Campus Life
Student Life on Campus
Collaborative Learning
The Bloomfield Library for the Humanities and Social Sciences offers dedicated spaces for group study—because learning is more effective, engaging, and enjoyable when done together.
Visit the Mount Scopus Library Website.
“Between You and Me”
Hebrew- and Arabic-speaking students come together over the course of a semester to build mutual understanding through weekly language and cultural exchange. These one-on-one encounters foster trust and often grow into lasting friendships.
Learn more about Arabic studies and language exchange programs.
Community
Campus life connects you with a diverse range of people. The vibrant cultural mosaic on campus creates a dynamic environment for dialogue, community involvement, and meaningful new relationships.
Explore the Student Union’s social initiatives (Hebrew only).
Sports and Fitness
Lerner Sports Center
Looking to release some energy? Just a short walk from the faculty, the Lerner Sports Center is the ideal place to recharge, stay active, and sharpen your focus for the rest of your day.
Visit the Lerner Sports Center website.
University Sports Teams
The Student Union runs teams in basketball, soccer, orienteering, chess, swimming, running, volleyball, futsal, and tennis. Team members earn 2 academic credits through the Cornerstones Program!
Join a Hebrew University Sports Team.
Getting to Campus by Bike
Wondering how to get to campus? The university operates a free shuttle service during the academic year, on class days only. Just present your student, alumni, or staff ID.
View shuttle routes and schedules here (Hebrew only).
Beyond the Classroom
Need a Breath of Fresh Air?
After an exam or a long day, unwind at the university’s botanical garden. Located on Mount Scopus, it’s the first university botanical garden in Israel—and some say the first ecological botanical garden in the world.
Visit the botanical garden website (Hebrew only).
Student Groups
Hebrew University is home to nearly 40 student groups covering a wide range of social and political topics. All operate with the approval of the Dean of Students and within university guidelines.
Explore student groups on campus (Hebrew only).
Jerusalem: The Capital
Jerusalem isn’t just Israel’s capital—it’s also a hub for student nightlife. After a long day, there’s nothing like unwinding with a cold beer at the lively Mahane Yehuda Market.
Explore more on Time Out Israel.
Culture and the Arts on Campus
Monday Concert Series
Take a break and enjoy live music on campus! Concerts are held on Mondays at 1:00 PM in Room 2715, Humanities Building, Mount Scopus. Each performance lasts approx. 45 minutes. Admission is free and open to all.
More details available at the Musicology website.
Campus Art Exhibitions
The University Curatorship fosters a dynamic connection between academia, the arts, and the public. It hosts permanent and rotating exhibitions that accompany academic conferences or spotlight research by faculty members (both within the humanities and university-wide).
Visit online exhibitions on the University Curatorship website.
The Little Gallery
The Max and Iris Stern Little Gallery was inaugurated in 2000 on the Mount Scopus campus and has since been used as a home for changing exhibitions, connecting the academic world and the world of art through various media.
To learn more about the Little Gallery’s bi-annual exhibitions, visit here.