A Letter from Our Chairman
Yeshiva University is built on a foundation of education, service and leadership—one that extends far beyond the walls of our campuses. Every day, our students, faculty and alumni bring their knowledge and values to bear on the world’s most pressing challenges, making a tangible dierence in the lives of individuals and communities locally and across the globe. YU’s reach extends far beyond the classroom. With 11 undergraduate and graduate schools across four campuses and a global network of more than 70,000 alumni, we are forging the future through groundbreaking initiatives— all guided by President Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman’s vision that we must be drivers of our destiny. This dedication to meaningful impact fuels YU’s far-reaching programs. The Perlmutter Center for Legal Justice at YU’s Cardozo School of Law works to overturn wrongful convictions and reform forensic science. The Wurzweiler School of Social Work’s Care Café provides vital mental health services to veterans, domestic violence survivors and Holocaust survivors. The Parnes Clinic at YU’s Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology oers low-cost psychological care to underserved communities in the Bronx. And in Israel, the Jerusalem Therapy Center is delivering critical mental health support to English speakers, lone soldiers, and gap-year students—meeting an urgent need in the wake of Oct. 7.
At the heart of these initiatives are the individuals who bring them to life. In this issue of YU Today, you’ll read about students and faculty working to make a dierence—whether through legal advocacy for people with disabilities or breakthrough research in genetics. These examples reflect the very essence of our university—an institution dedicated not only to academic excel- lence but to bettering the world through influence and innovation. Thanks to Dr. Berman’s vision of academic excellence and continued growth, we are making historic invest- ments in our students’ futures. This year, YU signed one of the largest real estate deals in New York City, securing space in Herald Square for a new health science campus. This major expansion will include YU’s new College of Dental Medicine, which will address critical healthcare shortages. Inspired by the legacy of Sen. Joseph Lieberman, we also launched the Lieberman–Mitzner Center for Public Service and Advocacy, which will prepare students to lead in government, law, and public policy. This dramatic progress is made possible by our community of supporters. Because of your generosity, and the generosity of visionary leaders such as Mark and Zygi Wilf, Robert Kraft, Chella Safra, Dan Loeb and Bill Ackman, we have already raised more than $520 million toward our $613 million Capital Campaign goal—a remarkable achievement that reflects the deep belief in YU’s mission. These contributions are directly fueling student scholarships,
pioneering research and state-of-the-art facilities, guaranteeing that YU contin- ues to lead for generations to come. Yet, our financial needs continue to rise. Over 80% of YU students depend on financial aid, making scholarships a critical priority. The University remains committed to ensuring that financial constraints never stand in the way of a YU education. Please consider adopting a YU scholar(s) by making a $100,000 gift over four years. Now, more than ever, we turn to our alumni and friends to help strengthen and expand YU’s reach. Investing in student support, faculty recruitment and cutting-edge academic resources will allow us to sustain our momentum as we push forward in this critical work. YU is building something extraordinary, and we invite you to be part of it. Your investment in Yeshiva University is an investment in the next generation of trailblazers and changemakers— individuals who will shape the Jewish community and the world for the better.
Thank you for your continued support, your belief in our mission and your partnership in this journey.
With appreciation,
Ira M. Mitzner Chairman, Board of Trustees
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