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Throughout <strong>2016</strong>, AFHU celebrated the contributions of distinguished individuals whose commitment to<br />
Israeli-led higher education continues to make a positive impact. Events throughout the U.S. showcased<br />
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s excellence, raising generous support for scholarships, fellowships<br />
and pioneering research.<br />
AFHU EVENTS:<br />
HONORING OUR OWN<br />
Scopus Award Galas<br />
Palm Beach<br />
Michelle and Joseph Jacobs, National Scopus Award recipients,<br />
were honored in Palm Beach on January 16. The elegant gala,<br />
themed “A Night in the Desert,” was hosted by AFHU’s Southeast<br />
Region at the Raymond F. Kravis Center.<br />
Washington, D.C.<br />
AFHU’s Mid-Atlantic Region paid tribute to Suzy and Robert Pence,<br />
who received the National Scopus Award at a gala on May 5.<br />
(Above L-R) William Kilberg, President of the Mid-Atlantic Region,<br />
Frandee Woolf, Executive Director Mid-Atlantic, honorees Robert and<br />
Suzy Pence, AFHU National Executive Director, Beth Asnien McCoy,<br />
and Gary Sinise, serving as master of ceremonies.<br />
(L) At the Mid-Atlantic Region’s Scopus gala, William Kristol, editor<br />
of The Weekly Standard, received a Leaders of Distinction Award.<br />
26 / AFHU NEWS
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