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Course: "Leadership and Decision-Making – Milestones in the Life of Ariel Sharon"
This course is taught by Mr. Shalom Turgeman in collaboration with guest lecturers who worked closely with Ariel Sharon in the various positions he held throughout his career. The course content aligns directly with the areas of research pursued by the Chair. Selected papers by students enrolled in the course will be published by the Chair.
"Sharon Fellows" Program
A unique two-semester program for students at the School of Government, led by a senior figure from the Israeli defense establishment for a select group of students interested in military strategy. The first cohort of Sharon Fellows will be led by Maj. Gen. (res.) Moshe Kaplinsky (a detailed program will be developed prior to the start of the upcoming academic year).
Students at the Chair
The Ariel Sharon Chair invites students to take part in its activities through participation in events, study tours, courses, internships, and organizational support.
Internships, study tours, and courses are open to selected students from the Lauder School of Government, Diplomacy and Strategy, who will have the opportunity to become actively involved in the Chair’s activities.
Educational Study Tours
As part of the Chair’s academic activities, unique study tours are organized to connect academic knowledge with the security, civilian, political, and strategic realities on the ground. These tours include meetings with senior defense officials, local municipality leaders, government representatives, and figures from civil society, offering students first-hand exposure to the key challenges facing the State of Israel.
During the year, the Chair conducted an educational study tour along the northern border, focusing on the post-war security and civilian reality. The tour included meetings with defense officials (Chief of Staff of the Northern Command and Dubi Amitai), local municipality leaders (Zohar Lipkin, Deputy Head of the Upper Galilee Regional Council), and entrepreneurs working to rehabilitate and develop the region (Brig. Gen. (res.) Giora Inbar of Margalit Startup City). Approximately 20 second- and third-year students from the Middle East Studies Track participated in the tour.
In addition, the Chair conducted a study tour of the Gaza Envelope, focusing on the impact of the events of October 7 on southern Israel, the rehabilitation of communities, civilian resilience, and the security and national challenges facing Israel.
During the tour, students visited the Gaza Envelope communities of Sderot and Kfar Aza, met with security officials and local leadership (including the head of the Sha'ar HaNegev Regional Council), and received professional briefings from senior figures. The visit included a meeting and guided briefing in Kfar Aza. Approximately 70 first-year students from the Middle East Studies Track participated in the tour.
Career Workshop – Middle East Studies Track
The Chair, in collaboration with the Middle East Studies Track at the Lauder School of Government, Diplomacy and Strategy, launched a dedicated career workshop for students, aimed at introducing participants to various career opportunities for graduates of Middle Eastern studies.
The workshop featured meetings with professionals and senior figures from the foreign service, government bodies, research institutes, academia, the business sector, and non-governmental organizations, who shared their personal and professional experiences and presented various career paths in the field.
Through the workshop, students gain exposure to a diverse range of professional fields, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' work, business intelligence, engagement with the Gulf States, research institute operations, academic research, and the public and private sectors. The workshop also provides an opportunity for open discussion about career challenges, professional development, and future opportunities in the job market.
Next year, the workshop will open to second- and third-year students. For early registration, click here >>