics, among others, the University brings to life David Ben-Gurion’s vision that “The future of Israel will emerge from the Negev.”

We welcome the opportunity to speak with you about Israel and keep you connected to BGU. We can provide opportunities to meet BGU faculty, offer information about research and programs that interest you, and assist in planning a visit to BGU during your next trip to Israel.

We look forward to getting to know you and helping you find the most meaningful way to partner in the remarkable.


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Claire Winick
Philanthropic Relationship Officer

Phone:

212-687-7721


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Participants at a virtual parlor meeting with Ben-Gurion University’s Dana Gavish-Fridman, December 2020. Seated: Neil Hockstein, Carolyn Glazer Hockstein, Marcia Halpern and Jay Leistner – Beacon of Light in the Negev Award Recipients. Standing: Claire Winick, Philanthropic Relationship Officer; Doug Seserman, CEO, Americans for Ben-Gurion University, Sam and Connie Katz, Mid-Atlantic Chairs, Seth M. Siegel, Beacon of Light in the Negev Tribute Brunch featured speaker; David Cutler, Beacon of Light in the Negev Tribute Brunch Co-chair; Gary DeBode, President, Americans for Ben-Gurion University Board of Directors; Reiko Kayne and Barry Kayne, Delaware Chapter Chair. Seated: Neil Hockstein and Carolyn Glazer Hockstein, Beacon of Light in the Negev Award Recipients. Standing: Barry Kayne, Delaware Chapter Chair; Sam and Connie Katz, Mid-Atlantic Chairs. Seated: Neil Hockstein, Carolyn Glazer Hockstein, Marcia Halpern and Jay Leistner – Beacon of Light in the Negev Award Recipients. Standing: Gary DeBode, President, Americans for Ben-Gurion University Board of Directors; Seth M. Siegel, Beacon of Light in the Negev Tribute Brunch featured speaker; Doug Seserman, CEO, Americans for Ben-Gurion. Philadelphia Chapter Chair, Sherrie Savett, former Philadelphia Chair, Rob Zipkin and Mid-Atlantic Chair, Connie Katz at the Tribute Brunch Kickoff Dinner hosted by Sherrie Savett.
Dr. Joseph Sakran, graduate of BGU’s Medical School for International Health, speaking at the virtual Patron Party for the Beacon of Light in the Negev Tribute Brunch.

Dr. Joseph Sakran, graduate of BGU’s Medical School for International Health, speaking at the virtual Patron Party for the Beacon of Light in the Negev Tribute Brunch.

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