Bruce Pearl appointed chair of U.S. Israel Education Association

Bruce Pearl, head coach of Auburn University's basketball team, has been appointed as the chairman of the U.S. Israel Education Association (USIEA) board of directors. This new role follows Pearl's advocacy for the release of Israeli hostages during the NCAA Tournament, particularly focusing on Edan Alexander. Pearl emphasized his transformative experiences in Israel, which spurred his commitment to educating American government leaders about the importance of supporting Israel. He previously participated in USIEA's 2019 Partners Tour to Israel and has a history of involving his team in promoting U.S.-Israel relations. Pearl aims to continue fostering understanding and collaboration between the two nations through his leadership at USIEA. His advocacy reflects his deep personal and professional investment in this mission.