Academic World

Pentagon demands audit of 30 universities, investigating Russian, Chinese, Iranian research ties

The Defense Department did not publicly list the 30 US schools to be reviewed for suspected ties to 130 research institutes based in Russia, China, and Iran, including civilian universities.

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth holds a briefing on the Iran war, amid a ceasefire between the US and Iran, at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, US, April 24, 2026.
Prof. Uriel Reichman, founding president and chairman of the Board of Reichman University

Prof. Uriel Reichman to receive the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor

The students will be integrated into core technological units in the Military Intelligence Directorate and the IDF in general. Program opening ceremony via Walla.

IDF Atidim launches first dedicated engineering track for haredi, minority students

Brown University President Christina Paxson listens during a press conference.

Brown University president Christina Paxson to step down after Trump administration clashes


HIT Celebrates Pioneers in Israeli Industry, Society and Health Sectors with Honorary Degrees

Five leaders in Israel’s innovation, health, society and defense industries receive honors for advancing global impact.

From left: Mr. Samuel Goldberg, Mr. Boaz Levy, Prof. Adir Pridor, Dr. Orna Berry, Mr. Pini Cohen, Prof. Mordechai Shani, Prof. Eduard Yakubov, Mr. Boris David Kandow, Dr. Refael Barkan, Prof. Daniel Zajfman.

Gil Troy may be the smartest defender of Israel - comment

As we mark the anniversary of October 7, I recommend that you read one of Prof. Gil Troy’s new publications, linked inside, to equip you with the intellectual arsenal necessary to advocate for Israel

 Gil Troy

‘Resilience’ is the word at Reichman University’s International School

Reichman University’s resilience shines as international students volunteer, stay in Israel during the war, and new students transfer to escape antisemitism.

TLC PIZZA BREAK for students in front of the dorms.

Prof. Liran Goren is charting the Earth’s surface—and beyond

Combining her vast knowledge, curiosity, and innovative spirit, Prof. Goren is resolved to uncover the Erath’s secrets.

 Prof. Liran Goren: " When you’re asking questions no one has asked before, sometimes you get stuck. It’s exciting and frustrating all at once."

Amid rising antisemitism, ISGAP hosts largest ever Oxford Summer Institute cohort

With antisemitism on the rise, ISGAP's Oxford program trains academics to fight prejudice through cutting-edge education.

Scholars from around the world convened at Oxford’s ISGAP summer institute.

Tel Aviv University announces second round of special admissions track for reservists

First-year students who have served more than 30 days in IDF reserves will be entitled to a 25% reduction in tuition fees.

Tel Aviv University

How Bar-Ilan University plans to use Its $260 Million donation for growth and tradition - opinion

Bar-Ilan University has received its largest donation ever. Its leaders must now decide how to use this money, balancing their agency for Jewish heritage and innovation.

 Galit Shohat-Ophir walks among researchers in a laboratory at the Bar-Ilan University, in Ramat Gan, Israel.

From the battle to the classroom: Behind the scenes of Israel’s wartime academic year

Israel's universities and colleges lost students, faculties, and staff due to reserve duty for the Israel-Hamas War. This forced academic institutions to adapt on the fly.

 The 2024 graduation ceremony at Afeka Academic College of Engineering in Tel Aviv

Hebrew University launches new English-taught undergrad program

Jewish students are being encouraged to study in Israel in light of increasingly hostile academic environments in the West.

A new immigrant, an Israeli and an international student strolling together at Hebrew University's Safra campus at Givat Ram, in Jerusalem.

Bill to fire academics who 'incite to terror' is unconstitutional, attorney general says

The bill also gives a Knesset subcommittee the authority to slash funding from institutions who ignore the bill, as well as take "other enforcement measures."

 Gali Baharav Miara