Student Spotlight: Ophir Netzer
AFUH spoke with Ophir about what she is seeing among Nova survivors today, what science is revealing about trauma and consciousness, and where she finds hope amid ongoing pain.
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.
Student Spotlight: Liad Abada – Rising from the Rubble
In this moving conversation, Liad shares what it means to stay grounded in purpose even as everything familiar burns away, and how University of Haifa has stood by him during the most difficult period of his life.
From Computer Science to Accounting: A Journey of Purpose and Passion
Juana Nasr-El-Din shares her motivations, the impact of the October 7th attacks on her life, and her aspirations for the future. Through her story, we gain insight into resilience, cultural values, and the power of making meaningful choices.
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.
Decoding Humanity: Tomer Malkevich Fuses Passions in Tech and Psychology
Tomer Malkevich, a third-year Cognitive Science and Information Systems student at University of Haifa, has always been drawn to the intricate relationship between technology, psychology, and human interaction.
From Haifa to Seoul, Asnika Kebede Bridges Cultures Through Business and Language
University of Haifa is no stranger to a diverse array of students with ambitions that aim much farther than the pastoral northern Israel city. One such student is Asnika Kebede, a 27-year-old Ethiopian-Israeli from Jerusalem, who is forging her path in international business and Asian studies.
After 9 months in reserve duty, Reem Tibi is ready to focus on the future
University of Haifa law student Reem Tibi spent nearly a year in the IDF reserves, leaving him forever changed. In this candid conversation with American Society of the University of Haifa, Tibi talks in depth about his army service, how he managed to still complete his exams, and why he has no plans to rest in the near future.
Making the world and Haifa a better place: a conversation with Yuval Guetta
Yuval Guetta has had her hands full since October 7. She has managed a home as her live-in boyfriend spent 260 days in active service; served multiple weeks in reserve duty herself; volunteered for a variety of campus activities; and worked hard to finish her bachelor’s degree at University of Haifa in Political Science, Economics, and Philosophy.
