As Israel faces its gravest security threat since the October 7 attacks, with sirens sounding across the country following a large-scale missile assault by Iran, the Raphael Recanati International School (RRIS) at Reichman University has emerged as a beacon of strength and solidarity.
Home to over 2,500 students from 90 countries, the RRIS found itself at the heart of a national crisis — yet what unfolded on campus was not panic, but resilience.
From Crisis to Community
Life in the dorms on campus has been transformed. Where once students kept to their routines, now shared experiences are shaping new bonds. Group yoga sessions, guided meditation, and wellness circles have become staples for those remaining on campus. These initiatives, initially aimed at managing stress, have evolved into meaningful moments of connection and community.
“The emails we’re getting from parents tell two sides of the story,” says Jonathan Davis, Head of RRIS and Vice President of Reichman University. “There’s understandable concern. We also are hearing about pride — about how their kids are showing maturity, strength, and support for each other they never expected.”
