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Israel Up-Close 2014 is pioneering a new br
and of discussion
on Israel and the Middle East by br
inging firsthand, professional analysis to diverse audiences
A global outreach initiative of the Bar-Ilan University School of C
ommunication, Israel Up-Close
2014 comprises a delegation
of experts in politics, economics
, women’s rights, law and communica
tion Together, they will paint
a comprehensive picture of cur
rent events in the region, with lectures grounded in scholarly research The
10-day tour of Atlanta, Dallas and Chicago will include do
zens of programs with civic organizations, business forums
, academic centers and relig
ious
institutions These events will engage the public in open dialogue
on a grassroots level, while deliver
ing fresh insights into the most complex issues facing the region
School of Communication
Sponsored by:
Anonymous - USA The Crain-Maling Foundation - USA Erella & Ossi Singer- Israel Michael H Traison - USA
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Welcoming Reception
Ruth and Mark Hackner
Monday Nov 4
Empowerment and Equality: Championing Women’s Rights in the Israeli Parliament
Women’s Forum with MK Dr Aliza Lavie The Consulate General of Israel to the Southeast
The Jewish Historical Roots of Israel’s High-Tech Success in the Information Age
Prof Sam Lehman-Wilzig AICC Southeast Region and Young Israel of Toco Hills Atlanta
Open to the public
The Impact of a Changing Middle East
Prof Eytan Gilboa The Rotary Club of Atlanta
Gender, Empowerment and Equality in Israel
Parlor Meeting with MK Dr Aliza Lavie Mrs Ann Platz
Legislation of Women’s Issues in Israel
MK Dr Aliza Lavie Emory University School of Law
Open to the public
Journalism and Middle East Conflicts
Professors Eytan Gilboa, Sam Lehman-Wilzig and Prof Matt Duffy (Kennesaw State University) The Atlanta Press Club
Open to the public
Tuesday Nov 5
The Public Right to Know VS National Security: American and Israeli Perspectives
Professors Eytan Gilboa, Sam Lehman-Wilzig, MK Dr Aliza Lavie Arnall Golden Gregory LLP
Public Diplomacy in the Information Age
Prof Eytan Gilboa Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Tech
Legislation of Women’s Issues in Israel
MK Dr Aliza Lavie Spelman College
Israeli Perspectives on the Emerging New Middle East
Prof Eytan Gilboa Morehouse College
Reception
Consul General of Israel to the Southeast, Mr Opher Aviran
Women in Judaism: Celebrating the Progression of Women’s Rights in Israel
MK Dr Aliza Lavie The Temple in Midtown Atlanta
Open to the public
Wednesday Nov 6
Israel’s Economic Strategic Advantages
Mr Hillel Schuster, Prof Eytan Gilboa Business Executives for National Security
Welcoming Reception
Rep Steven D Wolens and the Hon Laura Miller (Former Dallas Mayor)
Thursday Nov 7
Challenging the Status Quo in Israel: Diplomacy, Economy, State and Religion
Prof Eytan Gilboa, MK Dr Aliza Lavie, Mr Hillel Schuster JCRC-Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas
Open to the public
17:00-18:30
7:45-9:00
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11:45-13:30
12:00-14:00
15:00-16:00
18:00-20:15
7:30-9:30
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7:30-9:00
12:30-14:00
15:00-15:45
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17:30-19:00
7:30-9:00
12:00-13:15
18:30-22:00
9:30-12:00 12:30-13:00
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11:00-13:15
19:00-21:00
8:30-10:00
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7:30-8:45
Jewish Oppositionism: A Fundamental Principle of Israeli Society
Prof Sam Lehman-Wilzig The University of North Texas, Jewish Studies Program
Best of Friends: The US-Israeli Special Relationship
Prof Eytan Gilboa The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth and Parish Episcopal School
The Paradoxes of Religion and State in Israel Prof Sam Lehman-Wilzig
The University of North Texas, Jewish Studies Program
Open to the public
The US, Israel and the Crises in the Middle East
Prof Eytan Gilboa, Mr Hillel Schuster The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth and Parish Episcopal School
Open to the public
Friday Nov 8
Barrels and Buyouts: Israel’s Natural Gas Discoveries and High Flying Tech Exits
Mr Hillel Schuster Dallas Committee on Foreign Relations
Israel Up-Close 2014: Exciting New Trends in Politics and Economics
Prof Eytan Gilboa and Mr Hillel Schuster Temple Emanu-El
Open to the public
Dinner and Discussion
David and Barbara Radunsky
Saturday Nov 9
Award ceremony honoring Mr Mike Jacobs
In recognition of his lifetime contribution to Holocaust education
Prof Eytan Gilboa and Ms Sharon Evans
Revolutions and Counter Revolutions: The New Unstable Middle East
Prof Eytan Gilboa Congregation Shearith Israel
Open to the public
Time Value of Money: A Spiritual View From Israel
Mr Hillel Schuster Congregation Shaare Tefilla
Sunday Nov 10
Award ceremony honoring Pastor Chris Harris
In recognition of his dedicated support for Israel
Mr Roey Gilad, Consul General of Israel to the Midwest, Prof Eytan Gilboa, Ms Sharon Evans
Bright Star Church
Private dinner and discussion
Monday Nov 11
How to Evaluate Political Risk in Investment Decisions
Mr Hillel Schuster AICC Chicago and Theodore L Bank, Scharf Banks Marmor LLC
Media Messaging in the Middle East
Prof Eytan Gilboa, Prof Barbara Iverson (Columbia College),
Mr Alan Elsner (VP for Communications, JStreet) The Decalogue Society of Lawyers
Open to the public
Tuesday Nov 12
US-Israel Relations: A View From Jerusalem
Prof Eytan Gilboa The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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Deputy Director, School of Communication Prof Sam Lehman-Wilzig is an expert in political communication, Israeli media and public relations, and the social, political, cultural and commercial effects of new media He has published numerous articles and book chapters in leading communication and political science journals, has authored books on political protests in Israel and recently completed a book about virtuality throughout human history
MK Dr Aliza Lavie
Member of Knesset and Senior Lecturer
Dr Aliza Lavie is a new Member of Knesset (Israeli Parliament) for the Yesh Atid party, serving as the Chair of the Knesset’s Committee on the Status
of Women Dr Lavie is a senior lecturer at the School of Communication,
a frequent contributor to Israeli media outlets, a best-selling author and recipient of the 2008 National Jewish Book Award
Mr Hillel Schuster
Principal Head of Corporate Finance, KPMG Israel
Mr Schuster is an expert in economics and international finance specializing in mergers and acquisitions He is a Senior Fellow at the Center for International Communication and an adjunct lecturer at Bar Ilan University School of Business Administration
Ms Sharon Evans
Founder of Israel Up-Close 2014
Ms Sharon Evans, Director for International Project Development at the School of Communication is the Founder and Program Director of “Israel Up-Close 2014” Prior to her work at Bar-Ilan, she served as a spokesperson for ISEF/ OneFamily and founded the “Adopt-a-Family” project, which linked terror victims with congregations, schools and families worldwide
School of Communication
Prof Eytan Gilboa, PhD
Director, School of Communication
A world-renowned expert on international
communication, public diplomacy and US
policy in the Middle East, Prof Gilboa received
his MA and PhD degrees from Harvard and
has been a visiting professor in several leading
American and European universities He has
published books, numerous articles and book
chapters and has won prestigious international
fellowships and awards He regularly contributes
op-ed articles to newspapers and serves as
commentator on national and international
television and radio networks
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