Ben-Gurion University of the Negev facts for kids
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אוניברסיטת בן-גוריון בנגב (Hebrew)
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Former name
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University of the Negev |
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| Motto | השראה פוגשת מצוינות (Hebrew) |
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Motto in English
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Inspiration Meets Excellence |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1969 |
| Endowment | $424 million |
| Budget | $466 million |
| President | Daniel Chamovitz |
| Rector | Chaim Hames |
| Senior faculty | 873 |
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Administrative staff
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1,155 |
| Students | 18,357 |
| Undergraduates | 12,169 |
| Postgraduates | 4,292 |
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31°15′43.89″N 34°48′5.44″E / 31.2621917°N 34.8015111°E |
| Colors | Orange, Black, and White |
| ARWU World | 501–600 |
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| THES World | 501–600 |
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) is a large public university in Beersheba, Israel. It is a place where students and professors do a lot of important research. The university is named after David Ben-Gurion, who was Israel's first leader.
BGU was started in 1969. Today, it has five campuses. Three are in Beersheba, one is in Sede Boqer, and another is in Eilat. About 20,000 students study there. The university has special research centers. These include places for studying biotechnology, tiny materials (nanoscale science), and desert environments.
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Discovering BGU's Story
Ben-Gurion University began in 1969. It was first called the University of the Negev. Its main goal was to help the Negev desert grow and develop. This desert makes up more than half of Israel.
The university was later renamed after David Ben-Gurion. He was Israel's first prime minister. He strongly believed that the future of the country was in this desert region. After he passed away in 1973, the university was given his name.
In 2016, the university received a huge gift of about $400 million. This was from Dr. Howard and Lottie Marcus. It was the largest gift ever given to an Israeli university. This amazing donation helped the university a lot.
Learning and Research at BGU
Ben-Gurion University is known for its strong academic programs. It is ranked among the top universities in the world. It is also highly ranked for younger universities and for its computer science programs.
What Can You Study?
BGU has five main areas of study, called faculties. These include:
- Engineering Sciences
- Health Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Business and Management
The university also has seven special schools. These schools offer advanced studies. They also include medical training and community health programs.
Amazing Research Institutes
BGU is home to eight important research institutes. These places focus on different kinds of studies. Some examples are:
- The Jacob Blaustein Institutes for Desert Research
- The Ilse Katz Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology (studying very tiny things)
- The Ben-Gurion Research Institute for the Study of Israel
Computer Science at BGU
The computer science program at BGU started in 1978. It was one of the first in Israel to teach students using modern methods. Students learned a programming language called Pascal. They also used computer terminals instead of old punch-card machines. This is where the university's strong Computer Science Department began.
The Medical School for International Health (MSIH)
The MSIH is a special medical school at BGU. It started in 1997. It is a four-year program taught in English. Students learn about global health, which means health issues around the world. Most students come from the United States and Canada.
In October 2019, a new group of MSIH students received their white coats. This is a special ceremony for future doctors.
Teamwork in Research
BGU has many research centers where different experts work together. There are over sixty of these centers! They study a wide range of topics. These include health, nutrition, and even solar energy.
Programs for International Students
BGU offers ten programs for students from other countries. These programs allow students from all over the world to study in Israel. Some examples are:
- The Albert Katz International School of Desert Studies
- The Medical School for International Health
- The Israel Studies International Program
Notable People from BGU
Many talented people have studied or worked at Ben-Gurion University. They have gone on to do great things in many fields.
See also
In Spanish: Universidad Ben-Gurión del Néguev para niños
- List of universities in Israel
- Education in Israel
Images for kids
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National Institute for Biotechnology
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Behavioral Sciences Complex
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Solar and Environmental Physics building
