Reposted from the Jewish News Service (JNS) American Friends of Tel Aviv University (AFTAU) has appointed Dima Shimelfarb as Vice President of Development for the Eastern Region, a newly-created role designed to strengthen the organization’s national fundraising presence. The announcement was made by Ben Pery, CEO of AFTAU, who noted that the appointment is part… Read More
Tel Aviv University (TAU) will bestow an Honorary Doctorate on neuroscientist, actress and advocate Dr. Mayim Bialik at a ceremony during the annual TAU Board of Governors gathering this coming May, 2026. “What truly inspires us is her courage and clarity,” the University said when announcing its selection. “Mayim speaks up for Israel and the… Read More
American Friends of Tel Aviv University (AFTAU) today announced the appointment of Ben Pery as Chief Executive Officer, effective November 3, 2025. A proud Tel Aviv University (TAU) alumnus and seasoned nonprofit executive, Pery brings a deeply personal connection to TAU and a bold plan to expand AFTAU’s reach, deepen donor engagement, and strengthen the… Read More
Tel Aviv University (TAU) is proud to announce that it is awarding Steve Witkoff the George S. Wise Medal, one of the University’s highest honors. This accolade recognizes his pivotal contributions to the return of the hostages to Israel, efforts to end the war, and role in initiating early steps toward regional peace. The award… Read More
Tel Aviv University (TAU) has announced that in 2026 the University will award an Honorary Doctorate to Einav Zangauker in recognition of her uncompromising, courageous, and inspiring struggle over nearly two years, together with the Hostages and Missing Persons Families Forum and the broader public, for the return to Israel of all hostages. On October… Read More
Professor Dan Peer, Vice President of Research and Development at Tel Aviv University, was elected a Fellow of the United States National Academy of Inventors (NAI). The appointment to the rank of NAI Fellow is the highest recognition given by the Academy, awarded to innovators whose inventions have had a decisive impact on quality of… Read More
Philanthropist David Magerman, through The Tzemach David Foundation, has made a $1,000,000 five-year investment in Tel Aviv University (TAU). This new funding will initially support a program for non-Hebrew speaking students to learn academic Hebrew and integrate into STEM degree programs. Magerman, a data scientist and venture capitalist, publicly pulled his donations from the University… Read More
Until today, the Student Services Division at Tel Aviv University (TAU) has been dedicated to providing students with a vital range of services including financial aid, academic counseling, tutoring, mentoring, career guidance, and psychological support. With our increasingly networked world and today’s expectations of a more seamless and hands-on experience when seeking services, the University… Read More