Technion update log

18/10/2023

Technion Update

Wednesday, 22.11.23, 20:45

Shalom,

Look Them in the Eyes – We Must Bring Them Home Now!

This morning, the Technion hosted a rally to support the release of the abductees and to show solidarity with their families. We all hope for their safe return as soon as possible from Gaza.

Click here to watch the rally >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPICrJykulw

In light of the Home Front Command’s instructions, which remain unchanged, the activities tomorrow, Thursday, 23.11.23, will continue as planned.

Wishing you a pleasant evening.

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Technion Update

Tuesday, 21.11.23, 19:45

Shalom,

In light of the Home Front Command’s instructions, which remain unchanged, the activities tomorrow, Wednesday, 22.11.23, will continue as planned.

Tomorrow at 11:30 AM, we will gather to advocate for the release of the abductees. This event will be held at the Central Library Square.

Due to the Home Front Command’s regulations on public gatherings, registration is required to participate.

Please register at the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/grhJBL05tH

Wishing you a pleasant evening.

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Technion Update

Monday, 20.11.23, 17:45

Shalom,

In light of the Home Front Command’s instructions, which remain unchanged, the activities tomorrow, Tuesday, 21.11.23, will continue as planned.

On Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at 11:30 AM, we will gather to advocate for the release of the abductees. This event will be held at the Central Library Square. Due to the Home Front Command’s regulations on public gatherings, registration is required to participate.

Please register at the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/grhJBL05tH

Wishing you a pleasant evening.

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Technion Update

Wednesday, 19.11.23, 19:00

Shalom,

In light of the Home Front Command’s instructions, which remain unchanged, the activities tomorrow, Monday, 20.11.23, will continue as planned.

Wishing you a peaceful evening.

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Technion Update

Saturday, Nov 18, 2023, 19:15

Good evening,

In view of the current assessment of the situation, which remains unchanged, the Technion campuses will continue to operate under the emergency routine established over the past week. We are adhering to the Home Front Command’s guidelines and are allowing flexibility for remote work, subject to approval by supervisors as necessary.
This week, our various academic departments and units will complete emergency drills for accessing protected areas, under the guidance of the Security and Emergency Unit. Please be aware of the drill schedules in your building.
The Department of Biotechnology and Food Engineering, in collaboration with the Mutual Responsibility Center and with the support of numerous Technion staff volunteers, prepared, packaged, and delivered approximately 300 parcels of challah and cakes to our reserve soldiers in celebration of Shabbat. We commend everyone involved!
Next week, we will continue to focus on activities that foster social engagement. The Mutual Responsibility Center remains open for ongoing volunteer opportunities. For more details, visit (Hebrew): https://technion.my.canva.site/
The Office of the Dean of Students has established the “Technion Resilience Center” under the Center for Student Counseling and Support. This center offers professional assistance to students dealing with stress, emotional challenges, and academic preparation. We encourage you to reach out to us at 077-8874112 or via email at counsel@technion.ac.il.

Wishing you all a great week ahead

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Update from the Technion

Thursday, November 16, 19:30

Shalom,

As we approach the end of the week, our latest assessment this afternoon indicates no significant changes.

In accordance with the directives from the Home Front Command, we plan to continue our regular campus activities next week. We will also maintain a flexible approach to remote work approvals.
By Saturday evening, we will re-evaluate the situation and issue definitive guidelines regarding campus operations for Sunday, November 19, 2023.
The Office of the Dean of Students has established the “Technion Resilience Center” under the Center for Student Counseling and Support. This center offers professional assistance to students dealing with stress, emotional challenges, and academic preparation. We encourage you to reach out to us at 077-8874112 or via email at counsel@technion.ac.il.

We wish you a peaceful weekend and Shabbat Shalom.

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Technion Update

Wednesday, 15.11.23, 19:30

Shalom,

Given the Home Front Command’s instructions, which remain unchanged, the activities tomorrow, Thursday, 16.11.23, will continue as planned.

In light of a need for blood donation, MDA and ASAT will hold a blood donation event next Sunday (19.11.2023) between 10:00-15:30, in the Student Union Building. If you wish to give blood, please register here >> https://bd.mda.org.il/#/org-schedule/ac765063-6f96-46b5-b36e-fbed3a675d58

Wishing you a pleasant evening.

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Technion Update Message

Tuesday, Nov 14, 2023, 19:30

Shalom,

In consideration of the current situation, which remains unchanged, the Technion campuses will continue to operate under emergency protocols, as has been the case over the past week. We are following the guidelines of the Home Front Command, while allowing for flexibility in remote work, subject to the approval of supervisors as necessary.

