Yeshiva University announced on Wednesday that Israeli singer Ishay Ribo will perform on October 18 at the International Convention Center (Binyanei Hauma) in Jerusalem. "This will be an evening of joy, unity and song, bringing an exuberant ,and moving end to the holiday of Sukkot," the organization said. This is the second Ishay Ribo Concert organized by Yeshiva University. In May 2022, Ribo performed during YU's expanded commencement celebration, an event that drew over 16,000 people to Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, New York. YU is proud to continue the celebration of its students and its deep connection to Israel with the YU Ishay Ribo Concert in Jerusalem.
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Yeshiva University has seen an increasing number of partnerships and joint projects with Israeli universities and institutions, including Hebrew University, Bar-Ilan, the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. "This fall, YU will be opening the Jerusalem Therapy Center to provide affordable mental health counseling to English speakers, gap-year students, soldiers, and many others who may need this vital service in Israel," the university said.
"This concert will be an unforgettable evening for the YU community, especially our YU students studying in Israel," Executive Director of YU Israel and Assistant Vice President for Israel Strategy and Enrollment Stephanie Strauss said. "YU has launched numerous educational, cultural, and business-focused programs in Israel that are centered around our vibrant Jerusalem campus. This concert is a great way to celebrate YU's presence in Israel and honor our unbreakable bond with the State and people of Israel."
Ribo is an acclaimed Israeli singer known for his poignant and heartfelt music. "His songs inspire many to connect with ancient Jewish prayers and celebrate Judaism's profound collective ancestry through the experiential medium of music," the university said.
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