BGU: Exploring the World of Student-Led Radio Media
BGU Radio has been empowering students to learn, grow, and connect through podcasting, live broadcasts, and community-focused media, aiming to "create some root for development" while fostering innovation and cultural exchange.
BGU President Prof. Chamovitz: JPost 2024 Miami Summit Award
At the Miami Summit, President Prof. Chamovitz highlighted Ben-Gurion University of the Negev's commitment to diversity and received an award from the JPost for his contributions to academia and inclusivity.
Andrea Goren Appointed As A4BGU Board Chair
A4BGU is proud to announce Andrea Goren, a third-generation supporter of BGU, has been appointed as our new board chair, succeeding Gary DeBode. Mr. Goren will lead efforts to amplify BGU's mission in advancing Israel’s future from the Negev.
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.
BGU Student Noa Argamani: 50 Most Influential Jews 2024
Ben-Gurion University student Noa Argamani, known as "the face of the hostage crisis" after her capture by Hamas at the Nova Music Festival, has been honored on The Jerusalem Post's 2024 list of the 50 Most Influential Jews following her rescue.
BGU Prof. Liran Goren Uncovering the Earth’s Secrets
Prof. Liran Goren of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev is pioneering research in earth sciences, uncovering the dynamic processes that shape our planet and exploring the mysteries of its surface.
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.