Support for Reservists at the Technion: Following an announcement by the presidents of research universities this morning, the Technion’s 2023-2024 academic year will commence once the process of reservist discharge begins, but not before December 24th, 2023. A preliminary notification regarding the start of the academic year will be issued two weeks prior. During this period, and in the first week of the semester, a “Back to Track” program will be implemented. This program is designed to facilitate a smooth transition for students, especially reservists, back into their routines, offering opportunities for refreshment and to address any learning gaps. For more details on academic accommodations, visit: https://www.technion.ac.il/?p=55830.
Adjustments to Tuition Payment Schedule: In light of the delayed start of the academic year, the tuition payment schedule for undergraduate studies has been adjusted. Payments originally scheduled for December and January will now be due in January and February, respectively. Tuition payments for graduate studies planned for January and February will remain as scheduled.

Wishing you a pleasant evening.

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Technion Update

Monday, November 13, 2023, 21:15

Shalom,

Given the current assessment of the situation, which remains unchanged, the Technion campuses will continue to operate under the emergency routine protocol, which was established in the past week. We are adhering to the Home Front Command’s guidelines, while also allowing flexibility for the approval of remote work by supervisors as necessary.

As a result of the “Iron Swords” War, the Technion has today announced a set of academic accommodations for the 2023-2024 academic year, aimed at supporting all students on campus. This includes extended provisions for reservists who have been called up under Order 8. Additionally, the academic calendar for 2024 will consist of two semesters, and the summer semester is cancelled. At the start of the academic year, we will implement a “Back to Track” program designed to assist students, particularly reservists, in smoothly transitioning back to their routine. This program aims to provide an opportunity for students to reacclimate and bridge any gaps in the process of returning to studies.

Wishing you a pleasant evening.

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Update from the Technion

Sunday , November 12, 2023, 21:15

Shalom,

In light of the recent events in the Krayot area earlier tonight, we have engaged in comprehensive situation assessments. Adhering to the ongoing directives from the Home Front Command and considering the typical activity in the Haifa region, we confirm that the Technion will operate tomorrow, Monday, 13.11.23, following the same procedures as today.

We will maintain flexibility for remote work, to be granted on a case-by-case basis by managers, in the event of specific circumstances that necessitate such arrangements.

Should there be any new developments this evening, we are committed to providing further updates promptly.

Wishing you a pleasant evening.

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Update message from the Technion

Saturday, November 11, 2023, 21:15

Shalom,

With great sorrow, we announce the death of Master Sergeant (res.) Dov Moshe Kogan Z”L. He was a graduate student in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. He was killed in battle in the Gaza Strip last Thursday; at the age of 32. The Technion family mourns his loss and shares in the profound grief of the family. May his memory be blessed.

Following a careful evaluation of the current situation, which remains largely unchanged at this time, the Technion campuses will resume regular operations in line with the Home Front Command’s guidelines. This includes the possibility of remote work, subject to the approval of department heads.

There is a strong focus on active and socially contributive engagement. The Center for Community Involvement is open and continues to warmly welcome participants.

For more information, please visit (Hebrew): https://technion.my.canva.site/

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Update message from the Technion

Thursday, Nov 9, 2023, 17:30

Shalom,

We are nearing the end of the week, and in the assessment that took place in the afternoon, there have been no changes. Thus, the Technion guidelines issued yesterday remain in effect.

Assuming the current Home Front Command guidelines persist, we aim to resume full on-campus activities starting next week on Sunday, November 12, 2023. We will, however, maintain flexibility for remote work, allowing managers to approve as necessary.

On Saturday evening, the Technion administration, in conjunction with the emergency headquarters, will evaluate the situation. Following this, we will communicate any relevant instructions for activities on Sunday, November 12, 2023.

Wishing you a restful weekend and Shabbat Shalom.

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Technion Update

Wednesday, 8.11.23, 19:00

Shalom,

In light of the Home Front Command’s instructions, which remain unchanged, the activities tomorrow, Thursday, 9.11.23, will continue as planned.

For our reservists – The Technion announced today that it will provide assistance of NIS 6,000 to students who were drafted by “Order 8” for “Operation Iron Swords” and have served for more than 30 days. The grant is intended for tuition fees, Technion dormitory rent, and ancillary tuition payments.

This financial grant is in addition to a series of benefits and concessions that the Technion has already granted to reservist students in the past month. For details >> https://www.technion.ac.il/?p=55744

We are here for you; in light of the situation, a special telephone hotline has been opened for the Technion family. You are invited to receive up-to-date information on campus events and to share with us volunteer initiatives and contributions to the community. Call: internal 5500, or 073-3785500.

Wishing you a peaceful evening.

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Update from the Technion

Tuesday, November 7, 2023, 20:00

Shalom,

Thirty solemn days of mourning have elapsed since that fateful Saturday, October 7—a day when everything came to a standstill. Today, the Technion held a memorial ceremony to honor the memories of those who were tragically murdered and to remember our fallen. You can view the ceremony at: https://youtu.be/YIXHFK83jk0.

