BEN-GURION UNIVERSITY | THE WAY FORWARD

Niches paying tribute to donors and loved ones have also been created, further enhancing the landscape. Since their establishment, focal points like the Alex Goren Patio, the Zin Fellows Garden in memory of Ben Guefen z”l, the Marlene Iochpe Kolodny z”l Memorial Garden, and the Fira and Efim Guzik Plaza have become popular gathering places. The new Young Family Path of Human Experience is already well-traveled, inspiring those who make their way on it. A new botanical garden, named in honor of Sir Stephen Waley-Cohen, the former president of the Jewish Colonisation Association (ICA) founded by Baron de Hirsch, was created at the Sylvan Adams Campus in Sde Boker. To commemorate October 7th and the fallen among our community, a memorial garden was created on the Marcus Family Campus. The deep sense of loss is conveyed by the many stone monuments on which the names are inscribed and the Orna Ben-Ami sculpture, commissioned by Coby and Riki Dayan, of a group of 12 figures, one of which is designated by an empty space. The contemplative space is visited on Memorial Day and throughout the year.

and chairs. In just a short time, the presence of these new seating areas has changed the feel of the campuses, encouraging students of all backgrounds to gather and hang out in our public spaces; sharing these spaces, claiming these spaces, and experiencing a sense of belonging in these spaces. Our donors have supported these improvements on campus.

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