Social Sciences & Humanities Bringing together liberal arts and social sciences into one faculty known for interdisciplinary education and research. read more

Zin Fellows AABGU is creating a community of leaders committed to fulfilling David Ben-Gurion’s vision for Israel’s Negev region. read more

Board of Directors AABGU’s board of directors is committed to fulfilling David Ben-Gurion’s vision for the Negev and the future of Israel. read more

American Associates (AABGU) We believe the future of Israel depends on excellence in higher education and research that is happening at BGU. read more

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev BGU was inspired by the vision of Israel’s first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion, who believed that the future of Israel lay in Negev region.

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Visit BGU Come see Israel’s oasis of innovation for yourself. On your next trip to Israel, include a visit to BGU on your itinerary. read more

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Robotics & High-Tech Robotics is only the beginning for BGU and the high-tech industry in Beer-Sheva. read more

Medical Research Medical research at BGU covers the spectrum of human health, with emphasis on neurosciences, diabetes, cardio metabolic health, and cancer. read more

Israel Studies, Culture & Jewish Thought David Ben-Gurion dreamed of creating a Hebrew Oxford in the Negev as a modern Hebrew Yavneh. read more

Homeland & Cyber Security BGU is developing technologies that address Israel’s security challenges and those of its allies. read more

Desert & Water Research BGU is recognized by the United Nations as a world leader in desert research, water resources and sustainable development of drylands. read more

Alternative Energy BGU researchers, pioneers and leaders in renewable fuels for over three decades, are powering the future of energy. read more

Planned Giving Gain a better understanding of how including AABGU in your long-term estate planning could benefit you, your family and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev – now and in the future. read more

Get Involved Locate the AABGU representative in your area and find out how you can plug in to your passions by supporting Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. You can also read about how BGU is impacting your local community. read more

News & Videos Read about the many ways BGU is making a difference in the Negev, Israel and throughout the world. View videos that highlight the students, researchers and faculty who are turning David Ben-Gurion’s vision into a reality. read more

Research at BGU Discover how BGU is advancing research in the sciences and the humanities. Bringing together the best and brightest Israeli and international researchers, BGU encourages collaboration and strives for excellence. read more