Our hearts go out to the families grieving the loss of their loved ones, and to the families of those abducted or held captive, who await the hopeful news of their release.

In light of the current situation assessment and adhering to the directives of the Home Front Command, activities on the Haifa campuses on Tuesday, November 8, 2023, will proceed as they did today. This includes the provision for remote work, subject to managerial approval, where necessary.

We continue to operate in an ’emergency routine,’ striving to maintain regular campus activities while being prepared for emergencies and responsive to any changes in the Home Front Command’s directives. In the coming days, emergency response drills will be coordinated with the campus security unit and conducted across various academic departments and units. It is crucial for everyone to familiarize themselves with the locations of the nearest protected spaces to their offices. We urge you not only to read the provided list but to personally visit the relevant areas to ensure you can reach them within the timeframes prescribed by the Home Front Command.
For a directory of security rooms and shelters on campus, please visit: https://bit.ly/46geCBg.
Today, the Technion emergency response team, along with a Home Front Command unit, conducted a rescue drill at a specialized training facility.
The security unit’s call center is operational around the clock at 04-829-2222. For more information, visit: https://bitahon.technion.ac.il.

Wishing you a tranquil evening.

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Update from the Technion

Monday, November 6, 2023, 20:45

Shalom,

Following the events in the Kiryot area earlier tonight, we have conducted thorough consultations and situation assessments. In compliance with the Home Front Command’s ongoing directives and considering the normal activity in the Haifa region, we confirm that the Technion will operate tomorrow, Tuesday, 7.11.2023, under the same procedures as today.

We will retain flexibility for remote work, which will be granted on a case-by-case basis by managers, should specific circumstances arise that warrant it.

Should there be any new developments this evening, we will provide further updates.

Wishing you a pleasant evening.

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Technion Update

Sunday, November 5, 2023, 20:00

Shalom,

Following our assessment of today’s situation and in alignment with the unchanged directives of the Home Front Command, activities on Monday, November 6, 2023, will proceed on the Haifa campuses as they did today. Managers may, if necessary, grant approval for remote work in justified cases.

We hope you have a serene evening.

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Update message from the Technion

Saturday, November 4, 2023, 18:30

Shalom,

Following a careful evaluation of the current situation, which remains largely unchanged at this time, and considering the normalization of educational operations in Haifa and nearby areas, the Technion campuses will resume regular operations in line with the Home Front Command’s guidelines. This includes the possibility of remote work, subject to the approval of department heads.

We are currently operating under ’emergency routine’ conditions, endeavoring to maintain orderly activities on campus while simultaneously preparing for potential emergencies and staying alert for any updates from the Home Front Command.

There is a strong focus on active and socially contributive engagement. The Center for Community Involvement is open and continues to warmly welcome participants.

For more information, please visit (Hebrew): https://technion.my.canva.site/

Wishing you a pleasant week ahead,

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Update message from the Technion

Thursday, Nov 2, 2023, 19:00

Shalom,

We are nearing the end of the week, and in the assessment that took place in the afternoon, there have been no changes. Thus, the Technion guidelines issued yesterday remain in effect.

Assuming the current Home Front Command guidelines persist, we aim to resume full on-campus activities starting next week on Sunday, November 5, 2023. We will, however, maintain flexibility for remote work, allowing managers to approve as necessary.

Wishing you a restful weekend and Shabbat Shalom.

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Update Message from the Technion

Wednesday, November 1, 2023, 20:30

Shalom,

Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost loved ones, as well as with the forces currently engaged in conflicts in both the south and the north. We fervently hope for their safe and swift return.

After a thorough assessment of the situation earlier this evening, and in compliance with the periodically-updated directives from the Home Front Command, the Technion management has determined that activities on the Haifa campuses will continue on Thursday, November 2, 2023, in the same manner as they did today.

While the campus remains in ’emergency mode,’ we are committed to maintaining as normal a work and academic environment as possible. This is being done in conjunction with ongoing preparations for any emergent situations. Rest assured, we are continually ready to adapt to any changes in the Home Front Command’s instructions.

We urge you to take the time to prepare for emergencies and to familiarize yourselves with the relevant protocols. Please identify the locations of protected spaces near your offices or residences. We recommend that you not only review the list of these spaces but also physically visit the locations that are relevant to you.

For a list of security rooms and shelters on campus, visit > https://bit.ly/46geCBg

For an instructional video on emergency behavior, visit > https://bit.ly/46m5efp

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Technion Update

Tuesday, 31.10.2023, 20:00

Shalom,

Our thoughts and prayers are with our soldiers in the north and the south. We all hope for their safe return.

