This Month, the University of Haifa welcomed H.E. Maciej Hunia, Ambassador of the Republic of Poland to Israel, for a landmark event hosted by the Interdisciplinary Unit for Polish Studies:

 “Joseph Bau – From Poland to Israel: Conference and Exhibition Opening”

This special gathering celebrated the extraordinary life and artistry of Joseph Bau, a Holocaust survivor, artist, and storyteller whose creative journey bridged Poland and Israel. The exhibition and conference highlighted his enduring cultural legacy, underscoring the profound historical and artistic ties between our nations. Ambassador Hunia’s participation underscored the importance of academic and cultural diplomacy in fostering mutual understanding. We are grateful for his visit and look forward to deepening collaborations between Poland and the University of Haifa.

Explore highlights from the event on our LinkedIn page.

The Division of Global Engagement was honored to welcome Mr. Georges Diener, Consul General of France in Haifa, accompanied by colleagues Ms. Ilana Cicurel and Ms. Daphna Lebowitz from the Consulate General in Tel Aviv, for a meeting at the University of Haifa.

The delegation engaged in fruitful discussions with President Gur Alroey, VP Tally Katz-Gerro, VP Oren Gazal-Ayal, DEI Commissioner Arin Salamah-Qudsi, and Dr. Emmanuelle Blanc from the School of Political Sciences. Together, they explored new avenues for Franc-Israeli academic cooperation, including: Joint conferences and exhibitions, Student and faculty exchange programs, and research initiatives in political and social sciences

This visit reinforced our commitment to strengthening ties with France and creating meaningful opportunities for cross-cultural learning. We look forward to turning these discussions into impactful collaborations.

Learn more about this visit on our LinkedIn page.

Last month, the University of Haifa welcomed a distinguished delegation of presidents and leaders from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for a transformative dialogue on academic collaboration and shared innovation.

The visit showcased Haifa’s unique academic profile, research excellence, and commitment to diversity, while exploring concrete opportunities for partnerships. 

Discover more about this visit on our LinkedIn page.

The University of Haifa’s Division of Global Engagement was proud to host a delegation from Florida, marking an important step in fostering academic and research ties with a variety of stakeholders. 

The discussions centered on expanding partnerships, deepening ties, and exploring potential partnerships in education, research, and cultural exchange between institutions in Florida and the University of Haifa.

We look forward to transforming these discussions into impactful collaborations that benefit students, researchers, and communities in both regions.

Learn more about our international partnerships on our LinkedIn page.