Students

Ben-Gurion University tops list of on-time graduates in Israel, new ranking reveals

According to the report, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) recorded Israel’s highest on-time graduation rate, with 91%, followed by Bar-Ilan University at 87%

Graduates celebrate at a commencement ceremony at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, which is fielding a growing number of inquiries from Americans interested in enrolling for college at the university in Beersheva, Israel.
Pitchon-Lev launches new scholarship for youth from Israel’s socio-economic periphery

Pitchon-Lev launches new scholarship for youth from Israel’s socio-economic periphery

Tel Aviv University's new Global Young Leadership Community on

Tel Aviv University launches Global Young Leadership Community 

Anti-regime protesters gather in Tehran, January 5, 2026; illustrative.

WATCH: Iran arrests 'Mossad agent' participating in ongoing nationwide protests


Ben-Gurion University of the Negev: Expanding Global Connections in Challenging Times

This January, a Ben-Gurion University delegation traveled to India to strengthen ties with leading universities and industry pioneers.

 BDU delegation visit India

Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality to gradually remove smartphones from schools, mayor announces

Mayor Huldai: "We will not let technology control us—smartphones are coming out of schools"

 School smartphone bans fail to improve students' wellbeing or grades, study finds. Illustration.

iDigital launches a special promotion for students

iDigital is offering students discounts on all Mac models, including the valuable iDigital Mac Pack, which comes with extended warranty, a trial period, and installment payment options.

 MacBook Air with M2

There is a new generation of electronic dictionaries. And we even tested it

Electronic dictionaries offer technological capabilities that streamline the learning process and provide accurate and fast understanding. We tested Babylon's new dictionary.

 Babylon's new dictionary

Israeli teacher shows fifth-graders October 7 horror film, drawing rebuke

The parents of the students were outraged, some of whom said their children now suffer from nightmares and anxiety due to the film.

 Homes are destroyed, following the deadly October 7 attack by Hamas terrorists from the Gaza Strip, in Kibbutz Kfar Aza, southern Israel November 2, 2023

Trump's 'Mar-a-Gaza' plan breaks academia's two-state dogma - opinion

The plan will either be used to further demonize Trump and Israel, or it could set a precedent for thinking outside the box – not only in the Middle Eastern domain but across other academic areas.

 US PRESIDENT Donald Trump greets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House last week. Imagine if a university professor had hinted at the possibility of the US owning Gaza before Trump’s proposal, the writer ponders.

Rewire by Remitly removes fees for international transfers from Israel

Rewire by Remitly eliminates fees for money transfers from Israel to 130+ countries, making international remittances more affordable for migrant workers and students.

Money

Israel unveils AI-powered education plan with tech giants’ backing

Israel's Education Ministry launches a nationwide AI integration plan, partnering with tech giants to train teachers and enhance classrooms with advanced tools.

 AI education illustrative

Achievements of Israeli students are at an alarming decline - opinion

This trend is concerning, given that Israel’s economic engine, the hi-tech industry, heavily relies on graduates’ mathematical skills.

 A STUDENT returns to school in Safed, after the holidays last October.

The renewed Alony showroom: An exhibition in an optimistic spirit

Alony is launching its renewed showroom with an exhibition of works by architects and design students – "Sunrise," a creative journey aimed at inspiring hope.

The "Sunrise" exhibition - "Mirror Mirror" by Rotem Levi and Orly De Lio