After assessing the situation in the afternoon and in compliance with evolving guidelines from the Home Front Command, the Technion administration has decided on the following course of action:

As the Home Front Command guidelines remain unchanged today, the Technion management has decided that activities will proceed tomorrow, Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at the campuses in Haifa, following the same guidelines as today.
The Technion published today an updated outline for rent payment in the dorms. This update aims to make things easier for dormitory residents, and in particular those who have been called up for reserve service. The update includes a full waiver for November rent to students called up for reserve service and their partners. Additionally, Students who have confirmed their residency status by 26.10.23, and do not currently live in the dorms, can return their room/apartment key, evacuate their residence, and will not be charged for November. The empty rooms/apartments will serve for housing families evacuated from the North or South of Israel. Students’ entitlement to the dorms will be kept until the beginning of the academic year. For full benefits list, see >> https://dean.technion.ac.il/en/
Since the beginning of the war, the Technion is prepared for any emergency, and we stand ready for any changes in the guidelines of the Home Front Command. We ask again: please ensure you are prepared for emergencies and are updated for the relevant procedures. Make sure you know the location of shelters nearest to your office and your home. Please do not contend yourselves with looking through the list, but visit the relevant locations. For a list of the safe rooms and shelters on campus, click here >> https://bit.ly/46HtZmi. For guidance on how to behave during a missile attack, see the video at >> https://bit.ly/3rJjDmR.
The Security Unit’s hotline operates around the clock at 04-8292222. More details can be found at https://bitahon.technion.ac.il.

Have a good evening.

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Technion Update

Monday, 30.10.2023, 18:30

Shalom,

As the Home Front Command guidelines remain unchanged today, the Technion management has decided that activities will proceed tomorrow, Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at the campuses in Haifa, following the same guidelines as today.

Have a good evening!

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Technion update

Sunday, October 29, 2023 19:00

Shalom,

According to the assessment of the situation conducted in the afternoon, and in accordance with Home Front Command guidelines that are updated from time to time, the Technion management decided on the following actions:

The Technion’s activities will take place tomorrow, Monday, October 30, 2023 at the campuses in Haifa, following the procedures utilized today (Sunday, October 29, 2023).
In coordination with Naamat, and after adapting the shelter solutions throughout the campus, the daycare (kindergarten) centers will return to full operation tomorrow, Monday, October 30, 2023. Individual notices will be given to parents from the daycare management.

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Technion Update

Saturday October 28, 18:40

Shalom

After assessing the situation in the early evening and considering the intensification of the fighting in the south and the tension on the northern border, the Technion management decided to postpone the return to full routine for the time being and to maintain the format in which we have operated in recent weeks. Following are the guidelines for tomorrow, Sunday, October 29, 2023, subject to Home Front Command guidelines:

The activity at the Technion campuses in Haifa will take place tomorrow on campus as much as possible, while providing flexibility to managers regarding remote work. Deans, department managers, supervisors and principal investigators are asked to maintain contact with members of the academic and administrative staff, graduate students, and research teams, and to show flexibility in the possibility of remote work. Special attention will be given to parents of small and school-age children and spouses of faculty and students recruited to the reserves.
In coordination with Naamat, the daycare centers on campus will operate tomorrow in a limited format, while ensuring solutions for all children. Individual notices will be given to the parents by the daycare management.

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Technion Update

Thursday, October 26, 20:00

Shalom,

We are nearing the end of the week, and in the assessment that took place tonight, there have been no changes. Accordingly, the guidelines previously communicated from the Technion will stay in effect.

An evaluation of the situation will be conducted by the Technion administration and emergency headquarters on Saturday evening. Subsequently, updated guidelines for Sunday, October 29, 2023, will be issued Saturday evening.

Shabbat Shalom to All.

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Technion Update

Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 19:00

Shalom

Based on our most recent situational assessment, and in compliance with evolving guidelines from the Home Front Command, the Technion administration has decided on the following course of action:

With the broader education system in Haifa and nearby towns resuming normal operations, the Technion campuses in Haifa will also begin to transition back to a full schedule. Starting tomorrow, Thursday, October 26, 2023, campus activities will recommence to the extent that is possible. Managers will have the discretion to permit remote work options for staff, all in accordance with Home Front Command directives.
Assuming the current Home Front Command guidelines persist, plans should be made for a full return to campus starting next week, Sunday, October 29, 2023. Remote work alternatives will be at the discretion of managers for exceptional cases.
Day care services for the children of staff members will be available tomorrow, Thursday, for the last time and will not continue next week.
In collaboration with Naamat, kindergarten centers on campus will resume full operations starting Sunday, October 29, 2023, adhering to Home Front Command instructions. Parents have been individually notified by the kindergarten administration.
Supporting Our Reservists: In line with the joint statement from the heads of research universities, the 2023-2024 academic year at the Technion will commence in tandem with the commencement of reservist discharges, but no earlier than December 3, 2023. An initial notification about the updated start date will be released at least two weeks prior to the beginning of teaching. During this transition, our focus will be on integrating both new and returning students, addressing academic deficiencies, and updating course materials. Moreover, the Technion will continue to provide support for students serving in the reserves, including waiving dormitory rent for October and offering financial and personal assistance to reservists and their spouses.
A separate announcement regarding the second-term exams for the 2022-2023 Spring and Summer semesters, as well as accommodations, will be forthcoming.
Registration for the Winter Semester 2023 has been extended to November 23, 2023.
Enrolment for the Spring Semester 2024 will open on December 3, 2023.

