Mysterious Donor's $260 Million Gift to Israeli University Snubs Columbia
Unmasking the $260 Million Donor Who Chose an Israeli University Over Columbia
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Mysterious Donor's $260 Million Gift to Israeli University Snubs Columbia
A Smack in the Face of Columbia
“It’s a smack in the face of Columbia. It’s just the beginning,” Hank Sheinkopf, a longtime political consultant, pro-Israel activist, and rabbi, told The Post. Could this be the start of a trend among Ivy League alumni?
Columbia Alum's Secret $260 Million Gift Amid Campus Tensions
A Columbia University alumnus has stirred controversy by donating a staggering $260 million to Bar-Ilan University in Israel. This comes amidst rising anti-Israel and antisemitic demonstrations at Columbia. (AP Photo/Stefan Jeremiah, File) (AP). Did the protests influence his decision?
Why Choose Bar-Ilan University?
The public research university is seen by the donor as the ideal institution for advancing science-based technological resilience in Israel. Is Bar-Ilan set to become the next tech powerhouse?
Who is the Mysterious Donor?
Bar-Ilan University describes the philanthropist as a "North American Jew and graduate of Columbia University who was active in World War II." Why does he choose to stay anonymous?
Motives Behind the Generous Donation
Rumors suggest the donor was displeased by the anti-Israel and antisemitic sentiments at Columbia. Is this a trend of alumni redirecting their support?
The Impact of the Donation
“The donor, a man of broad academic education, believed that the development of Israel’s technological resilience relies primarily on breakthrough science," said Bar-Ilan president Arie Zaban. What groundbreaking advancements can we expect?
Comparisons to Other Major Donations
This donation is one of the largest since hedge fund tycoon James Simons donated $500 million to Stony Brook University last year. Are we entering a new era of mega-donations to universities?
Technological Advancements and Israel's Future
The donation will be used to advance "deep tech" sciences, aiming to positively influence the future of Israel and humanity. How will this reshape Israel's technological landscape?
A Game of Guessing the Donor's Identity
The news has sparked widespread speculation about the donor's identity, given his participation in World War II. Who could this 100-year-old benefactor be?