Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies - UMD

05/15/2026

Dr. Ilai Saltzman, Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies Director was interviewed on May 11, 2026 on RTVI US to comment on Benjamin Netanyahu's interview on 60 Minutes where Netanyahu indicated he would like Israel to wane down U.S. aid to Israel currently amounting to $3.8 Billion per year as well as a makeshift Israeli military that was created in Iraq prior to the war against Iran.

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05/05/2026

Join us for our last event of the academic year.

04/01/2026

What happens when a revolutionary idea meets reality?

Join us for a thought-provoking book talk on the evolution of the kibbutz — from avant-garde vision to cultural symbol in early Israel.

📚 State of Shock
✨ Insightful conversation
🧠 New perspectives

Tuesday, April 14 | 6:00 PM (ET) | Zoom

We look forward seeing you there!

04/01/2026

Happy Passover!

Wishing you a joyful and meaningful Passover. May this season bring peace, renewal, and reflection.

✨ Join us in celebrating tradition and community. Follow along for upcoming events and conversations.

04/01/2026

Join us for an evening of insight and global perspective 🌍

The Gildenhorn Family Lecture Series presents a timely conversation on U.S.–Israel relations in a changing Middle East with Ambassador Daniel B. Shapiro.

📅 March 24 | 7:00–8:30 PM
📍 Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center | Gildenhorn Recital Hall

Gain deeper understanding of the evolving geopolitical landscape and what it means for the future.

🔗 Register via QR code or link in bio

04/01/2026

What happens when a revolutionary idea meets reality?

Join us for a thought-provoking book talk on the evolution of the kibbutz — from avant-garde vision to cultural symbol in early Israel.

📚 State of Shock
✨ Insightful conversation
🧠 New perspectives

Tuesday April 14 | 6:00 PM (ET) | Virtual

Sign up with link in bio or scan QR code to learn more.

03/30/2026

We had a wonderful online session on March 5th with Shmuel Rosner, Dr.Gila Stopler, Dr.Alex Weinreb. Participants enjoyed the discussion and the session.

Watch the recording with the link in bio.

If you enjoyed the conversation or have any additional insights, comment down below or dm us 😊.

03/30/2026

Ilai Saltzman, Director of the Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies, was quoted in the MED This Week newsletter about the Israeli response to the US-Iran talks to end the war.
https://www.ispionline.it/en/publication/negotiation-or-escalation-the-quest-for-a-way-out-of-the-war-on-iran-233820

03/04/2026

Giving Day is here!

Terps, today is your chance to support University of Maryland and give back to the community!

Fearlessly forward & lead with example!

03/02/2026

The recording of the Feb.17th GIIS event is available now.

📺 watch here: https://youtu.be/y5SMyMUE2oo
Or watch via link in bio