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Technion Update

Tuesday, October 24th 2023, 19:30

Dear Members of the Technion Community,

After a thorough assessment and in compliance with the latest guidelines from the Home Front Command, the management of Technion has made the following decisions:

Starting tomorrow, Wednesday, October 25th, 2023, the Haifa Technion campuses will begin a phased return to full operations. Activities on campus will resume as closely to normal as feasible. Supervisors are granted the discretion to permit work-from-home arrangements, in alignment with Home Front Command guidance.
The on-site daycare service for employees’ children will continue operating through the end of this week.
In collaboration with Na’amat, the standard daycare centers on campus will also begin a gradual resumption of services. They will fully comply with Home Front Command guidelines, ensuring all necessary safety measures are in place. Individual notifications have been sent to parents by the daycare management.

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Technion Update

Wednesday, October 18th 2023, 19:30

Dear Members of the Technion Community,

Based on the assessment conducted today, the Technion management has decided on the following measures:

Activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa will proceed tomorrow, Thursday, October 19, 2023, unchanged, following instructions from the Home Front Command.
The day-care program opened for children of Technion staff will be open tomorrow, following instructions the Home Front Command.
Technion registration for the spring semester 2024 will open 15.11.2023 (instead of 1.11.2023)
Academy Lights up Israel: Yesterday, the Technion lit up in blue and white the Broshim dormitories and the Henry and Marilyn Taub Faculty of Computer Science on the Neve Shaanan campus, and the Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine building in Bat Galim. This was an initiative of the Israeli Academy, to light up in the colors of the flag prominent buildings on the campuses of universities and colleges to strengthen the Israeli spirit and express support for the defense and rescue forces, and all the people of Israel facing the terrible war. Our thoughts and prayers are with the active soldiers, with the volunteers, and with all the people of Israel.
The Dean of Students Office remains available to provide assistance. For any concerns, please reach out to the student counsellors at 077-8874112 during working hours, or at the following emails:

Adih@technion.ac.il

counseling-director@technion.ac.il

The Human Resources departments of the Technion and the Technion Research & Development Foundation (TRDF) sent gift packages to the families of Technion and TRDF reservists.

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Technion Update

Tuesday, October 17th 2023, 18:00

Dear Members of the Technion Community,
Based on the assessment conducted today and in line with the instructions from the Home Front Command, the Technion management has decided on the following measures:

Activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa will proceed tomorrow, Wednesday, October 18, 2023, unchanged.
October dormitory rent has been waived for students called up for reserve service.
The Human Resources departments of the Technion and the Technion Research & Development Foundation sent gift packages to the families of Technion and Technion R&D Foundation reservists.
Daycare for children of the Technion faculty and staff has successfully opened today. About 150 children are taking part. The daycare is being held in the safe rooms of the Canada building, 8:00-15:30. Children of students, faculty and staff of the Ruth & Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine have joined the daycare of the Rambam Healthcare Campus, which is run by volunteer students from the faculty.
The Technion Security & Emergency Unit distributed two-way radios and other equipment to the various faculties and units. These were purchased through donations, in order to improve the Technion’s preparedness for an emergency situation.

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Technion Update

Monday, October 16th 2023, 17:00

Activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa will proceed tomorrow, Tuesday, October 17, 2023, unchanged.
Please note that all tuition payments, which were due in the coming months (November and December for undergraduate studies, December and January for graduate degrees) are postponed by a month.
Daycare for children of the Technion faculty and staff will open tomorrow. The daycare will take place in the safe rooms of the Canada building, 8:00-15:30. Advance registration is required.
Tomorrow, together with other universities and colleges around the country, the Technion will illuminate blue and white prominent buildings on the campus. At the Technion, the Broshim dormitories on the Neve Shaanan campus and the Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine building in Bat Galim will be illuminated, to strengthen the Israeli spirit and express support for the defense and rescue forces.

