Dear Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Family,

We find ourselves in the midst of a profound crisis, both as a nation and as individuals. If circumstances permitted, I would meet each one of you in person to offer my support and share a comforting embrace.

I invite you to watch the brief video I've attached to this message. I hope it conveys not only the depth of my sorrow but also the enduring strength of my hope and faith. To me, this hope is rooted in the lasting power of the Zionist dream and in the remarkable resilience of our university, which I believe is the very embodiment of Zionism's ultimate aspirations.

The video clip is an excerpt from a recent Zoom conversation I had with supporters from across the globe. In it, I respond to a pressing question that challenges our very presence here.

Armed with the unshakeable belief that we have no alternative homeland, that we are an exceptional people, and that we are united by the unique mission of our university, I am confident that we will prevail. Through the power of our collective spirit, we will emerge from these dark times into the light.

Danny Chamovitz

President, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev