University Features

Maya’s Smile: From Tragedy to Inspiration

AFA college scholarship enables Ariel resident, Maya Ariel-Nahalon to realize her dream of making people smile.

Meet Ariel’s New Education Director

Ilana Nulman brings passion, inspiration, and vast experience to Ariel’s education system.

Acclaimed Filmmaker Dani Menkin Comes for a Visit

Dani Menkin, one of the biggest names in Israeli documentary films, paid a visit to Ariel University as a guest of Eyal Boers, head of the University’s Film/TV track and filmmaker in his own right (Live or Die in Entebbe).

AFA Celebrates Educational Excellence in Ariel

On June 23, 2013, American Friends of Ariel hosted a festive gala at the “big top tent” at the Ariel National Leadership Development Center to honor this year’s Outstanding Educators.

New Synagogue at Ariel University

The new “Bet Shalom” synagogue has been dedicated at Ariel University, serving students, staff and residents.

Yigal Cohen-Orgad Wins Moskowitz Prize

Chancellor of Ariel University, Yigal Cohen-Orgad was recognized for his outstanding contributions to Israel and Zionism.

Ariel’s Annual Conference of Law & Mass Media Draws Leading Experts

The annual Conference of Law and Mass media at Ariel University drew luminaries in the fields of international law, diplomacy, and media to examine the changing landscape of the Middle East.

City of Ariel wins National Education Prize

After winning the district education prize and moving on to the national finals, Ariel’s municipal education system received additional recognition for its outstanding quality.

Prime Minister Visits Ariel University

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Ariel University on Tuesday, January 8 – the first visit by a prime minister since the institution received university status last month.

Ariel University

It is our honor and pleasure to finally be able to inform you that as of this morning, the 12th of Tevet, 5773, December 25th, 2012, Ariel University is a reality.

Academic Year Begins For Israel’s newest University!

Some 14,000 students were back in Ariel on October 21 for the start of the new academic year. This time around, they weren’t studying at the Ariel University Center; instead they were heading to Israel’s eighth and newest university – Ariel University.

University Way

Ariel University Center is on its way to receiving full recognition of its official university status. It’s been a long, windy road. As we near the light at the end of the tunnel there are still a number of potholes in our way.