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Technion Update

Sunday, October 15th 2023, 18:15

Dear Members of the Technion Community,

Based on the assessment conducted today and in line with the instructions from the Home Front Command, the Technion management has decided on the following measures:

Activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa will proceed tomorrow, Monday, October 16, 2023, unchanged.
Since the start of the academic year has been postponed, course registration, planned for tomorrow, is also postponed. We will keep you posted about renewal of registration.
All tuition payments, which are due in the coming months (December and January for undergraduate studies, January and February for graduate degrees) are postponed by a month.
The manner by which students and staff of the Technion are helping evacuees and the armed forces is extraordinary and heartwarming. Families evacuated (from the north and the south) are staying at the Leo and Julia Forchheimer Dormitory, the Technion Students Association (ASAT) has distributed more than 150 meals to soldiers at the various bases in recent days, through dozens of volunteers, students from the Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine are assisting medical personnel in hospitals, and a team of students and faculty members from various academic departments are working at the Mehoudar Center for Inventors to develop urgent engineering solutions for the field.

We invite you to take part in the various volunteering activities. For more details, see the “Give Help / Get Help” center >> https://technion.my.canva.site

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Technion update

Saturday, October 14, 2023, 18:30

Shalom,

Based on the assessment conducted this evening and in line with the instructions from the Home Front Command, the Technion management has decided on the following measures:

Activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa will proceed tomorrow, Sunday, October 15, 2023, in a manner consistent with operations from last Sunday to Wednesday.
We request that Deans, department managers, graduate student advisors, and principal investigators maintain communication with faculty members, graduate students, and research teams. We also encourage flexibility in permitting work-from-home options. Special consideration will be given to parents with young or school-aged children, as well as to spouses of faculty and students who have been called to the reserves.
The summer camp for children of academic and administrative staff, originally scheduled to begin tomorrow, will now be postponed to Tuesday, October 17, 2023.

As recent days have shown, circumstances can change rapidly. Should there be any further changes to these guidelines, additional updates will be provided.

Wishing for peaceful days ahead.

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Technion update

Thursday, October 12, 2023, 11:15

Dear Members of the Technion Community,

In coordination with all research universities, we have decided to postpone the commencement of the winter semester. It will now begin the week of November 5, 2023. Further details will be provided in due course.

We are also extending all deadlines related to graduate academic requirements (such as thesis submissions, candidacy exams, etc.) to December 2023. Scholarships will proceed without interruption. Students granted “conditional acceptance” who are pending completion of their bachelor’s degree will be permitted to initiate their studies and receive scholarship benefits. We will soon release additional guidelines for graduate students about conducting research remotely during this emergency period.

Technion Update

Wednesday, October 11th 2023, 21:00

Dear Members of the Technion Community,

Due to the current tension in the north, Technion and TRDF employees will work remotely tomorrow (12.10.23). Only emergency teams and essential workers will be allowed on the two campuses. Team leaders will provide instructions for their activities.

Entry to laboratories for essential activities will be permitted in accordance with Home Front Command instructions and activity alerts.

The Sports Center will remain closed. Further updates for the upcoming week will be provided over the weekend.

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Technion Update

Wednesday, October 11th 2023, 16:00

Dear Members of the Technion Community,

During these trying times, it is important to remember that the Technion is a big, strong and united community, taking care of all its members and their families.

Situation assessments are held daily, and the Technion continues to follow the Home Front Command’s instructions for the Haifa area. The Dean of Students Office remains available at all times to provide students with assistance, and the Human Resources department is at the disposal of faculty and staff (details below). Together we will get through these challenging days.

Please note the following important announcements:

Submission of final projects and lab reports for the 2022-2023 academic year will be postponed until four weeks into the 2023-2024 winter semester. If necessary, the teaching staff will extend the submission deadline at their discretion, but no later than seven weeks into the winter semester. Teaching staff are requested to notify the students about the postponement of submissions through the usual channels.
The Technion is setting up a “mutual responsibility” center. This center serves the Technion community and their families. In the coming days, the center’s activity will expand to assist the residents of the North and the South, and the armed forces. You are invited to take part, both as volunteers, and as recipients of aid. https://technion.my.canva.site/
Donation fund: the Public Affairs and Resource Development division, together with the Technion Societies in Israel and around the world, has set up an emergency fund to support students who have been called up for service, and their families. The fund will also assist in improving the campus protection, renovating shelters and safe rooms, and in the purchase of essential equipment.
The Dean of Students Office remains available to provide assistance. For any concerns, please reach out to the student counselors at 077-8874112 during working hours, or at the following emails:

Adih@technion.ac.il

counseling-director@technion.ac.il

The Human Resources department has made available a mobile number for urgent and personal inquiries via WhatsApp, for any concerns and at all hours of the day: 053-5466258.

