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Founding Class Marks Landmark Opening with Three-Day Orientation and First Classes at State-of-the-Art Herald Square Campus NEW YORK, NY — It’s official: the first students at Yeshiva University’s new College of Dental Medicine (YUCDM) are in their seats, classes are underway and a new era in New…

Innovation, a film capturing the depth and breadth of pioneering research across Yeshiva University, has earned a Silver Telly Award, one of the world's premier honors recognizing excellence in video and television. The win marks YU's fourth Telly Award and celebrates the University's success in ...

New online program prepares Torah-observant professionals to bring halachic clarity to the business world This fall, Yeshiva University's Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary (RIETS) will introduce a Master of Hebrew Literature in Business Ethics and Jewish Law. Participants can pursue ...

With a transformative $12.5 million gift to Yeshiva University, Alex and Diana Tsigutkin are helping advance an important new chapter in the University’s 140-year history: The establishment of a new Electrical and Computer Engineering program. Directed by Dr. Fred L. Fontaine – former chair of ...

Zionism has taken on a life of its own in today’s public discourse, but its origins and history are straightforward. In today’s New York Times, Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University, writes about the movement’s history, purpose, and enduring moral vision. At a time when Zionism is…

More than 5,000 gathered as the University marked America’s 250th anniversary, reflected on the enduring bond between America and Israel, and witnessed a surprise musical performance featuring Ambassador Huckabee NEW YORK – May 28, 2026 -- Yeshiva University’s 95th Annual Commencement brought ...

As America marks its 250th anniversary, Yeshiva University celebrates shared values, enduring U.S.-Israel ties and the next generation of leaders. NEW YORK and JERUSALEM, April 30, 2026 -- Yeshiva University today announced that U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee will deliver the 2026 ...

NEW YORK – On April 22 Yeshiva University welcomed Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, Chairwoman of House Republican Leadership for the 119th Congress, for a special edition of Great Conversations with Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman. The series brings heads of state, policymakers and global thought leaders into…

A new half-million-dollar federal grant awarded to Yeshiva University’s YU Global technology division will bring hands-on AI training to small business owners and high school students in Washington Heights—fostering new opportunities for entrepreneurial success in the local community and equipping…

A creative and visionary business school dean, Granot will lead the next phase of growth for one of YU’s most dynamic programs. Strengthening its commitment to business education rooted in both academic excellence and enduring values, Yeshiva University has named Dr. Elad Granot as Dean of the ...