The Technion’s story has been intertwined with Israel’s for more than a century, from laying the foundations for a new nation to shaping its future.
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For Margaret E. Kaplan, philanthropy is not an afterthought or an obligation—it is the lens through which she lives, creates, and connects. A former attorney turned full-time philanthropist, artist, and connector of people and ideas, the Sonoma, Calif., resident has shaped a giving legacy defined by passion, vision, and intellect. At the center of that […]
Under the shadow of geopolitical tension and global uncertainty around the future of Israel, doubling down on international academic collaboration can serve as an antidote that allows us to envision a brighter version of this future. Calls for boycotts of Israeli institutions ignore the fundamental function of academia as an open forum of ideas and eliminates the infinite potential for innovation when cross-cultural work prevails. Reflecting on Israel’s global collaborations reminds us of what is possible when we meet face-to-face with our peers from halfway across the world and harness the full power of our compassion for each other. The Michigan-Israel…
Hanukkah is a celebration of courage, ingenuity, and light triumphing over darkness. This year, its message is more meaningful than ever. At the Technion, we are helping Israel rise from two challenging years. Our brilliant minds are: Developing new energy sources Creating breakthrough cancer therapies Building sustainable food and water solutions Performing fundamental science that helps our alumni protect Israel These innovations are transforming hope into reality — and rebooting Israel’s economy. Across labs, classrooms, and communities, Technion innovators are illuminating the path forward, embodying the spirit of the Maccabees and inspiring resilience, unity, and hope. The Technion built Israel….
We are delighted to share our 2025 Year in Review, reflecting the achievements, challenges, and financial milestones of the American Technion Society’s 2025 fiscal year, which began October 1, 2024, and came to an end on September 30, 2025. Please watch a short video of thanks to the ATS community from Prof. Lihi Zelnik-Manor, the Technion’s vice president for external relations and resource development. Click on the image above to watch our 2025 Year in Review video.
From Steve and Ilene Berger When we attended our first American Technion Society event, we had no idea how profoundly the experience would impact our lives. Meeting a brilliant Technion professor and three of her students, we were deeply impressed by their professional work and personal stories — stories of ambition, courage, and resilience. The […]
Bennett Rechler is continuing a long legacy of supporting the Technion that began with his parents, the late Morton and Beverley Rechler. The Technion was a natural fit for the couple given Morton’s career as an aeronautical engineer and the couple’s deep-seated love for Israel. “They did a lot to teach my siblings and me […]
For Omer Sabary, life changed almost overnight. Days after winning top honors at Technion Pitch Night in New York City — a competition for t:hub students to pitch the next wave of Israeli startups — Iranian missiles rained down on Israel. His apartment was destroyed, his loved ones were in danger, and his world turned […]
Cornell Tech hosted the inaugural Disability and Access in Tech and AI Summit on Oct. 9-10 on its Roosevelt Island campus, bringing together researchers, technologists, and community advocates to explore how disability and accessibility intersect with innovation. The summit welcomed speakers, students, faculty, alumni, and community members from Cornell’s Ithaca campus, New York City, and around the United States. The event, designed to be a space for dialogue, lived experience, and cross-sector collaboration in addition to showcasing research, was co-organized by Omari W. Keeles, senior director for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and Thijs Roumen, assistant professor of information science…
Giving to your alma mater is one of the most popular philanthropic pathways for the average donor; far rarer in the charitable giving space is donating to another university with which you have no previous affiliation. Yet this is exactly what happened at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology over the last several months, during which we at the American Technion Society (the Technion’s U.S. fundraising arm) have seen a surge in planned giving commitments from brand new donors, many of whom have never engaged with the university previously. This uptick was not merely coincidence but a result of…
During my time with the American Technion Society (ATS), I have always been blown away by how we have cultivated a united community from different areas of the country to support the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology and the State of Israel. As a testament of that commitment, we are excited to announce the incredible milestone of having raised more than $1 billion over the last decade. Regardless of our backgrounds, each and every member has made a distinct impact on the future of the Technion, thereby ensuring the future of Israel itself. Philanthropy is an essential tool, not…
Over one hundred years ago, a few bold visionaries recognized the imperative to establish a nexus of research and technological advancement on Haifa’s Mount Carmel. The goal: to build the State of Israel physically and discover breakthroughs that would drive change around the world. From their determination came the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. Film producer and director Uri Rosenwaks created the inspiring documentary “Technion 10²” to celebrate and reflect on the impact that the university has had on the State of Israel and beyond. As the documentary moves through the Jewish film festival circuit here in the United…
Through their individual retirement account (IRA), Ellen and Robert Kaplan are supporting Technion graduate students today while planning for even greater support in the future. The couple, who live in Lexington, Mass., use annual distributions from their IRA to fund the Robert & Ellen Kaplan Doctoral Fellowship, which provides critical support to Technion graduate students […]