We ask again: please ensure you are prepared for emergencies and are updated for the relevant procedures. Make sure you know the location of shelters nearest to your office.

For a list of the safe rooms and shelters on campus, click here >> https://bit.ly/46HtZmi

For guidance on how to behave during a missile attack, see the video at >> https://bit.ly/3rJjDmR

Activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa proceed as usual, with the necessary adjustments to the situation, and with consideration and sensitivity to workers’ needs. We remind you that following the Home Front Command instructions for the Haifa area, those present at the Technion campuses are required to stay in a place that would allow them to reach a safe area within a minute at most.
We ask that you download the Technion app, to stay up to date.

Android users: https://bit.ly/3LRgpEB

Apple users: https://bit.ly/3ZNRZBL

The Security Unit’s hotline operates around the clock at 04-8292222. More details can be found at https://bitahon.technion.ac.il.

We urge everyone to closely follow and adhere to updates and guidelines disseminated via email, WhatsApp, the Technion website, and our social media platforms.

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Technion Update

Tuesday, October 10th 2023, 13:00

Dear Members of the Technion Community,

The Technion, together with all of Israel, continues to monitor the developments and prepare for all scenarios, according to the changing situation. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones, with the many wounded, and with the families of captives and the POWs. We pray for the safe return of the hundreds of students, faculty and staff members, who have been called up for reserve service.

The Technion administration held the daily situation assessment meeting this morning with all relevant departments and organizations on campus. We continue to prepare for multiple contingencies. Campus shelters and safe rooms are now accessible. The Technion emergency response teams are ready, and undergoing refresher training for dealing with emergencies.

Please note the following important announcements:

Following the instructions of Home Front Command, there are no changes to alert levels in the Haifa area. Therefore, activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa proceed as usual, with necessary adjustments according to the situation, and with consideration and sensitivity to needs of the staff and students.
Starting tomorrow, the opening hours of the Nesher (East) gate will be changed. The new hours are:
- Sunday – Thursday: 05:45-14:00
- Friday – Saturday: the gate will remain closed.

For Technion ID card holders, the pedestrian turnstile at the gate will operate as usual.

The Human Resources department has made available a mobile number for urgent and personal inquiries via WhatsApp, for any concerns and at all hours of the day: 053-5466258.
The Technion Students Association (ASAT), through dozens of student volunteers, collected and distributed yesterday boxes of food and more than 150 hot meals to soldiers at the various bases. This operation will continue in the coming days. We will keep you posted about the ways in which you can join this effort.
We ask again: please ensure you are prepared for emergencies and are updated for the relevant procedures. Make sure you know the location of shelters nearest to your office.

For a list of the safe rooms and shelters on campus, click here >> https://bit.ly/46JhCGk

For guidance on how to respond during a rocket attack (video), click here >> https://bit.ly/46m5efp

The Security Unit’s hotline operates around the clock at 04-8292222. More details can be found at https://bitahon.technion.ac.il.

We urge everyone to closely follow and adhere to updates and guidelines disseminated via email, WhatsApp, the Technion website, and our social media platforms.

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Technion Update

Monday, October 9 2023, 14:00

Dear Members of the Technion Community,

Israel is going through hard and bitter times. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones, with the families of captives awaiting news, with the wounded, and our defense forces working tirelessly to keep us safe. We pray for the safe return of the hundreds of students, faculty and staff members, who have been called up for reserve service.

The Technion administration held the daily situation assessment meeting this morning with all relevant departments and organizations on campus. We continue to monitor the evolving situation and prepare for multiple contingencies. Campus shelters and safe rooms are now accessible, and a situation room team is meeting on a daily basis.

Please note the following important announcements:

Following the instructions of Home Front Command, there are no changes to alert levels in the Haifa area. Therefore, activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa proceed as usual, with the necessary adjustments to the situation, and with consideration and sensitivity to workers’ needs.
The Association of University Presidents has postponed the opening of the academic year to the week starting 22.10.2023. We remind you that studies at the Technion are planned to begin on schedule, on 24.10.2023.
All exams, second period (Moed B) exams of the spring semester and first period (Moed A) exams of the summer semester, are postponed. An updated exam timetable will be issued by the Office of Undergraduate Studies in the near future.
Security at the entrances to the campus has been increased and every vehicle is required to pass a security check. Please cooperate with the security guards and be patient.
In these difficult days, when we are all dealing with the reality imposed on us, we are here with you and for you. We invite you to join Lilach Branda’s lecture on “Positive Reinforcement” tomorrow at 11:30 by Zoom. The lecture deals with resilience and positivity in difficult times. The invitation will be sent to you by the Human Resources Department.
We ask again: please ensure you are prepared for emergencies and are updated for the relevant procedures. Make sure you know the location of shelters nearest to your office.

