From Coexistence to Action: The MA in Interfaith Dialogue and Cooperation at the University of Haifa
At a time when religious identity is often discussed in the context of division, the University of Haifa is advancing a different model, one rooted in rigorous scholarship, sustained engagement, and long-term leadership across communities.
From Technology to Inclusion: A Conversation with Dr. Alexandra Saad
By being a pioneer in occupational therapy within the Israeli-Arab community and developing cutting-edge technology for assessment and accessibility, Dr. Alexandra Danial-Saad of University of Haifa’s Faculty of Social Welfare and Health Sciences is reshaping how people with disabilities access public, cultural, and educational spaces through advanced technology. She spoke with the American Friends of the University of Haifa (AFUH) about her journey, her innovative research, and her vision for inclusive, culturally grounded education.
From Physics to Diplomacy: Baidaa Obaid Finds Her Passion at University of Haifa
Baidaa Obaid, 22, grew up in the small Druze village of Sajur, and her journey through higher education has been anything but linear. Starting in engineering at another institution, she discovered her true calling in English Literature and Cognitive Science when she transferred to Haifa. Along the way, she found her voice in diplomacy as the president of the University’s Model United Nations program. In addition to that, Obaid also has her hands full as a research assistant in a neuroscience lab and a violinist. AFUH spoke with her about her path, passions, and advice for students charting their own journeys.
From IT Leader to Aspiring Diplomat: Amer Swatera’s Journey at University of Haifa
Amer Swatera, a second-year political science student at University of Haifa from Maghar, a small town in northern Israel home to Muslims, Christians and Druze, is balancing his studies with a career as an IT team leader. With a passion for diplomacy and a wealth of life experience, Amer brings focus, curiosity, and dedication to both the classroom and his future ambitions in the Foreign Service. He sat down with AFUH to talk about his experience at the University and his plans for the future.
Frieze Family Foundation commits $5 million to create ‘Center for Shared Society’ at University of Haifa
Breakthrough method analyzes word distribution to clarify origins of biblical passages — including disputed stories in Genesis, Samuel and Esther
Meet Salma Ghaben: Bridging Communities and Building a Future in Special Education
At just 20 years old, Salma Ghaben is already a powerful example of the values University of Haifa holds dear: academic excellence, diversity, and coexistence.
Election of first Arab rector a ‘message of hope’ for Israel
Building bridges in a year marked by tension
Marcus Mesherky has spent his time at University of Haifa not only completing his degree in biomedical sciences, but fostering meaningful connections even when political tensions make it challenging to do so.
We’re ignoring the power of religion to resolve conflicts
First-generation university student pursues her dream in Haifa
Orjwan Ghraba is starting a new and exciting chapter in her life as she begins her studies at University of Haifa, where she is earning a degree in Human Services and Sociology. Ghraba, who is from the small village of Reineh in northern Israel, is not letting her status as a first-generation university student deter her from finding academic success.
