February 15, 2026
Record-Breaking Enrollment in Israel Studies at San Diego Universities
Why These Classes Matter
At MGSDII, we reclaim the classroom. With antisemitism and anti-Zionism rising on campus, our Visiting Israeli Professors and Modern Israel Studies classes are doing something vital: providing academic truth. They give students the tools and the context to look past the social media noise and actually engage with the modern state of Israel.
15 Classes — 9 Departments — 3 Campuses
For the second half of the academic year, we hit a record-breaking milestone of over 350 students enrolled in Israel Studies!
Most of these students fall into the “vast middle.” They aren’t here to protest; they are here to learn. When we give them the truth, their perspectives shift in meaningful ways.
The only thing more powerful than a soundbite? Context.
Meet MGSDII Visiting Professors and guests for a conversation on the role of artists, writers, and musicians in rebuilding Israel’s cultural life
Special Event: Register Now!
Keeping Israeli Arts and Culture Alive Since October 7
Thursday, March 5, 2026
6:30 PM
Leichtag Commons
441 Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA 92024
Suggested Donation $18 per person
Seats are limited! Get your tickets early.
How do we talk about – and create – literature, music, and visual art in a world turned upside down?
And what new opportunities are emerging for Israel’s creative growth?
Join Visiting Israeli Professors and guests for a conversation about the unique role artists, writers, musicians, and sports figures are playing in the lives of soldiers, returning hostages, and a country in mourning – and how they are rebuilding Israel’s cultural life.
The conversation will be led by Israel’s Kan radio host and literary expert Yuval Avivi, who will be joined by artist Dana Yoeli and musician Iris London-Zolty. From Tel Aviv University, frequent commentator on CNN and Israeli media Udi Sommer will round out the group.
And, as a special treat, London-Zolty will perform favorite Israeli classics.
Salon Members will also enjoy a pre-event VIP Meet & Greet.
Not yet a Salon member? Learn how to join here.
Thank You for Your Support!
Thank you for being part of the MGSDII community. We hope you have enjoyed our past events, and we warmly invite you to join our exciting programs featured above.
MGSDII is only able to host such incredible experts due to donations from supporters like you. Your generous gift of any amount will help us continue our work educating our university communities about Israel in all of its complexity.
