The David M. Herskovits Foundation is proud to partner with the Museum of Nature in Charlotte, North Carolina. The museum’s mission to “increase environmental awareness and science literacy through high and low technologies,” is a goal that aligns closely with the DMH Foundation’s commitment to education, innovation, and climate solutions. As part of this redevelopment, the foundation is proud to sponsor The David M. Herskovits Solar and Renewable Energy Innovations Science Cart—a mobile, interactive exhibit that introduces visitors to the latest developments in clean energy. This exhibit will provide engaging, tactile learning opportunities in solar power and renewable technology, helping bridge the gap between complex energy concepts and real-world applications. Through this partnership, the DMH Foundation continues to honor David’s legacy by empowering future generations to create a more sustainable world.
This amazing experience will be available to the public in 2026!
As we look ahead to the 2025–26 academic year, this restructured fund will provide meaningful support that enhances the academic journey and leadership development of Whitman students. This exciting step forward reflects a strong commitment to supporting innovative, student-focused initiatives within the Center for Academic Success and Student Engagement (CASSE). The Foundation is looking forward to the support and impact it will provide in the year ahead.
More information to come regarding the Foundation’s involvement and contributions to Syracuse University’s Alternative and Renewable Energy programs!
2023: Ibrahim Tahir - Graduated 2024
Ibrahim’s Statement: “My name is Ibrahim Tahir and I was the recipient of the Herskovits Foundation Award as part of my academic performance within the CASSE program at the Whitman School of Management, graduating in 2024. I would like to thank the David M. Herskovits Foundation for making this all possible. As someone who’s a first in his family masters recipient and the son of a chauffeur and house keeper, this award has helped immensely.”
2024: Roaa Alshehri - Graduated 2024
Roaa Alshehri, the 2024 recipient of the David M. Herskovits Syracuse University CASSE Scholarship, successfully completed her Master’s Degree in Architecture and Building Performance Technology in December 2024. Roaa also completed the CASSE certification through the Whitman School of Management, with a focus on sustainable enterprise management—a discipline that bridges architecture and business with the shared goal of environmental responsibility.
Madatech from Technion has developed a STEM program for fourth through eighth graders from a diversity of communities. With a mixture of STEM, art/design, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork the hope is to generate cooperation and innovation. David supported Technion and worked hard to promote collaboration with others.
Studying the basics of STEM as a group exposes young students to each others’ lives, communities, and cultures. The mission of this program is twofold: First, it is intended to support the middle-school STEM curriculum while helping sixth- and seventh-graders develop a range of new skills required to excel in middle-school STEM studies. At the same time, the program strives to unify the demographic diversity of Northern Israel’s population — where predominately Arabs, Druze, and Jews live side by side.
This program was launched in light of the fact that the transition from elementary school to middle school is challenging for most children, as they enter an institution that offers less personal attention and is considerably more achievement-oriented. This is all the more true in post-pandemic Israel. During the pandemic, STEM studies were put on hold during three periods of sequestering, and students fell considerably behind. This three-year program — facilitated by Technion faculty members who work directly with MadaTech — was launched in 2022 and includes 24 academic hours of STEM studies for 450 students (grades six and seven) from Israel’s Northern Region.
Teams of students work to design, build, and race high-performance solar-powered radio-controlled cars. David connected with Solar Roller’s founder to bring the organization to students and educators alongside David’s renewable energy projects.
Solar Rollers Teachers WORKSHOP presented by FAU Stiles-Nicholson STEM Teachers Academy, The DMH Foundation & Solar Rollers happened on November 1st.
Providing direct support for STEM programs and making them accessible for educators and students who might not have exposure in normal channels. Through organizations such as these and his professional work, David was a walking, talking, advocate for alternative energy, climate change awareness, and education.
In conjunction with the Development School for Youth, this performance-based approach helps inner-city youth and their families create success through developmental coaching. Through his work at Brookfield Renewable Partners, David found great meaning in helping young people through direct coaching.
Speaking to the 2024 DSY Students & Mentors at the Orientation about David’s passion for this program. David personally mentored students and volunteered his time
In the days preceding the solar eclipse, families engaged in constructing solar cars, tackling celestial-themed design challenges, and participating in various imaginative workshops across the Museum. On April 8, more than 11,000 individuals gathered to witness the solar eclipse spectacle. The IMAX theater broadcasted a live stream of the path of totality spanning from Mexico to across America, while the museum's rooftop offered interactive activities and safe viewing stations.
The DMH Foundation would like to thank Junacho SC Photography for their generous contribution toward the DMH Foundation's efforts. We truly appreciate their kindness and generosity.
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