Hebrew University Renames Mt. Scopus Campus After Record $250 Million Donation
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
American investor John Paulson has made a record $250 million donation to the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, which will rename its Mount Scopus campus in his and his wife Alina's honor. The funds will support engineering, medical research, trauma recovery, and a new think tank. Paulson stated the gift demonstrates solidarity with Israel and supports its academic and security needs. This donation is the largest in the university's history and aims to bolster its innovation and healthcare sectors.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- John Paulson donated a record $250 million to Hebrew University, the largest gift in its history.
- Hebrew University's Mount Scopus campus will be renamed the Alina and John Paulson Campus.
- The donation will fund a new engineering faculty, medical research, and trauma recovery initiatives.
- Paulson stated the gift shows solidarity with Israel and supports its scientific and security needs.
- The funds will also establish a think tank to translate academic research into public impact.
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