October 17, 2024
Bethlehem University’s Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering has taken a significant step in promoting scientific exploration with the launch of its new Astronomy Club. The initiative aims to ignite passion for astronomy among the university’s community while providing students with a deeper understanding of astronomical phenomena. This stunning photograph of the moon was…
October 17, 2024
Educational Activities through PIBS In early October the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) organized three educational activities aimed at raising environmental awareness and promoting sustainability within the community. Through these diverse initiatives, PIBS continues to advance its mission of fostering environmental awareness and encouraging active community involvement in conservation efforts, contributing to a…
July 15, 2024
BU Hosts Community-Based Tourism Hackathon The Bethlehem Business Incubator (BBI) and Yunus Social Business Center (YSBC) at Bethlehem University, in partnership with the Palestine Heritage Trail Association, organized a two-day “Community-Based Tourism Hackathon” on Friday and Saturday, 5-6 July 2024. Funded by the Japan Social Development Fund through the World Bank, the hackathon fell under…
July 3, 2024
The Palestine Museum of Natural History is undergoing a significant expansion project. The existing building is being renovated to add 1,300 square meters of museum space, significantly enhancing its capacity to showcase Palestine’s rich natural heritage. On Thursday, 27 June 2024, the museum held coordination meetings to move the project forward. The museum team collaborated…
April 17, 2024
Last week, Bethlehem University Foundation had the pleasure of hosting Br. Hernan Santos, BU Vice Chancellor, and Br. Jack Curran, BU Vice President for Advancement, in the United States. Alongside James Howell, BUF’s Executive Director, the team engaged with several key partners in Washington, DC, and New York City: Discussions with US Senator Chris Van…
February 26, 2024
Trusted by the Pope, Cardinal Fernando Filoni is head of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. In this article from El Pais, he describes the need for a ceasefire to lay the foundation for reconciliation. The Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre works through the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem to support causes…