Program areas at AABGU
Ben-Gurion University (bgu) support: A4bgu raises funds within the u.s. for Ben-Gurion University. Support includes, but is not limited to, grants for ongoing operations (e.g. Scholarships/fellowships, student actvities), academic research (e.g. Water/environment, cyber security, robotics/artificial intelligence, medical breakthroughs), faculty recruitment, capital projects (e.g. Dormitories, research labs, classroom buildings, conference facilities), community outreach activities to support the development of israel's negev region (e.g. Volunteer and social action to under-resourced communities and individuals, bedouin support, youth clubs, mentoring/tutoring, University prep programs, etc. ).
The medical school for international health (msih) program: msih at bgu is a unique medical school that incorporates global health components into all four years of the core m.d. Curriculum. As a small and prestigious medical school, msih offers an m.d. Program that prepares students for a career going far beyond the hospital or private clinic. Students gain the training necessary to make a real impact by practicing medicine while meeting the challenges of global health. A4bgu markets, recruits, and interviews students in north america for msih by participating in conferences, visiting universities, and producing virtual and in-person events.
Raising awareness & education program: A4bgu raises awareness in the u.s. to potential donors about bgu and the negev region in general. A4bgu also educates current and potential donors on various research and community-based initiatives conducted by the University, as well as the negev region in general. A4bgu showcases bgu's academic excellence and groundbreaking research to individuals, foundations, organizations, and the media through various activities, including a series of educational programs, events, and informative digital and print communications featuring bgu's world-renowned research and academic excellence.
Zin fellows leadership program: the A4bgu zin fellows program is an inspiring and transformative opportunity for outstanding Americans in their 30s-50s. The eighteen month program consists of two in-person gatherings in the united states followed by an immersive israel experience. Zin fellows represent the best of the best in terms of the next generation. They are current and future american community leaders who are interested in understanding the unique role bgu plays in the development of the negev and the future of israel.