March 22, 2026
Emergency Campus Update
At this painful and defining moment for Israel, Technion Canada stands in solidarity with the Technion and with the people of Israel. Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the lives that have been lost, pray for the recovery of those who have been injured, and hold close the families and communities shattered by violence.
Missile barrages in the Haifa area, where the Technion is located, are routine, sending hundreds of thousands into shelters multiple times a day. This reality is felt in interrupted nights, in students rushing to shelters, and in laboratories operating under emergency conditions.
Falls and Interceptor Fragments
In response, the Technion acted with one guiding principle above all others: Safety, first and foremost, is non‑negotiable. “Despite these immense challenges, the Technion community continues to adapt with flexibility, creativity, and solidarity,” said Dr. Rafi Aviram, executive vice president and director general at the Technion.
“Each dilemma has been met with thoughtful solutions rooted in our commitment to student welfare, research excellence, and institutional continuity,” he said. “Our resilience lies not in avoiding difficulty, but in facing it with determination and purpose.”
Current Campus Security Measures
As of March 22, 2026, the Technion has reduced campus activity to the essential minimum, closed learning spaces until conditions allow, restricted gatherings, and ensured rapid access to protected spaces throughout campus. Classes are taking place on Zoom, schedules have been adjusted, and exams postponed.
The Spring 2026 semester has been delayed until after Passover and will run for a condensed 12-week period, with course material adjusted accordingly. Emergency hotlines operate 24/7, shelters are clearly designated, and daily situational assessments by the Technion administration shape every operational decision from academics and research to dorm life and campus security.
Determined to support students who have had to leave campus, the University mobilized a broad network of aid: rent exemptions in dormitories, targeted financial assistance, flexible academic arrangements, expanded tutoring, adjusted curricula, and ongoing support for families during prolonged absences. Compassion guides policy, reaffirming that academic excellence must always be paired with humanity.
The emotional toll of sustained conflict is profound. Anxiety, grief, and exhaustion affect students and staff alike. The Technion’s counseling centre continues to operate without interruption, offering psychological support via email, WhatsApp, Zoom, and in‑person sessions when possible. Stress‑relief workshops and ongoing therapeutic care remain available, reinforcing the message that emotional resilience is as vital as physical safety.
Now, more than ever, donor partnership matters. Support for campus security, student services, and emergency needs enables the Technion not only to endure, but to care — for its people, its mission, and its role in Israel’s future.
To learn more about how you can support the Technion during this difficult period, visit: technioncanada.org/emergency-support
Together, we mourn. Together, we stand in solidarity. And together, with resolve and compassion, we move forward.