For a list of the safe rooms and shelters on campus, click here >> https://bit.ly/46HtZmi

For guidance on how to respond during a rocket attack (video), click here >> https://bit.ly/46m5efp

To stay up to date, please download the Technion app.

Android users: https://bit.ly/3LRgpEB

Apple users: https://bit.ly/3ZNRZBL

Please make sure you permit “push notifications” from the app.

We recommend you also download the Home Front Command app: https://did.li/HYfZH
The Security Unit’s hotline operates around the clock at 04-8292222. More details can be found at https://bitahon.technion.ac.il.

We urge everyone to closely follow and adhere to updates and guidelines disseminated via email, WhatsApp, the Technion website, and our social media platforms.

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Technion update concerning the recent events; Sunday, 8th October 2023, 15:00

Dear Members of the Technion Community,

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims’ families, the residents of southern Israel, and our defense forces.

The Technion administration has held a situation assessment meeting this morning with all relevant bodies on campus. We are vigilantly monitoring the evolving situation on the different fronts and preparing for multiple contingencies. Campus shelters are now accessible, and a situation room team is meeting on a daily basis.

Please note the following important announcements:

Activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa proceed as usual, with the necessary adjustments to the situation, and with consideration and sensitivity to workers’ needs.
The exams scheduled for this week have been postponed.
Please ensure you are prepared for emergencies and are updated for the relevant procedures. Make sure you know where the shelters nearest to your office are.

For a list of the safe rooms and shelters on campus, click here >> https://bit.ly/46HtZmi

For guidance on how to behave during a missile attack, see the video at >> https://bit.ly/3rJjDmR

To stay up to date, please download the Technion app.

Android users: https://bit.ly/3LRgpEB

Apple users: https://bit.ly/3ZNRZBLPlease make sure you permit push-notifications from the app.

We recommend you also download the Home Front Command app: https://did.li/HYfZH
The Security Unit’s hotline operates around the clock at 04-8292222. More details can be found at https://bitahon.technion.ac.il.
As we announced earlier, the Technion Employee Recognition Event that was scheduled for this Thursday has been postponed. We will keep you posted about a new date.
The Dean of Students Office remains available to provide assistance. For any concerns, please reach out to the student counselors at 077-8874112 during working hours, or at the following emails:

Adih@technion.ac.il

counseling-director@technion.ac.il

The Human Resources department stands ready to provide Technion personnel with any assistance required, including emotional support and social assistance through “Eshhar”. Please contact Meital Bar-On, head of welfare division, at b@technion.ac.il, or Michal Bar Haim, head of personnel division at the Technion Research and Development Foundation (TRDF), at michalb@trdf.technion.ac.il
Many students and faculty members have been called to reserve duty. Please stay safe and come back without harm!We’re here to offer all the support you need.

We urge everyone to closely follow and adhere to updates and guidelines disseminated via email, WhatsApp, the Technion website, and our social media platforms.

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Technion Update Concerning the Recent Events in the South Saturday, 7th October 2023, 18:00

Technion Update Concerning the Recent Events in the South
Saturday, 7th October 2023, 18:00
Dear Members of the Technion Community,
Early this morning, Israel entered a state of conflict. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims’ families, the inhabitants of southern Israel, and our defense forces.
The Technion administration is vigilantly monitoring the evolving situation and preparing for multiple contingencies. Campus shelters are now accessible, and a situation room has been established to oversee developments.
As of now, the Home Front Command has issued no specific directives for the Haifa region. We continue our operations as usual, exercising appropriate caution.
Please note the following crucial announcements:
• Based on the Home Front Command’s guidance, activities at the Technion campuses in Haifa will resume as usual tomorrow. However, the Sarona campus in Tel Aviv will remain closed.
• The second period (Moed B) exams of the spring semester and the first period (Moed A) exams of the summer semester, originally scheduled from Sunday, 8th October 2023, through Friday, 13th October 2023, will be postponed. An updated exam timetable will be released by the Office of Undergraduate Studies. Rescheduled dates will fall within the initial two weeks of the semester, set for afternoons and Fridays.
• A significant number of students have been mobilized for reserve duty. We stand ready to provide them with all necessary support.
• In light of a marked uptick in cyber-attack warnings, and in collaboration with the National Cyber Directorate and peer academic institutions, the security of the Technion’s systems has been enhanced. Users outside Israel may encounter intermittent disruptions.
• The Security Unit’s hotline operates around the clock at 04-8292222. More details can be found at https://bitahon.technion.ac.il .
• The Dean of Students Office remains available to assist. For any concerns, please reach out to:
Adih@technion.ac.il
counseling-director@technion.ac.il
We urge everyone to closely follow and adhere to updates and guidelines disseminated via email, WhatsApp, the Technion website, and our social media platforms.